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I recommend keeping a fresh tattoo out of direct sunlight until it is fully healed. UV exposure can irritate healing skin and can also affect how evenly the…
Can I Swim While My Tattoo Is Healing?
No. You should not swim until the tattoo is fully healed. A fresh tattoo is essentially an open wound, and swimming exposes that area to microorganisms that can…
Can I Exercise While My Tattoo Is Healing?
I recommend avoiding workouts that create heavy sweating, stretching, or friction over the tattooed area during the healing process. Repeated movement and rubbing can irritate the skin, disturb…
Can I Wear Tight Clothes Over a Fresh Tattoo?
I recommend avoiding tight clothing directly over the tattooed area throughout the healing process. Friction can irritate the skin and can also cause scabs to come off too…
Can I Sleep Normally the First Night After My Tattoo?
Yes. For larger tattoos, I usually cover the area with an absorbent pad, and for smaller tattoos I usually apply second skin, so the fresh tattoo should not…
Can I Take a Shower After My Tattoo Appointment?
For my aftercare protocol, I recommend avoiding a full shower during the first 24 hours. After the first 24 hours, you can shower while keeping the fresh tattoo…
Can I Go Back to Work After My Tattoo Appointment?
Usually yes. If your job causes clothing, equipment, or surfaces to rub against the tattooed area, just be more careful with hygiene and clean the area more frequently…
Can I Drive Home After My Tattoo Appointment?
Yes, in most cases you can drive yourself home after a tattoo appointment. Just keep in mind that after a long session you may feel tired, especially if…
Is It Normal for a Fresh Tattoo to Feel Tight?
Yes. A fresh tattoo can feel tight or slightly stiff as the skin begins to heal, especially after a long session or on a larger piece. This usually…
Is It Normal for a Tattoo to Feel Sore the Next Day?
Yes. Mild soreness or tenderness the next day is completely normal, especially after a long session or a large tattoo. The area can feel similar to a mild…
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