+ I GOT A HYPAFIX BANDAGE, WHEN CAN I TAKE IT OFF?

Day 1

Keep the bandage on for 3-5 days depending on what your artist suggests. If you notice redness around the outer edges of the bandage, remove immediately. It may signal that your skin is sensitive to adhesives. Read 2nd Day for removal instructions.

Day 2

To remove, take a warm shower and allow the bandage to soak until the end. Carefully peel from one edge of the bandage back onto itself; do not peel it up and away from the rest of the bandage. Remove very slowly and patiently.

*coconut oil or olive oil can help remove if it is extremely difficult to remove. But

+ I GOT A REGULAR BANDAGE, WHEN CAN I TAKE IT OFF?

Remove the bandage once your home and have read the following:

Once removed, wash your tattoo. Lather up your choice of unscented soap (like Dove) and gently pat on the suds thoroughly.

Rinse with lukewarm/cool water.

Gently pat dry with a new sheet of paper towel.

Use an unscented lotion only if it feels dry and tight. If it feels normal, lotion is not needed.

Wear clothing that allows your tattooed skin to breathe.

Sleep at a reasonable time.

+ WHAT IS THE 3RD DAY CARE ONCE YOUR BANDAGE IS REMOVED? (SAME CARE FOR HYPAFIX AND REGULAR BANDAGE)

Repeat the following washing routine on the 3rd day:

Lather up your choice of unscented soap (like Dove) and gently pat on the suds thoroughly.

Rinse with lukewarm/cool water, It can be in the shower or over a sink; no direct jet spray.

Gently pat dry with a new sheet of paper towel.

Use an unscented lotion only if it feels dry and tight. If it feels normal, lotion is not needed.

Wear clothing that allows your tattooed skin to breathe.

Wear clean loose clothing that does not irritate the skin. The more your skin is allowed to breathe, the better.

Repeat the washing routine before sleeping.

By the 3rd day you may feel a dry scabbing film encase over your tattoo. You may start applying a thin layer of your choice of unscented lotion.

note: If you have never used this lotion before, please test it on a small area of skin. Wait an hour and if there is no reaction, you may apply it.

+ 3+ DAYS ONWARD CARE?

Repeat the same washing routine morning and evening:

Lather up your choice of unscented soap (like Dove) and gently pat on the suds thoroughly.

Rinse with lukewarm/cool water, It can be in the shower or over a sink; no direct jet spray.

Gently pat dry with a new sheet of paper towel.

Use an unscented lotion only if it feels dry and tight. If it feels normal, lotion is not needed.

Wear clothing that allows your tattooed skin to breathe.

Wear clean loose clothing that does not irritate the skin. The more your skin is allowed to breathe, the better.

Apply a thin layer of your unscented lotion when you feel it necessary. Always with clean hands.

Itchiness, flaking and peeling are normal and all part of the healing process.

You will instinctively know when your tattoo is healed. It becomes a part of your skin.

+ ANY BONUS CARE TIPS?

Good rest, low stress and a positive attitude really does wonders for your healing.

You can give your system a boost by taking a good quality vitamin C supplement.

For larger tattoos, taking a mini vacation to rest during the first 3 days is always nice to give your skin a head start.

Tattoos hate the sun. Cover up or apply SPF60 frequently once fully healed.

+ BIG NO NOS WITH THE HEALING PROCESS?

Do not excessively touch your tattoo outside of the cleaning routine. This also applies to others touching your tattoo while it is healing.

Avoid communal areas such as swimming pools, gyms, saunas, tanning salons etc. Your chances of an infection will greatly lessen.

Minimal sun exposure is best. Excessive sun is never good for your skin; tattooed or not.

Do not apply SPF during the healing process.

Do not pick, scratch, slap or peel the scabbing/flaky skin. Allow it to heal without interference.

+ HOW LONG WILL THE HEALING TAKE?

The tattoo will take approximately a week to be superficially healed, the skin will be intact again. If the tattoo requires touch ups please allow 4-6 weeks to ensure the skin has fully healed. However, everybody heals differently and this could be longer or shorter before your tattoo is fully healed.

It will be itchy while it heals; resist scratching at it as it can take off scabs and reopen the skin prolonging healing. Any questions, please contact us!

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