aftercare

+ Leave the tattoo bandaged with Saniderm / Derm Shield for a minimum of 3 days unless if you're informed otherwise.
+ Gently remove bandage under running water to reduce the risk of damaging the tattoo.
+ Once bandage is removed, using an unscented soap (Dial Soap), wash your tattoo well with your hand and
soapy water.
+ When done with washing the tattoo off, gently pat the tattoo dry with a clean towel or paper towel and allow the
tattoo to air dry for about 5-10 minutes.
+ Apply lotion: BlxckBox or Coconut oil 4-6 times a day.
+ The lotion can be applied to the tattoo daily for about 10-14 days.
+ Once bandage is completely removed DO NOT re-bandage the tattoo.
+ No work out for at least 5 days! Better if you wait until your tattoo completely healed which is 2-3 weeks.
+ DO NOT pick or scratch tattoo while it is peeling.
+ DO NOT soak the tattoo for 3 weeks. No swimming, baths, hot tubs or saunas for 3 weeks.
+ No shaving or waxing area until tattoo is completely healed.
+ DO NOT apply alcohol, vaseline, petroleum jelly or sun block to fresh tattoo.
+ No direct sunlight on tattoo first 3 weeks. Once it is healed if you go out in the sun, use a high factor sun
block.
+ DO NOT listen your friends or so-called tattoo experts. If you have questions call the shop or email me. 
+ First 3 days, some ink can come out with plasma. Nothing to worry about but always use clean shirts and
sheets.
+ Once you leave the tattoo studio proper care of your tattoo is your responsibility.