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You've got your dream tattoo on your sleeve, but how do you protect it? The elements, like pollution and sun exposure, can cause tattoos to fade or change colors with time. To help prevent your iconic "mom" tat from losing vibrancy, you need to invest in a good lotion. "For certain tattoos I recommend unscented lotion with no oils," explains Daniel Winter, also known as Winter Stone, celebrity tattoo artist to Miley Cyrus, Emma Roberts, Sophie Turner and Demi Lovato. Stone's go-to lotion is Lubriderm, but he also shared four other top picks. Shop Stone's choices below.
Lubriderm Daily Moisture Hydrating Body and Hand Lotion
Stone's top pick! This oil-free lotion will moisturize and hydrate for up to 24 hours and won't leave you feeling sticky and greasy.
House 99 by David Beckham Bold Statement Tattoo Body Moisturizing Cream
David Beckham (a heavily tattooed man himself) has a beauty line that's a hidden gem. The cream was designed specifically for hydrating and protecting your skin art. It also boasts SPF 50 to block out UV rays that can cause colored tattoos to fade.
Nutiva Organic Cold-Pressed Unrefined Virgin Coconut Oil
An all-natural option. Coconut oil has a number of uses because of its moisturizing properties. Hydrate your tattoos with the natural ingredient and never worry about chemicals or additives.
Tattoos can be irritating. Aveeno's lotion is packed with soothing oat to treat dry skin or irritation caused by new art. It's perfect for sensitive skin types.
A drugstore steal. The healing ointment is ideal for the driest of skin. Tattoos will feel nourished and cared for instantly.
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