
aftercare
Tattoo Swelling: What's Normal in the First 48 Hours
Tattoo swelling peaks between 24 and 48 hours after your session. Here is what is normal, what is not, and what to do before you worry about infection.

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Living with cats or dogs during tattoo healing adds real infection risk. Here is how to protect a fresh tattoo from fur, dander, and licks.
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Tattoo swelling peaks between 24 and 48 hours after your session. Here is what is normal, what is not, and what to do before you worry about infection.

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