When Can I Start Using Sunscreen on My Tattoo?

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When Can I Start Using Sunscreen on My Tattoo?

Answered by Sude ErdemTattoo artist in Los Angeles

Only after the tattoo is fully healed (at least 15 days). Do not apply sunscreen over fresh, peeling, scabbed, or irritated skin.

Once the surface has completely healed, sunscreen becomes one of the most important things you can use to protect the tattoo long term. UV exposure can gradually fade tattoo pigments, so regular sun protection helps the tattoo stay clearer and more vibrant.

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