Not Medical Advice: No. Vitacilina is not recommended for tattoo aftercare as it contains lanolin and petrolatum. According to tattoo experts, avoid products that contains such ingredients as these will delay the healing process and will damage your tattoo on the long run. Other sources suggest that any ointment or cream that contains lanolin may cause the ink to smudge.
Other products to avoid are:
All Fragrances
Tea Tree Oil
Propellants
Vaseline
Here are some aftercare guidelines compiled by successful tattoo artists:
Do not re-bandage the tattoo.
Do not apply Vaseline, lanolin or petroleum based products.
Do not apply alcohol.
Do not rub, scratch or pick at the tattoo.
Do not expose the tattoo to direct sunlight, swim or soak in sauna, steam bath or bathtub for two weeks.
Be sure clothing touching your tattoo is clean and soft.
Learn more basic instructions of what should be done during tattoo healing and aftercare at Tantalizing Tattoo..
Vitacilina is used as first aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. See other information at Drugs.com.
Tip! Find out How To Take Care Of A New Tattoo at AuthorityTattoo.