Tattoo Aftercare Cleaning. Once the tattoo is dry apply a very small amount of Aquaphor or Bacitracin. Wash your hands with soap and water throughout the day to ensure youre not carrying germs around with you.
Then theyll liberally apply your aftercare cream and wrap it in either cling film or cheesecloth also known as muslin cloth to protect it during your journey home. Applying too much ointment can cause your tattoo to suffocate. Zeichner warns that if the skin is red warm tender or has any pus it may be infected.
Cleaning with just a little bit of water during the first week will suffice after that gentle cleanser or antibacterial soap to lightly clean will be okay to use.
Bring a couple WIPE OUTZ with you whenever you leave the house. Zeichner warns that if the skin is red warm tender or has any pus it may be infected. Sleep with the wrap over night clean the tattoo as soon as you wake up. On average 4-5 days after the initial appointment your new eyebrow skin will start to harden and itch.
