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TATTOO AFTERCARE
DAY 1-3
Allow your second skin bandage to fall off by itself. Do not pick or pull at the bandage. When it’s removed, thoroughly wash your tattoo with a mild soap and warm water, washing the area only with your bare hand. Pat dry with a clean paper towel. Apply thin layer of Aquaphor. Please note: it is normal for there to be some color/ink residue when your bandage is on.
DAY 3-5
During the first 3-4 days or when your bandage falls off, it’s important to wash your tattoo and re apply your ointment as needed. When washing, use the same steps you used day one.
DAY 5-7
After the first four days, you no longer need to wash the tattoo. Avoid letting water run directly on the tattoo when showering. Apply a thin layer of ointment as needed, or whenever dry. It is normal for thin flakes of color to be coming off at this stage. Allow them to do so naturally. DO NOT PICK ANY SCABS OR FLAKES.
DAY 7-14
At this point, you can start applying your lotion to the area. Keep the tattoo from getting wet still, and continue to avoid baths or hot tubs. After showering, pat dry. It’s normal for the area to be itchy. Try not to scratch and avoid tight clothing that may rub on the tattoo. Shoes and socks especially. Keep your tattoo out of the sun, and while tanning, cover your tattoo.
LIFETIME
Continue using lotion as needed or when your tattoo looks dry. You should always put sunscreen on your tattoo anytime you are in the sun.
REMINDER: KEEP THE AREA AROUND YOUR TATTOO DRY. NO SWIMMING, TUB BATHING, OR HUT TUBS FOR TWO WEEKS. AVOID SUNBATHING, TANNING, & DIRECT SUNLIGHT FOR TWO WEEKS