How to Care for a Fresh Watercolor Tattoo
Published September 2, 2026 · by Adora
The first fourteen days decide how vivid your colour stays for the next ten years.
The first 48 hours
Keep the wrap on for the time I tell you at the end of the session, then wash with clean hands and unscented soap.
- Pat dry, never rub
- A thin layer of ointment, twice a day
- No gym, no pool, no direct sun
Colour work holds its saturation far longer under sunscreen. This is the single biggest factor.
Weeks two and three
Flaking is normal. Do not pick. See the FAQ if something looks wrong.