A Dermatologist Weighs In on How to Care For a Tattoo Over the Summer

Caring for your tattoo becomes even more important over the Summer. As it stays brighter outside for longer, your risk for sun damage to the tattoo (including discoloration, fading, and scarring) increases which can impact areas that have gotten inked, whether they are new or old.

That's why we've asked an expert to weigh in. We've enlisted dermatologist Kavita Mariwalla, MD for her best tips for caring for and protecting a tattoo over the Summer.