TATTOO AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for trusting me with your tattoo! Proper aftercare is essential to ensure your tattoo heals beautifully and avoids complications. Please follow these instructions carefully:

FIRST 24-48 HRS:

Saniderm bandage: Leave the bandage on for 2 days before removing

  • Fluid build up and excess ink trapped under the film is normal

  • Remove bandage under lukewarm running water and peel it off gently.

  • Gently wash the tattoo with lukewarm water and antibacterial fragrance free soap.

  • Pat dry with a clean paper towel and allow to air dry.

  • Apply a thin layer of Aquaphor / coconut oil on the tattoo to moisturize

  • Do not work out or do excessive sweating with the bandage on!

DAY 2 - 7

  • Wash your tattoo gently once a day with antibacterial soap and follow with a thin layer of aquaphor or coconut oil

  • Do not over-apply - your skin needs to breathe in order to heal

  • Expect light scabbing, peeling and itching. Do NOT pick at the skin!

DAY 2 - 4

  • You can now switch to an unscented moisturizer of your choice as the tattoo continues to flake. Apply 1-2x a day depending on dryness.

You can now switch to an unscented moisturizer of your choice as the tattoo continues to flake. Apply 1-2x a day depending on dryness.

THINGS TO AVOID:

  • Do not scratch or pick at the scabs or peeling skin.

  • Avoid soaking the tattoo until fully healed (3-4 weeks) including pools, hot tubs, baths, and especially the ocean.

  • Avoid the sun, saunas and steam rooms while the tattoo is healing.

  • Do not sweat for the first 3-4 days to allow the top layer of skin to heal.

TOUCH UP:

  • Some ink loss, especially with fine line tattoos is not uncommon. Please reach out for a touch up and keep me updated on the tattoo healing!

Some ink loss, especially with fine line tattoos is not uncommon. Please reach out for a touch up and keep me updated on the tattoo healing!