Tattoos, Eczema and Psoriasis — Aftercare Considerations
Plan tattoo care around your skin condition. If you have eczema or psoriasis, discuss a tattoo with your dermatologist before booking. A tattoo aftercare cream cannot treat either condition or guarantee that tattooing will not trigger a flare.
Before your appointment
- Discuss the planned placement and the condition of your skin with your dermatologist and artist.
- Tell them about previous reactions to skincare, inks and adhesive dressings.
- Ask how your prescribed treatment fits with tattoo aftercare. Do not stop or change it yourself.
- Bring the ingredient lists of products you are considering so your clinician can review them.
Why extra planning matters
Tattooing can trigger eczema symptoms, and skin injury can trigger psoriasis. A clear patch of skin or a successful small product test does not guarantee a problem-free tattoo.
Choosing a moisturiser
Choose with your clinician’s advice and your known sensitivities in mind. ‘Natural’, ‘botanical’ and ‘no added fragrance’ do not mean that a product is suitable for everyone.
Where Ink Nurse fits
Ink Nurse Remedy Cream is an Australian-made moisturiser with no added fragrance, petroleum or wax. It is offered for tattoo skincare, not eczema or psoriasis treatment. If you are considering it, review the product information with your clinician before use.
Already tattooed and having a reaction?
Get medical advice about a new or worsening rash. Tell your clinician which ink, dressing and aftercare products were used, and let your artist know. Avoid experimenting with multiple products to settle a flare.
Keep reading: Tattoo reactions and warning signs · Choosing aftercare
Further reading: Eczema UK: tattoos and eczema and American Academy of Dermatology: psoriasis triggers. General education, not a personal treatment plan.
