The healing process of a tattoo is key to the final result. The products we use for tattoo care, and the way we apply them, are crucial during this phase.
As you know, we are very insistent on the importance of choosing a good studio and following the recommendations of professionals. In our tattoo and piercing studio in central Madrid, we have a team of artists who will accompany and advise you as needed. In addition, at the studio, you can purchase OTZI by Easy Tattoo, possibly the best healing cream on the market.
What happens to the skin during healing?
When we get a tattoo, the skin is pierced through the epidermis and the ink is deposited in the dermis. Here’s what happens next:
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An immediate inflammatory response is triggered, activating the immune system to repair the damage. That’s why the skin may redden or exude in the first few days.
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As the process progresses, fibroblasts produce collagen to form new tissue that seals the area. It’s common for small scabs to form or for the skin to flake. This is not harmful; it simply means the skin barrier is restoring.
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Care during this phase is essential to prevent infections, minimize pigment loss, and ensure even healing.
The best tattoo care products that should not be missing from your routine
Products should help skin regeneration while preserving tattoo quality. They should moisturize without interfering with the ink.
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Neutral soap
Choose syndet-type cleansers that remove impurities without altering the skin barrier.
They should be fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and have a neutral or slightly acidic pH (between 5.5 and 6.5). -
Healing ointments
Allantoin or dexpanthenol (pro-vitamin B5) are the most common ingredients for tattoo care.
Allantoin accelerates epithelialization and reduces tightness.
Dexpanthenol promotes cell regeneration, reduces inflammation, and moisturizes the skin. -
Moisturizers
Used once the inflammatory phase has passed, they prevent the formation of thick scabs that could affect the design.
Those with hyaluronic acid help retain moisture, and those with glycerin form a protective film without clogging pores. -
Sunscreen
It is very important to protect the skin from the sun, especially when freshly tattooed, as it can prolong inflammation.
During the first few weeks, avoid sun exposure.
Later, you can use sunscreens with physical filters that act as a barrier against UV rays without irritating the skin.
These are the best tattoo care products, but the professional who tattoos you will provide the appropriate recommendations for your skin type.
In our case, we always recommend OTZI by Easy Tattoo, a cream that promotes cell regeneration thanks to a combination of active ingredients such as shea butter, panthenol, corn oil, and bisabolol. It’s ideal because it doesn’t stick, doesn’t stain clothes, and its effectiveness is noticeable from the third day of use, achieving 62% hydration within the first hour of application. Amazing.
Professional creams like this are not easy to find, which is why it is always available at the studio whenever you need it.