These instructions are here incase you need them, It's 100% up to you to take care of this tattoo during your critical healing period.
ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS PRIOR TO & AFTER HANDLING YOUR TATTOO
SECOND SKIN/SANIDERM:
Do not leave the SecondSkin/Saniderm on longer than your artist specifically advised. Depending on the bandage used this could be 24 hours or 5 days. If questions arise, reach out to your artist.
Although it is waterproof, keep it as dry as possible while showering unless you are planning to remove it.
IF ANY BLOOD/PLASMA LEAKS OUT, OR IF THE TATTOO BECOMES UNCOVERED, REMOVE IT
Once you are ready to remove it, DO let the water in the shower help loosen it. Gently peel up a corner and stretch it away from your skin slowly. Do NOT rip it off like a bandage.
GAUZE COVERING:
Do not leave bandage on for more than 3 hours
Once you are ready to remove it, carefully remove the bandage and discard it.
POST SECOND SKIN/ BANDAGE AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
Keep following this routine until your tattoo is fully healed which can take a few weeks.
No sun screen on healing tattoos. If you are in the sun for a prolonged amount of time, cover the tattoo with loose clothing. Please use it after it has healed to help your tattoo’s longevity.
No submerging your tattoo in water (oceans, lakes, rivers, baths, etc) while it is healing.
Wash gently with mild Soap - fragrance free, pump soap and water. Make sure you remove any build up from the tattoo during the first wash. (Bar soap harbors bacteria and are not recommended. If you must use bar soap, lather it first in your hands. Never apply a bar directly to the tattoo)
Rinse your tattoo gently, letting water ran over the tattoo
Pat - DONT rub your tattoo dry with a paper towel or clean towel
Let your tattoo air dry for 10-15 minutes before moisturizing.
Apply a small amount of a fragrance free lotion. Less is always more!
DON’T scratch or pick at your tattoo. Scabs/flakes will fall off naturally, typically during washing. DON’T force them off
WASH your tattoo at least once a day and no more than twice; unless you have been sweating profusely.
DO wear loose clothing over your tattoo. Cotton/breathable fabrics are best. Avoid straps/constricting clothing directly on your tattoo.
DO protect your tattoo with sunscreen once it is fully healed.
When in doubt, contact your tattoo artist if you have an questions or concerns!
