Tattoo Aftercare & Health

The first four weeks decide how your tattoo looks for the next forty years. This section covers the healing timeline (day 1-3, week 1, week 2-4), what’s normal vs. what’s an infection, how to handle pain and itching without scratching, and how to protect your tattoo from sun damage long-term.

If something is wrong (redness, swelling, discharge), start here, then call your artist or a doctor.