Question

[Woppy]

Hello.  Over a very long period of time, like ten years, will scented products gradually fade a tattoo more than if I went unscented 100% for ever? I'm contimplating using scent free lotion, scent free sunscreen, and scent free body wash to maintain my sleeve tattoo. 

Edited July 17, 2018 by Woppy

[Dan]

16 hours ago, Woppy said:

Hello.  Over a very long period of time, like ten years, will scented products gradually fade a tattoo more than if I went unscented 100% for ever? I'm contimplating using scent free lotion, scent free sunscreen, and scent free body wash to maintain my sleeve tattoo. 

a fragrance free lotion is good for a tattoo when it's healing because fragrance has a small amount of alcohol products in it and can dry out a fresh tattoo a tiny bit,

but a scented lotion will have no affect on a healed tattoo,or ANY lotion.

and yes,a good 30 or 50 SPF sunblock is a good idea when in  a lot of sun,

only time and the sun will fade a tattoo.

Edited July 17, 2018 by Dan

[Gingerninja]

Yes to everything @Dan said. 

To add on the lotion front, even skin care products that have Alpha Hydroxy in them won't impact a healed tattoo!