aftercare instructions

Basics

• First of all, listen to your body and what it needs.

• Take DermaShield / bandage off after 3-5 days. 

• Peel bandage in shower with soapy water from top to bottom in the direction of the growth of your hair 

• Once bandage is removed, wash gently with unscented antibacterial soap. I recommend unscented Dr. Bronners or unscented Dial soap. A little does the trick. No need to scrub, just gently wash. 

• Pat dry with a clean paper towel or let air dry. 

• Put a thin layer of unscented lotion. I recommend Lubriderm or Dr. Bronner’s unscented salve. You can also use tattoo salves, coconut oil, jojoba oil or cocoa butter for moisturizing in the long term. 

• Moisturize 2-3x a day until healed, about 2-3 weeks from getting your tattoo. 

• Continue to moisturize for 6 months-1 year for optimum healing. 

Important Reminders 

1. No soaking for a minimum of 2 weeks, 3 to be safe. 

2. No sun for 2 weeks, sunscreen can be applied after 2 weeks. 

3. No working out/sweating when DermaShield / bandage is on. 

4. The DermaShield / bandage is water resistant, but I recommend quick showers for the days that you have the bandage on. 

5. Healing process may take 2-6 weeks. Scabbing or peeling may occur — do not pick at scabs or peeling skin. 

6. Consult a physician at the first sign of an adverse reaction (i.e., swelling, infection, illness, allergic reaction or disease).