Tattoo Aftercare Guide

Protect The Process. Preserve The Art.

Your tattoo journey doesn’t end when you leave the studio. The healing process is an essential part of creating a beautiful, long-lasting piece of artwork.

At Elevation Studios, every tattoo is created with precision and care — and the way you look after your tattoo afterwards plays an important role in the final result.

Please follow our aftercare guidance carefully to help your tattoo heal correctly and maintain its detail, contrast, and quality.

The First Few Hours

Your artist will protect your new tattoo before you leave the studio.

Once advised to remove your covering:

• Always wash your hands before touching your tattoo
• Carefully remove the protective covering
• Gently clean the area with lukewarm water and a mild, fragrance-free soap
• Do not scrub the tattoo
• Pat dry using a clean towel or paper towel
• Allow the tattoo to breathe before applying aftercare products

Your tattoo may appear red, warm, or slightly swollen at first — this is a normal part of the healing process.

Keeping Your Tattoo Clean

During the first stages of healing, cleanliness is key.

Wash your tattoo gently when needed and avoid exposing it to anything that could cause irritation.

Avoid:

• Touching your tattoo unnecessarily
• Allowing others to touch your tattoo
• Dirty environments
• Tight clothing rubbing against the area
• Heavy sweating during early healing

Treat your tattoo like an open wound and allow your skin time to recover.

Moisturising Your Tattoo

Keeping your tattoo hydrated helps support the healing process.

Apply a small amount of recommended tattoo aftercare product when your tattoo begins to feel dry.

Remember:

• Use a thin layer only
• Do not over-moisturise
• Avoid heavily scented creams or products
• Let your skin breathe

Too much product can slow down the healing process.

During The Healing Process

As your tattoo heals, you may notice:

• Light peeling
• Dryness
• Flaking
• Itching

This is completely normal.

Do not pick, scratch, or remove any peeling skin. Allow everything to heal naturally to protect the detail and finish of your tattoo.

Things To Avoid

For the best healed results, avoid:

✕ Swimming pools, hot tubs, and baths
✕ Direct sunlight or tanning beds
✕ Picking or scratching
✕ Harsh skincare products
✕ Excessive friction from clothing
✕ Applying fake tan over the tattoo while healing

Give your artwork the time it deserves.

Long-Term Care

A healed tattoo still deserves care.

To keep your tattoo looking its best:

• Keep your skin moisturised
• Protect your tattoo from strong sunlight
• Use SPF once fully healed
• Maintain healthy skin

Good aftercare helps preserve the detail, depth, and quality of your tattoo for years to come.

Every tattoo we create is a collaboration between artist and client. We provide the craftsmanship — your aftercare protects the artwork.

Created with care. Healed with care.

Elevation Studios