AFTERCARE
FOR YOUR TATTOO
Healing a tattoo is your duty
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT YOUR TATTOO ARTIST.
Regular Heal
Temporally Wrapped
Most Common
5-6 Six Day wrap
Second Skin
Also called Saniderm/ Tattoo Shield
Is my tattoo infected?
Infections?
Any sign of infection please take off any and all dressings and Dry out.
*** DO NOT TAKE ADVICE FROM FRIENDS OR FAMILY***
Temporally Wrapped
1. Wash your hands prior to touching your tattoo. Remove bandage within 2-24hrs. Gently wash tattoo with mild antibacterial soap and water. Do not reapply an new bandage.
2. Apply a light coat of A&D/ unscented lotion/ Aquafor until skin returns to pre-tattoo condition.
3. Do not go swimming or soak in a tub or jacuzzi for two weeks. Showers are fine.
4. Stay out of direct sunlight. Use sunscreen once your tattoo has healed
5. Your tattoo should form a light, dry scab that will naturally fall off in 7-10 days. Do not touch or pick at the scab.
CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IF YOU EXPERIENCE SIGNS OF FEVER, REDNESS AT THE SITE, OR SYMPTOMS DEVELOP SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING : ANY YELLOW/ GREEN DISCHARGE.
Second Skin
Artist will put on a first layer
- make sure to not allow water to enter into the applied area.
- Take shorter showers
-Avoid submerging in any body of water.
-Woking out the body part that has the new tattoo.
NO: Hot yoga/ Steamroom / Sauna
Recommended not to have directly pointed on area.
REMOVAL
• We recommend getting in the shower.
• Use warm water.
• Using unscented lotion/ coco butter to help peal on corner.
• Allow letting a bit of water.
• Use clean hand under layer to break adhesive(sticky parts).
• Remove layer.
• Pat dry with clean paper towel.
If you need to put a NEW LAYER
1. Prep the Area
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Wash your hands: Thoroughly clean your hands with antibacterial soap.
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Clean the skin: Wash the area gently with lukewarm water and fragrance-free, antibacterial soap (e.g., Dial Gold).
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Dry completely: Pat the skin dry with a clean paper towel. Wait a few minutes to air dry completely. Any moisture or residual ointment will ruin the adhesive and cause leaks.
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Trim hair: If the area is hairy, trim or shave it first for a stronger hold and pain-free removal.
2. Prepare the Film
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Cut to size: Measure the area and cut a piece of the second skin so that it extends at least 1 to 2 inches past the edges of the tattoo (or wound).
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Round the corners: Use scissors to round off the sharp corners. This prevents the edges from catching on clothing and peeling prematurely.
3. Apply the Film
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Peel the backing: Peel off the main split backing (often the side marked with text) to expose the sticky side.
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Smooth it down: Position the adhesive side over the area. Press it down gently and smooth it out from the center to the edges to push out any air bubbles.
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Remove the top layer: Peel off the supportive top layer (usually a clear or paper backing with a "wave" design) by pulling it back slowly and smoothly against the skin.
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Seal the edges: Press down on all the outer edges to ensure a tight, air-tight seal.
CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IF YOU EXPERIENCE SIGNS OF FEVER, REDNESS AT THE SITE, OR SYMPTOMS DEVELOP SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING : ANY YELLOW/ GREEN DISCHARGE.
Infections?
Any sign of infection please take off any and all dressings.
Dry out. and keeo dry for the remainder of the healing time( estimate 2 weeks)
Yes, It will look ugly but the drying out process is so that the moisture doesn't allow the infection to travel to the rest of your tattoo. Note: the smaller the infected area the faster and easier heal.
After tattoo is healed then reach out to artist to access touch ups, such as, Brighting, Contrasting and smooting.
CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IF YOU EXPERIENCE SIGNS OF FEVER, REDNESS AT THE SITE, OR SYMPTOMS DEVELOP SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING : ANY YELLOW/ GREEN DISCHARGE.