![]() It helps speed up the healing process and relieve the itching.ĭon't overdo the ointment, it can clog your pores and ultimately mess up your tattoo – try to keep the applications thin and down to 3-5 times a day. This helps keeps the itchy, peely healing process under control.ĭon't freak out if your tattoo is red and/or irritated for a few days after your appointment, this is totally normal.ĭon't re-bandage your tattoo for any reason, we want it to breathe in the fresh air.ĭo keep up the washing regiment at least once a day for 7-10 days after getting the tattoo. Massage a thin layer into your tattoo thoroughly, apply 3-5 times a day. Make sure to dab off excess ointment after application, you don't want your tattoo to be shiny.įor Smaller Tattoos: No need for ointments of any kind, just use a gentle unscented lotion of your choice. Massage in thoroughly, this helps keep the itchy, "peely" healing process under control. ![]() After three or four days, switch from the thicker ointments to a gentle unscented lotion of your choice, THIS STEP IS CRITICAL. ![]() ![]() Stick to unscented until the tattoo is healed to avoid a nasty stinging sensation on your fresh tattoo.Ĭarefully dry the tattoo with clean paper towels using a soft dabbing motion, or let it air dry.įor Larger Tattoos: Massage a very thin, almost translucent layer of Aquaphor, Hustle Butter, or Coconut Oil on the tattoo. You will want to do this 3 times a day for about a week after getting the tattoo. Remove the bandage, wash your hands – then gently wash the new tattoo with Dial Antibacterial Unscented hand soap and warm water. Leave the bandage on for one to four hours. It might be sore, so don’t panic if it’s tender.Īfter the saniderm is removed, wash and moisturize your tattoo as usual using the directions below. Any fault in this process, can result in complications that I, nor any other tattoo artist, will not be liable for.Īfter four days, the best way to remove your saniderm is to slowly peel it off in the shower. If you cannot follow these instructions perfectly, you should not replace the saniderm. Please only re-apply the saniderm if you can follow the instructions perfectly. Sometimes its called Teccaderm - however its the same product. You can purchase replacement saniderm on Amazon Prime, or buy it at target or Walmart. Once area is completely dry and your hands are also clean and dry, re apply the saniderm with at least an inch border on every side of the tattoo. (This step is crucial as any bacteria left on the tattoo will be trapped underneath the new application of saniderm, possibly causing infection.) Then, let the tattoo air dry - do not touch any towels to the area. Wash your hands and remove the original saniderm slowly, THOROU GHLY CLEAN THE TATTOO WITH ANTIBACTERIAL, FRAGRANCE FREE SOAP. If you would like to Re-apply saniderm to your tattoo and it hasn’t been over two days since your tattoo was done, please follow these instructions: If you would rather not re-bandage the tattoo or its been over two days since your tattoo was done, please remove the saniderm immediately and care for your tattoo using the directions provided below. You cannot re-apply saniderm if it has been over two days since your tattoo session, at this point in the healing, re-applying new saniderm can cause more harm than good. You cannot Tape saniderm back on, this is not a sanitary way to re-attach your saniderm. If bacteria can get out of your bandage, it can get in - leaving you susceptible to infection. * You cannot leave saniderm on your tattoo, if it is leaking. If for some reason the liquid leaks out the bottom of the Saniderm, the saniderm rolls up exposing the tattoo, or there is a puncture made in the plastic, you need to remove the saniderm or re-apply the saniderm. But, if something feels wrong, please reach out to your artist directly with a photo of the area you’re concerned about as this may save you un-necessary trauma to the area, caused by removing the bandage too soon. You can always remove the saniderm if you feel like you’re having a reaction - You know your body best. If you experience redness around the saniderm that lasts longer than a couple of days, you may be having a slight reaction to the adhesive on the bandage. Leave it Alone. After a couple of days, the liquid will start to harden up under the saniderm. It typically creates a dark brown liquid that sits on your tattoo under the plastic. ![]() Its normal for your saniderm to fill with plasma, ink and blood. It is waterproof, so go ahead and shower as usual - however, please don’t tempt fate with a bath or soaking. Leave your Saniderm on for four full days after getting your tattoo. ![]()
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