Follow these directions to take care of your new tattoo. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us ASAP!
SECOND SKIN/RECOVERY DERM:
Leave dressing on for 4-5 days. It is recommended that you remove the bandage with some soap and water slowly. After the bandage has been removed, clean the tattoo gently and start moisturizing with a light layer of tattoo balm or unscented lotion. Products you can use include Aveeno, Lubriderm, and Cetaphil. Do not use Aquaphor, A&D, or Vaseline unless otherwise instructed by the artist.
SARAN WRAP:
Leave wrap on for 12-24 hours. Use an unscented soap to wash the tattoo gently. Pat down with a clean paper towel until dry, then apply a thin layer of tattoo balm or unscented lotion. Do not re-bandage the tattoo.
AS YOU HEAL:
Your tattoo may look like a sunburn for the first week and your skin may scab and peel. Do not pick at the scabs or scratch at your tattoo! You should avoid over-stretching the area as well and keep the tattoo moisturized. If it starts to look dry, just dab a little bit of ointment or lotion on. Your tattoo can take up to 4 weeks to fully heal. It is important to avoid direct sunlight, pools, oceans, jacuzzis, saunas/spas, etc. during these first 3 weeks. Light working out is okay after the first week. Avoid wearing any clothing or jewelry that are tight or will rub directly on the tattoo.
PLEASE NOTE:
The first touch up is offered free of charge within the first year of the tattoo. Any appointments made after the first year are subject to a touch up fee. If we determine that your tattoo was scratched at, exposed to excessive sunlight/water, or not taken care of in general we will charge a touch up fee regardless of timing. High motion areas such as fingers, hands, feet, etc. are subject to a touch up fee and are not eligible for the free touch up.