tattoos

AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS:

• Leave bandage on for 3-5 days and wait until you are in a safe and clean environment to remove.
• Before cleaning or touching the tattooed area, WASH HANDS thoroughly with soap and warm water.
• Carefully remove the bandage without force from top to bottom. Do not pull bandage upwards or outwards. It helps to take the bandage off in the shower!
• Sometimes excess color will come off on the bandage, this is normal.

If it sticks, wet the applied bandage and gently pull off so as not to damage any scabs or dry areas.

• After removing the bandage, cleanse the tattoo with mild soap and water. Gently rub with fingertips to remove plasma. Pat dry with a clean and dry paper towel. DO NOT use a cloth towel as these harbor bacteria and potentially mold!
• Let the tattoo air dry completely for at least ten minutes. Apply a THIN layer of unscented lotion. I can recommend options if needed.
• Pat off any excess lotion with a dry paper towel. Applying too much lotion can cause breakouts
• Do not apply a new bandage to tattoo after the first is removed.
• Continue to cleanse tattoo once or twice a day for 7-10 days. Apply lotion after washing and/or as needed.
• Do not allow tattoo to become dry. If a scab does form, avoid picking it and let it heal on its own.
• Your tattoo will start to peel about 3-5 days later. Continue using a fragrance free lotion or gentle moisturizer as needed until completely healed.
• Avoid swimming, hot tubs, tanning beds and sun exposure for at least 2 weeks.
• Itching is expected. NEVER pick, scratch or peel it. This may result in loss of color.
• The tattoo will take 3-4 weeks to fully heal. Regularly moisturize to keep skin soft and colors bright.
• Sun exposure can damage a tattoo, always use a sun block with strong SPF when outdoors.

DO NOT USE: Vaseline or petroleum jellies

DO NOT USE: Alcohol, Soap with fragrance, moisture beads or scrubs

DO NOT USE: Medicated ointment such as Neosporin

DO NOT USE: Iodine, peroxide, or alcohol-based solutions.

You may experience some normal slight swelling, redness, and discomfort around the site for the first few days. If any of the following symptoms appear, promptly consult a health care provider:

-Unusual draining/pus

-Excessive bleeding

-Excessive pain or discomfort

-Excessive swelling, redness or skin that is hot to touch.

Heavy use of aftercare products may cause acne-like breakouts. If this occurs, wash the remaining product from your skin and reduce amount applied. If problem persists, discontinue use.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your artist @miabacchi  -  miabacchiart@gmail.com or the tattoo shop.

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