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IMMEDIATE CARE

  • Remove bandage after 1 hour, waiting no longer than 12 hours unless saniderm was applied and client was instructed to do so.

  • Wash your hands prior to removing bandage(s). Immediately wash tattoo with warm water and anti-bacterial soap. Some body artists will recommend using saline solution or a mild unscented liquid soap. Repeat until tattoo is no longer slimy or glazed.

  • DO NOT USE A WASHCLOTH- washcloths may harbor bacteria that can cause infections.

  • Pat or dab (do not rub) the tattoo with a piece of paper and allow to air dry for at least 10 minutes.

  • Apply a very thin veil of ointment as provided by your artist.

  • Repeat washing daily and apply ointment whenever the tattoo feels dry (for at least 14 days). By this time the tattoo should be healed. As the tattoo heals, it will peel like a sunburn.

DAILY CARE

  • Always wash your hands with liquid soap and warm water prior to touching your tattoo.

  • Always keep the tattoo free from grease, chemicals, general dirt, or expose to biohazards (such as uncooked meals). If the tattoo becomes soiled, wash with soap and warm water. Let air dry.

  • Do not expose the tattoo to sunlight for at least 4 weeks. Once the tattoo is fully healed always apply a thin layer of sunscreen when being exposed to the sun for longevity.

  • Do not use tanning beds for at least 4 weeks.

  • Do not soak the tattoo in water (avoid bathing for 2 weeks; avoid public swimming pools and hot tubs for 4 weeks.)

  • Do not allow shampoo or rinse/conditioner to come in contact with you tattoo for at least 2 weeks.

  • Profuse sweating has the same effect on new tattoos as soaking in water. If you work out (especially cardiovascular or aerobic), take some time off.

  • Wear loose clothing that can allow your healing tattoo to breathe.

  • Do not pick or scratch new tattoos.

  • After 4 weeks, apply sun block to the tattoo if it is to be exposed to the sun.

SIGNS OF INFECTION

If you observe these signs on your skin, please contact you doctor immediately:

  • Swelling and/or redness that increases around the tattoo.

  • A severe burning and throbbing sensation around the tattoo.

  • Increased tenderness and increasingly painful to the touch.

  • An unusual discharge (yellow or green) with an offensive smell.

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