healing with dermal film
leave the clear bandage on for three to five days.
it will most likely fill up with blood, plasma and ink - this is normal! please leave the bandage on.
the bandage is water-resistant so you can shower with it on but do not soak in it
after three to five days, remove the bandage in the shower slowly with warm water and clean the tattoo with mild, anti-bacterial liquid soap
make sure to wash your hands anytime you are caring for your tattoo
make sure to keep the tattoo clean with mild, anti-bacterial liquid soap. never use bar soap.
keep the tattoo hydrated without over-moisturizing. letting your tattoo breathe is also important.
healing with an alternative bandage
if your skin is sensitive to sani-derm, i will give you an absorbant pad wrapped with sensi-wrap.
wash your hands and remove the bandage three to four hours after getting your tattoo.
make sure to wash your hands anytime you are caring for your tattoo
make sure to keep the tattoo clean with mild, anti-bacterial liquid soap. never use bar soap.
keep the tattoo hydrated without over-moisturizing. letting your tattoo breathe is also important.
things to avoid
try not to pick at your tattoo. scratching or picking will cause uneven healing, pigment-loss, and possibly an infection.
if you have pets, try and keep them away from your tattoo for the first two weeks while it is healing.
avoid direct sunlight. if you must go in the sun, use high SPF sunscreen on your tattoo. to prevent fading, always use sunscreen on your tattoos even after the healing process.
during the first two to three weeks of healing, do not submerge in water for prolonged periods of time - this includes bathtubs, swimming pools, oceans, rivers, hot springs and saunas.
try to avoid exercising or high-sweat activities for the first few days after your appointment.
touch-ups
I am more than happy to touch up a tattoo I have given you within the first six months of your appointment for free.
after the six month time frame, I charge a flat rate of $50 per touch-up.
please email me photos of your healed tattoo so I know what I’m working with and we can schedule a touch-up session.