AFTERCARE
Once the tattoo is completed, I will cover the tattoo with saniderm, a clear transparent bandage.
The next morning, remove the saniderm and wash the tattoo with antibacterial soap, massaging it firmly with your fingers to remove all blood and ink residue. Rinse the tattoo and let it air dry. Next, apply a new piece of saniderm over the tattoo. (I will provide you with extra saniderm to take home) Leave this saniderm on for an additional 4 days.
After 4 days, remove the saniderm and apply a thin coat of any non-scented hand lotion, such as Lubriderm throughout the day for 2 weeks.
Do not pick or scratch when tattoo peels. Avoid getting dirt, make-up, and hair products in the tattoo area. Do not touch with dirty hands.
No swimming or soaking the tattoo area for 2 weeks.
Avoid direct sunlight and/or tanning while tattoo is healing, this will help to keep the colors bright.
Allergic reactions to the tattoo ink is uncommon, but is a possibility. Immense itchiness and breakouts around the the tattooed skin are a sign. Contact your tattoo artist immediately; vitamin E lotion will be recommended.
Tattoo may be infected if there is a prolonged period of pain, swelling, pus secretion, and/or red streaks extending from the area.
The tattoo artist can usually solve your problem, but in the case of intense infection please see a physician.
