Take care of yourself and your skin as best as possible within the days/weeks leading up to your appointment. Drink plenty of water, moisturize and exfoliate a day or two before your appointment. Make sure to get a good night's sleep and eat a good meal shortly before your appointment. For longer sessions, bring snacks to keep your hunger at bay and your blood sugar levels balanced. Avoid alcohol, excessive caffeine and blood thinners the night before your session.
I will wrap your tattoo at the end of your appointment. You will keep this on overnight. After this, gently peel off the wrap and wash the tattoo with unscented soap (Cetaphil, Dr. Bronner's or Green Soap). Pat dry with a paper towel and apply unscented lotion (Cetaphil, Cerave, Lubriderm). Continue washing the tattoo at least once per day and apply lotion as needed. While it is healing (3-5 weeks), do not apply scented lotion, sunscreen, swim/soak or expose tattoo to direct sunlight.
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