when is the time to switch to lotion

[milk tank]

i got my tattoo on Saturday now its Thursday should i stop using the Aquaphor its not peeling that much its itchy though

[Leah]

I use fragrance/color free lotion the whole time. I used to use A&D for the first few days but stopped that years ago. 

[Hogrider]

I use the wet heal method - A&D covered by saran wrap for 2-3 days, washing and reapplying a couple of times a day. Then I use a little lotion a couple of times a day for about a week. Less is more, no need to stop using lotion if it's still itching. I try to remember to put cocoa butter on all my ink once or twice a week.

[Gingerninja]

Just remember that less is more when it comes to lotion! Don't overdue it but keep your new tattoo lightly moisturized. It's still a fresh wound. :)

[rdinak]

Big fan of hustle butter. Helps with the itch better than anything else I have tried. Nice coconut smell too.  Once I remove the Tegaderm, I use a light coat in the morning for about ten days. 

[Michaelshane]

I switch to lotion after it starts to peel.The lotion helps with the itching.

Edited February 16, 2018 by Michaelshane