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Taking care of your tattoo or piercing is crucial to ensuring its longevity and beauty. At K.w.Ink, we provide comprehensive aftercare instructions and products to help you keep your new body art looking its best.

Here are some tips for taking care of a new tattoo: [1, 2]
Wash
Gently wash the tattoo with soap and water at least twice a day, and pat dry. Use products made for tattoos, like Tattoo Goo Deep Cleansing Soap. [1, 2]
Moisturize
Apply a thin layer of an antibiotic ointment or moisturizer after washing. After five days, you can switch to a fragrance-free body lotion. [1]
Avoid tight clothing
Wear loose, breathable clothing to prevent irritation and scabs from being pulled off. [3]
Avoid picking
Don't pick, scratch, peel, slap, rub, or irritate the tattoo. Picking at scabs can cause scar tissue. [4, 5]
Avoid water
Don't soak the tattoo in water, including hot tubs, bathtubs, or pools, until it's fully healed. You can shower 3–4 hours after getting a tattoo if it has a Saniderm bandage, or 24 hours after if it has plastic wrap. [4, 6, 7]
Avoid sun
Don't expose the tattoo to direct sunlight for at least three weeks. After that, use sunblock. [4, 6]
Avoid jewelry
Don't wear jewelry or abrasive materials that rub against the tattoo. [4]
Cover while sleeping
Keep the tattoo covered while you sleep to reduce the risk of scratching it. [8]
Avoid sharing
Don't let anyone touch the tattoo unless they've washed their hands. [4]
Avoid high traffic surfaces
Keep the tattoo away from high traffic surfaces like countertops, benches, and doors. [9]

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[1] https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/taking-care-of-your-tattoo
[2] https://tattoogoo.com/7-rules-to-follow-after-getting-a-tattoo/
[3] https://www.madrabbit.com/blogs/forever-brighter/the-ultimate-dos-and-don-ts-of-tattoo-aftercare
[4] https://www.thesilverkeytattoo.com/faq/aftercare-instructions
[5] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319980
[6] https://health.clevelandclinic.org/tattoo-aftercare
[7] https://www.sacredraventattoo.com/can-i-shower-after-getting-a-tattoo
[8] https://www.happybeds.co.uk/blog/how-to-sleep-with-a-new-tattoo
[9] https://www.southlaketattoo.com/aftercare