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How I keep my full color tattoos looking brand new
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Firstly, moisturizing your skin 1-2 times a day even before getting tattoos will help the process immensely. I use this for my completely healed tattoos as well and it’s awesome :) no greasy or slippery feel. I’ve heard very mixed things about using ...
Prep: Before getting tattooed and after your older ones are completely healed
Alright, you got the tattoos. Now what?
After leaving your wrap or second skin on for as long as your artist recommends (or if you had a slip up and some of your saniderm corners get lifted off, which happens to me sometimes) it’s time to cleanse. P...
Cleansing your fresh tattoos
I know there is mixed opinions on whether or not name brand aftercare products like this are worth it but from experience I like this one. This is another cleanser I like to use when my healing tats are incredibly itchy, this soap is just a little mo...
Another great cleanser option
Bath towels harbor bacteria and other fun stuff even after washing, not to mention the fabric can be irritating to fresh tattoos. I know plain ol paper towels are commonly used to dry off healing tats but these are also a great option. They’re just m...
Don’t use normal bath towels on fresh tattoos!
This product was specifically recommended to me by my artist + used while she tattoos as well and I’ve had nothing but great experiences :) she highly recommended this to me for full color tats opposed to aquaphor like I used previously and there is ...
Next - moisturizing
Can you tell I bought the starter kit? Lol, I only had a little bit left of my hustle butter so I bought this as a backup cause I was on a time crunch. It smells lovely and it also works well! Didn’t irritate my skin or anything
Alternate tattoo balm I like
Plain ol unscented lotion will do the trick if your tattoos get horribly itchy when they’re finishing up healing. I live in an extremely dry climate though so it probably contributes a lot haha
Great lotion once your tattoos are more in the itchy/ dry phase
Do not and I repeat DO NOT do this step on healing tattoos. I will only start exfoliating once they’re months healed to be safe.
Anyway- this step will make your tattoos pop and look so vibrant even after healing. You can be a little more gentle wit...
Now to keep them vibrant- AFTER they’re healed
Like I said, completely optional but having smooth skin makes my tattoos pop more. Most of mine are up and down my arms so it’s usually not necessary but just adds a little something if I feel like they need a little oomph
Totally optional but weird step I take as well- shaving
Maybe it’s just me being paranoid and thinking about all the money I spent on my tattoos, but even going outside for a little while requires me to put sunscreen on. These spf sticks are super handy and I just have one in my bathroom or in my purse fo...
Incredibly important step as well- spf!!