Hi guys! I just got my first tattoo and I wanted to ask for advice on how to take care of it. Can I use cerave as moisturiser?

Did your tattooer not give you instructions? It should be fine to use careve but I would recommend getting the thicker cream. I would also take the wristband off so it doesn’t rub over your tattoo.

@Yi_eune he did not because I got it at a festival and I couldn’t hear a word

For the first 3 days only you want to wash it at least every 2-3 hours with unscented mild soap (not antibacterial soap. Dove unscented is good) and apply a small amount of Aquaphor. The tiniest amount, almost as if you are taking it off. After the 3 days then just wash it daily, like when you shower, and put on a small amount of unscented lotion. Cetaphil or Cerave are good. Make sure to keep it out of the sun, don’t take baths, don’t go swimming, don’t tan, don’t go into a sauna, don’t pick at it if it scabs, and don’t scratch. It.

I use Nivea soft to heal mine but cera ve should be okay as it’s unscented

I use Aquaphor don’t use lotions or anything with antibacterial properties just soap water and a basic moisturizer no lotions

if you have the money, order a tattoo specific cream (amazon if that's in ur area) or go to a local shop and let them help