Will My Tattoo Flake off?

Peeling and flaking of a new tattoo is perfectly normal. ... Just add a little lotion to the tattoo to help keep it moist and encourage those flakes to come off. Do not scratch, pick or peel them. It will all be done in a few days and the color of your tattoo will start to return to normal.

Will peeling ruin my tattoo?

If the tattoo starts to flake or peel, don't panic. This is a normal part of the healing process, and it usually only lasts through the end of the first week. Just don't pick at it — this can lead to ink fallout and ruin your art.

Do you wash your tattoo when it's peeling?

Many people ask us if it's a good idea keep washing their tattoos when the skin is peeling. ... So, should you wash your tattoo when it's peeling? Yes, definitely. The peeling process usually starts 4-5 days after getting the tattoo, and you should keep cleaning it out and caring for it very gently.