AFTERCARE
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AFTERCARE 〰️
TATTOO AFTERCARE
HEALING WITH A TRADITIONAL BANDAGE
♥ Leave your absorbent bandage on overnight.
♥ In the morning, wash your hands with a liquid soap and then wash your unwrapped tattoo very well using just the pads of your hands, remove all of the ointment and any shiny plasma residue with your soap. The cleaner you get the tattoo during this first initial wash, the less it will scab.
♥ Blot gently (DO NOT RUB) with a clean paper towel, air dry.
♥ Apply a light layer of unscented lotion when it FEELS dry, tight or itchy
♥ Continue to cleanse the tattoo AM and PM for 7 days - apply lotion after each cleanse
If I sent you home with a piece of Derm Shield please read on
HEALING WITH DERM SHIELD
♥ Wash your hands
♥ Remove second skin if you are applying your second piece
♥ Wash your unwrapped tattoo very well using just the pads of your hands, remove all of the ointment and any shiny plasma residue with your soap. The cleaner you get the tattoo during this first initial wash, the less it will scab.
♥ Blot gently (DO NOT RUB) with a clean paper towel, air dry.
♥ Apply bandage - Remove white backing and place film over the tattoo - Make sure there is at least a half inch seal around all sides of the tattoo
♥ When it is secure, remove the top plastic layer with the print on it
♥ Smooth down the clear bandage firmly, some air bubbles/wrinkles are ok
♥ Leave on up to 5 DAYS - you can shower with the film on but swimming IS NOT recommended until your tattoo is healed
♥ IMPORTANT! If you experience redness or itching in areas under the film that are not tattooed (usually around the edges) remove immediately using the cleansing steps listed above
♥ IMPORTANT: Removing the second skin film should be like one of those Command strips with the pull tab: Pull slowly parallel to the tattoo and be patient while you stretch the material and it separates. Do this in the shower with soap and warm water and wash the tattoo off immediately.
♥ DO NOT RIP OR YANK OFF SECOND SKIN. DOING SO CAN COMPROMISE YOUR TATTOO
♥ Keep out of sunlight
♥ DO NOT ALLOW SWEAT TO COLLECT UNDER SECOND SKIN BANDAGE
ONCE YOUR BANDAGE HAS BEEN REMOVED
♥ Continue to cleanse the tattoo AM and PM for 7 days - apply lotion after each cleanse
♥ Apply a light layer of unscented lotion when it FEELS dry, tight or itchy
♥ Too much lotion can clog pores or create dermatitis - use sparingly
♥ If it comes into contact with germs and sweat wash accordingly
♥ Wear comfortable clothing that won’t chafe or rub
♥ Keep out of sunlight and do not swim in water until the last flakes or scabs are gone, could be up to two weeks
♥ Keep the tattoo clean and away from other people’s hands, pets, and other germs
LIP BLUSH AFTERCARE
Lip Blush Pre Care
In preparation for our appointment please follow this before care:
♥ NO alcohol 24 hours prior (this can cause bleeding and sensitivity)
♥ NO sunburns or laser on lip area 1 week prior
♥ You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding
♥ NO caffeine the day of (this can cause bleeding and sensitivity)
♥ NO blood thinners day of
♥ NO No working out day of
♥ If you suffer from cold sores you need to be taking acyclovir at least 3 days prior to your appointment and continue to take it 3 days after you get your procedure.
♥ NO Botox in lip area or lip filler/injections 3 weeks prior to procedure
♥ NO deep exfoliation at least two weeks prior to the appointment (ex. Chemical Peel)
♥ NO antibiotics at least 4 weeks prior
♥ NO opening, breakouts, or cuts/cracks around the lips
LIPBLUSH AFTERCARE
♥ Please change your pillowcase before you go to bed tonight
♥ NO application of any lip makeup for 7 days
♥ NO scratching, picking, biting, or licking the dr skin or chapped lip area
♥ NO super spicy foods for 24 hours
♥ NO foreign body fluids in or around the lips for 5 days
♥ NO kissing for 5 days (this includes your furry friends)
♥ NO activities that will cause extreme sweating for 5 days
♥ NO swimming pools, hot tubs, or other bodies of water for 5 days
♥ NO tanning or UV exposure for 7 days
♥ NO laser therapy on lips
♥ NO exfoliants or acids on the lips for 30 days
♥ NO massage or facials for 5 days
AREOLA AFTERCARE
Cleansing & Care
♥ After 24 hours, remove the bandages
♥ Limit wearing a tight bra for the first 48 hours to allow the area to breathe.
♥ Before touching or washing your tattoos, clean your hands thoroughly
♥ Wash your areolas before bed with lukewarm water and unscented soap or cleanser (NO BAR SOAP)
♥ Apply a thin layer of the provided aftercare OR an unscented lotion once area is clean
♥ Repeat the cleaning and aftercare process in the morning for 5 days
♥ Avoid over-saturating with aftercare balm or lotion, but don’t let the area become too dried out either.
♥ After 5 days, switch to using unscented lotion for the next 2 weeks, such as Lubriderm or Cetaphil.
What to Avoid During Healing:
♥ NO scented lotions or tanning lotions for 2 weeks.
♥ NO scratching, picking, or peeling any dry skin or flakiness.
♥ NO foreign body fluids away from the tattoo for 5 days.
♥ NO activities that cause extreme sweating for 5 days.
♥ NO swimming pools, hot tubs, or other bodies of water for 5 days.
♥ NO UV exposure, including tanning booths, for 5 days.
♥ NO exfoliants, retinol acids, glycolic acids, and alpha hydroxy acids on the area for 30 days after the appointment, as they can cause premature fading.
After Healing:
♥ Areola tattoos can last for many years, but the longevity depends on factors such as lifestyle, skin type, and aftercare.
♥ Apply sunscreen with an SPF of 50 or greater on the area if exposed to the sun or tanning beds.
♥ Avoid using chemical exfoliants on the areolas, as they can cause fading.
♥ Avoid laser treatments near the areola tattoo area, as some lasers may alter the ink color.
♥ Additional touch-ups may be required after a few years to maintain a fresh, bold, and beautiful look.
