Second Skin

Keep on for 3 to 5 days. Pls avoid soaking it and no crazy hot showers! ❌

When removing, slowly peel away from body and downwards. Some people like to do it in the shower after it gets a bit wet. Not I but try whatever works best.

Once bandage is off, wash gently (pls don’t scrub) with UNSCENTED soap. There may be some sticky residue- do not scrub it! It will come off as you wash it over the next few days.

Continue to wash 2-3 times daily until healed. I like to make sure I wash in the morning and before bed at the very least.

Pat dry gently and apply a thin layer of *unscented* lotion.

continue reading — more info after “Gauze Bandage”

Gauze Bandage

Take off within 4-6 hours.

Follow same cleaning instructions as listed above.

I start using lotion once the tattoo doesn’t look “wet” anymore.

important notes

Make sure your hands are clean before touching your new tattoo.

Avoid direct sunlight, tight clothing, any swimming and baths (soaking) for 3 weeks.

Do not pick or scratch even if it scabs / flakes.

Once it’s fully healed, SUNSCREEN IS YOUR FRIEND 4 LIFE! If not for you, at least for your tattoos. 🥲

If you have anyyyy questions or concerns — don’t hesitate to ask your tattoo artist!! They should be open to conversations and if they are not, another tattoo artist will be (aka me…always here for you guys!)