Banger Tattoo Care

  • THE FDA RULED ANTIBACTERIAL SOAP NO MORE EFFECTIVE THAN PLAIN SOAP

    Is Antibacterial Soap Good for Tattoos? FDA's 2016 Ruling

    Antibacterial soap kills the beneficial bacteria your tattoo needs to heal. FDA banned 19 antibacterial ingredients in 2016—no proven benefit over regular soap. Here's what professional tattoo artists recommend instead.

  • Split image showing fragrance-filled mainstream soaps on the left versus a clean fragrance-free bar soap on the right for tattoo healing

    Is Scented Soap Bad for Tattoos? Here's What It Actually Does

    Most people grab whatever soap is in their shower without thinking twice. But fragrance is one of the most common reasons tattoos heal slower, itch more, and peel harder than they should. Here is what is actually happening and why it matters more than most aftercare guides admit.