There is always debate over the best way to heal your tattoos, but we’d recommend simply following the aftercare instructions of your professional tattoo artist. While it’s your responsibility to make sure you’re caring for your tattoo, the finished tattoo can reflect on your artist in good or bad ways.
Most tattoo artists will have a preferred form of aftercare, whether it’s tattoo care products like Hustle Butter Deluxe or adhesive film and bandages from brands such as Recovery or Dermalize Pro.
All of these should be applied to clean, dry tattoos, with butters, glides or lotions rubbed into the skin in a thin layer, being careful not to break off any scabs. With tattoo aftercare products, applying in small amounts is always better!