Medusa Munich

Tattoo Aftercare

Your guide to perfect healing and lasting beauty

Healing time: 2-4 weeks on the surface, 3-6 months fully

Process

Healing Phases

Day 0

Immediately After Tattoo

0-4 hours

The first hours are crucial. Your tattoo is an open wound and must be treated accordingly.

Day 1-3

Cleaning Phase

1-3 days

Now begins the important cleaning phase. Regular, gentle care is crucial for optimal healing.

Day 4-7

Active Healing Phase

4-7 days

Your tattoo starts to peel and may itch. This is completely normal and shows that healing is progressing.

Day 8-14

Stabilization Phase

8-14 days

The top layer of skin is almost healed. The tattoo still looks a bit dull, but the colors will return.

Week 3-4

Final Healing

3-4 weeks

Your tattoo is superficially healed, but the deeper skin layers are still healing. Colors become more vibrant.

Long-term Care

Long-term Care

Lifelong

Complete healing takes 3-6 months. Proper care keeps your tattoo vibrant and beautiful.

Guidance

Do's & Don'ts

What you SHOULD do

Drink lots of water for skin health

Gently tap if itchy

What you should NOT do

DO NOT over-moisturize (skin needs air)

DO NOT let pets touch tattoo

DO NOT wear tight/abrasive clothing

DO NOT use perfume or fragranced products

Products

Recommended Products

Fragrance-free body lotion

Healing

For long-term care after complete healing. Keeps skin hydrated and tattoo vibrant.

~5-15€

Warning Signs

Contact a doctor or our studio immediately if you notice these symptoms:

  • ⚠️Severe, increasing pain after 2-3 days
  • ⚠️Excessive redness or swelling
  • ⚠️Fever or chills
  • ⚠️Foul-smelling discharge or pus
  • ⚠️Red streaks extending from tattoo
  • ⚠️Allergic reaction (severe itching, rash)
  • ⚠️Unusual blistering

Emergency contact:

+49 (0) 89 269 313

Mon-Thu: 11:30-19:00, Fri-Sat: 11:30-20:00, Sun: Closed

Support

Still have questions?

Still have questions? Our team is here for you anytime. Contact us with any aftercare questions.