Aftercare Instructions (Plastic wrap or Dry-Loc bandage)

Here are some instructions for how to take care of your new tattoo.

Remember that this is just a guide for aftercare. If your arist tells you a way to take care of your tattoo then follow his instructions, as they can vary.

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Step 1

Wash your hands with warm soapy water for 30-60 seconds.

(remember your tattoo is an open wound. Being sterile when cleaning and apply lotion is curial)

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Step 2

Remove bandage and rinse tattoo with mild temperature water.

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step 3

Apply Non-scented Anti-bactirial soap to tattoo. Using a small circular moiton work soap into lather. Rinse tattoo with mild temperature water.

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Step 4

Use a clean towel to pat dry your tattoo and let it air dry.

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Step 5

Apply non-scented white lotion to tattoo 3-5 times daily or when tattoo is dry.

(remember using lotions that have fregrences, scrubbing beads, or additives can be bad for your tattoo. The have chemicals that can cause irritation, rash, or your tattoo to heal improperly.

***********************************ZYour tattoo will have dry and peeling skin as it is healing. please remember to not scratch or itch you tattoo during the healing process. As this can cause your tattoo to heal improperly.

Aftercare Instructions (Tegaderm/Santiderm Waterproof Sticker Bandage)

Here are some instructions for how to take care of your new tattoo if your artist applied a Tegaderm/Santiderm Waterproof Sticker Bandage

This bandage is designed to stay on for long periods of time. Usually around 3-7 days. It is designed to allow your body to heal itself naturally and keep all foreign bacteria off of your healing tattoo.

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Step 1

Wash your hands with warm soapy water for 30-60 seconds.

(remember your tattoo is an open wound. Being sterile when cleaning and apply lotion is curial)

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Step 2

Run the bandage covering the tattoo under a mild temperature water.

-Roll a corner of the bandage down and allow water to run inside the bandage as you gently roll the bandage off of the skin and tattoo.

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Step 3

Rinse tattoo with mild temperature water.

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step 4

Apply Non-scented Anti-bactirial soap to tattoo. Using a small circular moiton work soap into lather. Rinse tattoo with mild temperature water.

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Step 5

Use a clean towel to pat dry your tattoo and let it air dry.

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Step 6

Apply non-scented white lotion to tattoo 3-5 times daily or when tattoo is dry.

(remember using lotions that have fregrences, scrubbing beads, or additives can be bad for your tattoo. The have chemicals that can cause irritation, rash, or your tattoo to heal improperly.

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Remember these tips for after your tattoo is completely healed

1. Always put sunscreen on your tattoos if you are going to be in the sun. The better you take care of your tattoos the longer they will look their best.

2. Lotion is your skin and tattoos best friend. Applying lotion daily will keep your skin hydrated and your tattoos looking bright and bold.