Is Sudocrem OK for tattoos?

Sudocrem contains strong astringents and disinfectants that are too strong for sensitive freshly-tattooed skin. Sudocrem isn’t suitable for use on tattoos because: It leaves a white film on the skin. It fades tattoo pigments.

Is baby nappy cream good for tattoos?

If you google the phrase “tattoo cream”, the first product that comes up is a baby’s nappy rash cream. Nobody seems to know why it works (or who first decided to try it for that matter!) but tattoo artists up and down the country recommend this as the best aftercare product for freshly-inked tattoos.

Can you use any nappy rash cream on tattoos?

Apply a thin layer of unscented moisturising cream You should then apply a thin layer of an unscented moisturising cream like Bepanthen (nappy rash cream) – your artist will tell you which they recommend. You can either then recover with clingfilm/gauze, or leave it open to the air, depending on your artists advice.

Can I use Johnson baby nappy cream on my tattoo?

As for what kind of lotion to use on old tattoos, any kind will do. Really. So, it can be your favourite special tattoo lotion, or your regular moisturising lotion, or even baby lotion.

Can I use Sudocrem on infected tattoo?

Are there any products that are best avoided? Unless your tattoo becomes infected, Lorena advises exercising caution when it comes to Savlon and Sudocrem. “Whatever you do, do not apply antiseptic creams when you’ve just had your tattoo done as this will remove the colour,” she tells us.

What is the best cream to put on a new tattoo?

Aquaphor Healing Ointment
Best Overall: Aquaphor Healing Ointment Aquaphor’s Healing Ointment is of the most widely used tattoo aftercare treatments, and you’ll find a lot of artists quick to recommend the old stand-by.

Is Bepanthen baby good for tattoos?

You may have heard some rumours that Bepanthen shouldn’t be used on new tattoos, but this absolutely isn’t the case. Bepanthen is by far one of the most highly recommended tattoo aftercare products and is the go-to ointment for most tattoo artists and studios.

What can I use instead of Bepanthen on a tattoo?

Alternatives to Bepanthen nappy rash cream are Tattoo Goo and Hustle Butter. They are sold in some tattoo studios or you can buy them online. My go-too to soap is Sensitive Skin Beauty Bar by Dove.

Is Bepanthen nappy rash good for tattoos?

Bepanthen Tattoo Aftercare Ointment is dermatologically tested to help heal and protect Tattoos. Same effective formula as Bepanthen Nappy Rash Ointment.

Is Bepanthen OK for tattoos?

Bepanthen is by far one of the most highly recommended tattoo aftercare products and is the go-to ointment for most tattoo artists and studios.

What cream can I put on my tattoo?

Aquaphor Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment Aquaphor’s Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment is easily one of the most widely used treatments for tattoo aftercare, as myriad artists swear by it.