Is It Normal for My Tattoo to Peel While Healing?

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Is It Normal for My Tattoo to Peel While Healing?

Answered by Sude ErdemTattoo artist in Los Angeles

Yes. Peeling is a normal part of the healing process. The tattooed skin can start flaking after the first few days, sometimes looking similar to peeling after a sunburn.

Do not pull or pick at the peeling skin. Let it come off naturally so you do not damage the healing tattoo or cause uneven pigment loss.

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