TATTOO AFTERCARE
Aftercare is an important step for making your artwork last and stay beautiful. See our instructions and product recommendations below.
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SECOND SKIN BANDAGE :
If your tattoo is bandaged with Saniderm (Second Skin), you should keep the bandage on for 3-4 days.
During this time, it is normal to see some fluid build up beneath the bandage. (If the bandage begins to leak, you must remove the bandage and follow the standard aftercare instructions listed below). After 3-4 days, remove the Saniderm bandage gently under warm running water. To take the bandage off you must stretch from each side rather than peel it off like a Bandaid. When you stretch the bandage it allows the adhesive to come off the skin without disrupting the tattoo and taking any ink with it. Always wash your hands before touching your healing tattoo.
Wash the tattoo with a mild , fragrance-free soap or warm water. At this point, your tattoo should be well into the healing process - you may use an unscented , non-greasy lotion (like Hustle Butter, Lubriderm or Aveeno Unscented Moisturizer) to keep the tattoo moisturized. DO NOT moisturize your tattoo with Vaseline - this does not let the skin and the new tattoo breathe.
TRADITIONAL BANDAGE :
Leave the traditional bandage applied on for 3-5 hours or as otherwise recommended by the artist. Immediately after removing the bandage, gently clean the area with a mild unscented soap and use paper towel to pat dry. Always wash your hands before touching your healing tattoo. A tattoo is an open wound, keeping it clean and safe from bacteria is crucial.
Throughout the healing process, use Lubriderm, Aveeno or Aquaphor Unscented Lotion can be applied as needed (dry or itchy) 1-2 times daily with clean hands. Follow instructions until your tattoo is 100% healed (approx. 3 weeks).
PRODUCTS RECOMMENDED:
For moisturizing- Lubriderm Unscented Lotion, Aveeno Unscented Lotion, Aquaphor Unscented Lotion, Hustle Butter.
For Cleaning- Dove Unscented Soap, or any mild fragrance free soap.
DO NOT:
● Do not itch, pick at, or tear off scabs.
● Do not over hydrate tattoo with aftercare cream or unscented lotions.
● Do not apply rubbing achohol, peroxide, scented lotions, Vaseline or medicated ointments such as polysporin during healing.
● Do not use a bath towel to dry tattoo after cleaning (bacteria).
● Do not swim, hot tub or soak for a minimum of three weeks.
● Do not apply any additional bandaging after the initial bandage has been removed.
● Do not tan or expose tattoo to direct sunlight until fully healed. When the tattoo is healed use a good SPF sunscreen to prevent fading.
● Do not wear tight clothing that may irritate the tattoo during healing. We strongly recommend applying sunblock to HEALED tattoos to prevent fading.