Tattoo Aftercare Guide
- HAZIM ALNAOURY
- Sep 23, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 8, 2025
Getting a tattoo is a medical-grade procedure. Follow these steps to heal safely and achieve the best results.
🛒 What You Need to Purchase for Tattoo Aftercare
Antibacterial baby foam
Fucidin ointment (orange label) — not the red one
📋 Things You Need to Do
First 24–48 Hours
If a nylon bandage was applied, remove after 2–6 hours.
If a second-skin bandage was applied, you may keep it on up to 48 hours only (never longer).
After removing the bandage, wash gently with antibacterial baby foam.
Pat dry with sterile gauze or clean tissue — do not rub.
Don't apply any ointment or cream.
Days 2–14
Wash once or twice daily with antibacterial baby foam.
Apply ointment 2–3 times per day until fully healed.
Keep skin moisturized but not greasy — thin application is enough.
🚫 Things to Avoid (0–30 Days)
No sun exposure for at least 1 month (cover with breathable clothing or use sun-safe protection).
No soaking in pools, ocean, sauna, or steam rooms. Short showers are fine.
No tight clothing that causes friction over the tattoo.
No harsh treatments such as scrubbing, exfoliation, or chemical peels.
No excessive sweating or sports for at least 5 days (longer if irritation persists).
No scratching or picking as flakes form — allow natural shedding.
Avoid pets’ contact — they carry bacteria that may cause infection.
⚠️ Watch for Complications
Contact your artist or clinic if you see:
Severe redness or swelling beyond Day 3
Yellow discharge or foul smell
Color turning very dark or very light in patches
Contact us directly if there are any signs of complications
If you have the tattoo on a moving part of the body avoid working out if you feel discomfort
Swelling may occur with new tattoos on your feet, ankles or calves. If this happens, you can reduce swelling by taking on Ibuprofen, applying an ice pack to the swollen area.
📅 Tattoo Healing Timeline
Day / Stage | What to Expect | Care Instructions |
Days 0–2 | Redness, possible oozing, very fresh look | Keep bandage as instructed, wash gently, apply ointment |
Days 3–7 | Light scabbing or flaking begins | Do not pick scabs, wash daily, moisturize lightly |
Days 8–14 | Scabs fall off, tattoo looks dull or lighter (normal) | Keep clean, continue ointment, avoid sun |
Days 15–30 | Skin settles, pigment evens out | Resume normal care, moisturize, avoid strong sun |
After 30 Days | Tattoo mostly healed | Review result, schedule touch-ups if needed |
🏢 About Huzz Tattoo Dubai
Huzz Tattoo is part of Huzz.ae, Dubai’s trusted platform for safe, professional, and licensed tattoo services.
Founded by Hazim Al Naoury (Huzz) in 2001, Huzz Tattoo pioneered Arabic Calligraphy Tattoos worldwide and introduced the Middle East to a new standard of tattoo professionalism.
Specialty: Arabic calligraphy tattoos, fine-line designs, and custom artwork
Recognition: Featured on CNN (2017), represented the Middle East at BTSOE – Biggest Tattoo Show on Earth (Las Vegas 2012 & 2015)
Commitment: All tattoos are performed under medical-grade hygiene standards with lifelong refresh support Tattoo Aftercare
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