Tattoo Checklist Before Getting a Tattoo | Page 14

Aveeno
Curel
Eucerin
Whatever you choose, make sure it’s fragrance-free and doesn’t contain additives,
such as colored dye, that could dry out your skin. When taken care of, your tattoo
can be as brilliant as one of these inspiring breast cancer tattoos.
Can you use coconut oil for tattoo aftercare?
Polynesian people have long used coconut oil on their tattoos. They apply it after the
tattoo heals to make the design shine.
Some websites claim that coconut oil keeps the skin under your tattoo moist and
protects against infection. Yet there’s no scientific evidence that it works. Check with
your doctor before putting coconut oil or any other unproven products on your tattoo.
Things to Consider Before Getting a Tattoo