After Care

Good aftercare is the single most important thing you can do to protect your tattoo. While it is healing; NEVER touch your tattoo or piercing without first washing your hands with a mild, liquid antibacterial soap.

Brief Description of the Tattoo and Piercing Procedure:

Tattoo: The tattoo process starts with a consultation to finalize the design and placement. The area is then cleaned, sometimes shaved, and disinfected. A stencil of the design may be applied to the skin as a guide. The tattoo artist uses a machine equipped with needles to inject ink into the skin's second layer, the dermis, creating the artwork.

Piercing: For a piercing, after the initial consultation regarding placement and jewelry choice, the area is cleaned and marked. A sterile needle is then used to puncture the skin, and specific jewelry is inserted into the hole.

Precautions to be Taken by Customer Before Tattoo or Piercing Procedure:

Ensure you are hydrated and have eaten a balanced meal to prevent dizziness.

Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and blood-thinning medications like aspirin (unless prescribed) for 24 hours prior to the procedure.

Get adequate rest the night before to help your body handle the stress and healing process.

Wear appropriate clothing that provides easy access to the area being worked on.

Description of Risks and Consequences of the Procedure:

Bleeding: A common immediate response due to needle puncture.

Bruising and Swelling: Typically occurs around the tattoo or piercing site.

infection Signs/Symptoms: Includes redness, excessive swelling, tenderness, warmth, pus, or a foul odor.

Irritation and Pain: Usually immediate and can vary in intensity based on location and individual pain tolerance.

Scarring: Can occur as a result of improper care or healing.

Allergic Reaction: Rare, but possible reaction to ink, jewelry (nickel), or aftercare products.

Instructions for Care and Restrictions Following Tattoo or Piercing Procedure:

Keep the area clean by gently washing with fragrance-free soap and water.
Avoid touching the tattoo or piercing unnecessarily.
Do not submerge the tattoo in water (no swimming or soaking) until it is fully healed.
Keep the tattoo covered with a breathable bandage as advised by the artist.
Avoid sun exposure and apply an SPF when the tattoo is healed to prevent fading.
For piercings, regularly clean with saline solution and rotate the jewelry to prevent it from adhering to the skin.

Restrictions Against Tattooing or Piercing Minors:

Minors are generally not allowed to get tattoos or piercings without parental consent, depending on local laws. Some areas have specific age limits even with consent.

Consent and Record-Keeping Protocol:

Customers must sign a consent form acknowledging receipt and understanding of all risks and care instructions before proceeding with the tattoo or piercing.
The operator will also sign the form to confirm that the discussion took place.
The original signed consent form is kept on file, complying with local health regulations.
A copy of the consent form is provided to the customer upon request.

These procedures and guidelines ensure that both the client and the studio adhere to the highest standards of safety and professionalism, helping to ensure a successful and satisfying tattoo or piercing experience.

ESTIMATED HEALING TIME

ESTIMATED HEALING TIMEEveryone heals at a different rate. Generally, you can expect your tattoo to heal completely within two months. The surface of the tattoo should heal within two to three weeks.

TIPS FOR SANIDERM AFTERCARE

For best results leave the SANIDERM on for 3 days. Do not fully submerge or soak in water. You may shower as normal and pat dry. Plasma may be released from the skin under the SANIDERM; this is normal and is not a cause for concern.When removing SANIDERM

concern.When removing SANIDERM clean with antibacterial soap, DO NOT scrub. Pat dry with a clean, disposable paper towel. Until the surface of the tattoo is healed (at a minimum of two to three weeks), wash the area gently two to three times per day.

After cleaning the tattoo during this healing period, gently apply a thin coat of lotion-based care product. Avoid products with scents and antibiotic ointments such as Neosporin and Bacitracin. We recommend an After Ink Tattoo Moisturizer such as Skin-Deep Tattoo Aftercare. Gently rub the product into the tattoo area. DO NOT allow the area to dry but NEVER apply more than a thin layer of aftercare product at one time. Over-saturation of the product can interfere with healing.

CAUTION

until the surface of your tattoo is fully healed, DO NOT expose your tattoo to chlorine pools, hot tubs, lake or ocean water, direct sunlight, tanning bed lights or other harsh conditions and chemicals. DO NOT pick at scabs or scratch you tattoo.

Tips for Saniderm Tattoo Aftercare

For best results, ensure that the skin is in a neutral position. Step 5 Remove the plastic backing, leaving only Saniderm on the skin. Step 6 Wear the first bandage for 8-24 hours, depending on how much the tattoo weeps. Remove the first Saniderm bandage, clean with antibacterial soap and dry the area, and then apply a second bandage and keep that on for the next 48-72 hrs

Other Aftercare Methods

Estimated Healing Time

Everyone heals at a different rate. Generally, you can expect your tattoo to heal completely within two months. The surface of the tattoo should heal within two to three weeks.

What Do I Need to Do?

Good aftercare is the single most important thing you can do to protect your tattoo. While it is healing, NEVER touch your tattoo without first washing your hands with a mild, liquid antibacterial soap

Initially, leave your bandage on for 1-3 hours. After removing the bandage in a clean environment, gently wash the tattooed area with warm water and an antibacterial soap. Do not scrub. Pat dry with a clean, disposable paper towel.

Until the surface of the tattoo is healed (at a minimum of two to three weeks), wash the area gently 2-3 times per day. After cleaning the tattoo during this two to three week period, gently apply a thin coat of a lotion-based care product. We recommend After Inked tattoo moisturizer and aftercare lotion. Gently rub the product into the tattoo area. DO NOT allow the area to dry but NEVER apply more than a thin layer of aftercare product at one time. Over-saturation of the product can interfere with healing.

Caution

Until the surface of your tattoo is fully healed, DO NOT expose your tattoo to chlorine pools, hot tubs, lake or ocean water, direct sunlight, tanning bed lights or other harsh conditions and chemicals. DO NOT pick at scabs or scratch your tattoo.