If your tattoo is bandaged with Saniderm (second skin), you should keep the bandage on for as long as you can- at least 2 hours, and up to a week. During this time, it's normal to see some fluid build up beneath the bandage, such as blood, ink, and plasma. (If the bandage begins to leak, you must remove the bandage and follow the standard aftercare instructions listed below.) After 7 days, remove the Saniderm bandage gently under warm running water or in the shower. Wash the tattoo with a mild, fragrance-free soap (such as the orange bottle of Dial). At this point, your tattoo should be well into the healing process or just about done with it- you can use an unscented lotion (such as Lubriderm) to keep the tattoo moisturized.

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If  your tattoo is bandaged with saran wrap- Leave  the bandage on for 2-3 hours. Wash your hands well with soap before touching your new tattoo.

After the bandage is removed, wash your tattoo with warm water and a mild, fragrance-free soap (such as Dial). Remove all existing A&D, blood, and lymph with your fingertips gently. Excess lymph will cause scabbing, and you want to minimize this as much as possible, so rub away the gooey fluid buildup. Only use clean hands to handle your tattoo.

Rinse and pat dry with a disposable paper towel. Wash tattoo twice a day (morning and night) until the tattoo is completely healed, which is once the tattoo has completed peeling. Do not over-wash, regular showering is fine. Do not submerge the tattoo for an extended amount of time until it has healed - this includes baths and swimming. Over the next few days the tattoo will become flaky, dry and tight. Use a fragrance-free  lotion 1-2 times a day in a very thin layer. Rub lotion in until it is fully absorbed into your skin. Do not over-moisturize. If a scab forms, it will be the color of the ink used. This does not mean the ink is going to fall out. Leave the scabs and let them fall out naturally. Do not pick or scratch the area. The tattoo may appear dull until it has completely healed - this is normal and will go away around the one-month mark of healing, though this can vary. Make sure to wear loose clothing over the area until healing is complete.

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If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at jannuzzitattoos@gmail.com !

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