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Preventing infection and promoting healing are top priorities for every good tattoo artist. In addition to following sanitary practices and properly sterilizing equipment, tattoo antiseptic products play an important part in preventing infection and shortening the healing period.
Before tattooing, clean each client\'s skin with a product like Intenze Cleanze, Dettol, or another skin cleanser. Also, wipe down the area to be tattooed with alcohol pads or another antiseptic immediately before you begin working.
While you work, you may want to regularly apply an ointment or cream like Ink Eeze Black Glide Tattooing Ointment or Tattoo Goo Process Butter to keep the skin moisturized and receptive. When you\'re done working, apply a thick layer of a healing, soothing tattoo ointment like A&D Ointment or Aquaphor before applying a tattoo bandageOpens a new window. Many clients also prefer to use an ointment or cream as part of their aftercare routineOpens a new window.
We offer a large variety of skin cleansers, antiseptic products, and tattoo ointments, all of which play important roles in the tattooing process.
Ointments are usually applied as a lubricant during the tattooing process and as an aftercare product. Some include antiseptic ingredients, while others focus solely on soothing, moisturizing, and healing. Be sure to read the ingredients and uses if you want an antiseptic ointment.
One benefit of tattoo antiseptic spray is that, unlike ointment, it can be used during the tattooing process to soothe and sanitize. The Intenze Cleanze Ready-to-Use Spray is a popular option thanks to its ability to cool and reduce redness in irritated areas without any burning sensation. BactineOpens a new window is another go-to antiseptic spray in the industry as it both sanitizes and numbs.
Antiseptic creams can sometimes be used interchangeably with antiseptic tattoo ointments, and the difference between the two often comes down simply to the consistency of the product. However, some do differ in usage instructions as creams are more likely to be meant solely for aftercare. Recovery Tattoo LotionOpens a new window, for example, is an excellent cream for soothing new tattoos but isn’t recommended as a lubricant during the tattooing process. Like ointments, some creams contain antiseptic ingredients, while others are meant only for soothing and healing.
Keeping the environment and the artist's hands clean is just as important as cleaning the client’s skin. Alcohol prep padsOpens a new window, skin cleansers, and hand sanitizersOpens a new window should be a staple in every tattoo shop.
Whether you’re choosing an ointment for yourself or your clients, you have plenty of options for safe, effective tattoo ointments, creams, and sprays. We carry some of the most trusted products in the tattooing biz, including:
Ink Eeze’s line of tattoo ointments, including Black Glide, Purple Glide, Pink Glide, Green Glide, and Green Vert. All of Ink Eeze’s ointments are perfect for use during and after tattooing as they’re petroleum and lanolin-free, so they won’t clog your machines.
Richie Bulldog Hustle ButterOpens a new window offers an all-natural option for use before, during, and after tattooing. You can buy it in jars or in convenient single-use foil packets. It’s one of the most popular tattoo ointments for aftercare, so many artists also keep their shop stocked, so clients can purchase their own jar.
Recovery Tattoo GlideOpens a new window is an excellent ointment that can be used both during tattooing and for aftercare. For aftercare only, try Recovery Tattoo Lotion, which soothes, moisturizes, and relieves the discomfort associated with healing skin.
Platinum Rose Tattoo AftercareOpens a new window is loved as a 100% organic, all-natural tattoo ointment that’s perfect for before, during, and after the tattooing procedure.
Tattoo Goo Series Process Butter is another all-natural favorite that works well for all stages of tattooing and healing.
Multiple brands make ointments that contain vitamins A & D to promote healing, including Curad, Dynarex. Many artists enjoy using the convenient pre-divided foil packets.
Aquaphor is a popular option for soothing and moisturizing new tattoos. Since it’s a petroleum-based product, many artists prefer to use it only after the tattoo process to avoid clogging machines.
Whether you already have favorite tattoo ointments and antiseptics or you’re still searching for your perfect brands, you’ll find what you and your clients need at Painful Pleasures. Shop our other sections to stock up on bandages, tattoo medical suppliesOpens a new window, and skin prep tattoo suppliesOpens a new window as well!
