Tradition Tattoo - Tattoo Aftercare

In 2-4 hours after leaving Tradition Tattoo, you will follow these instructions:

Remove the bandage.
Wash the tattoo with water and a mild soap (Dial, Dove, Ivory, etc.)
Pat dry with a paper towel (NOT a cloth towel, in order to avoid contact with bacteria).
Apply a thin layer of bacitracin ointment.
You do not have to re-bandage, but can if you prefer. If so, use a non-stick bandage ONLY.
Repeat these steps 2-3 times daily.
In 3 days, discontinue use of bacitracin and being use of a fragrance-free lotion. Follow the same steps. You're just switching from bacitracin to fragrance-free lotion.
If your tattoo ever feels dry, tight, or itchy (which it probably will!), wash your hands thoroughly with antibacterial soap and apply bacitracin/fragrance-free lotion.
Follow these guidelines for 14 days.

NEVER:
Pick
Scratch
Scrub
Shave
Or abuse your tattoo in any way (for at least 14 days)!

Also, if anything sticks to your new tattoo, such as bandages, clothes, bedding, DO NOT PULL IT OFF! Instead, go into the shower and run water over the area. It should fall off within a few minutes.

Remember: We want your tattoo to look wonderful, too; we did it! If you have any questions or concerns, please call us or stop in. TAKE CARE of your tattoo. It's there for life.

Thanks for your patronage!