TATTOO AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
SECOND SKIN
After 8-24 hours, depending on the amount of blood & plasma build up (if there is no visible build up, it is not necessary or recommended to change the bandage), remove the first second skin bandage that was applied by the artist. For best results slowly remove in the shower/underwater. Next, gently clean the area with a mild unscented soap and use paper towel to pat dry.
Once the tattoo and surrounding area are clean and completely dry, carefully remove the white backing paper on the new piece of second skin. Ensure the area is in a natural and relaxed position then apply. Once the new second skin bandage is applied and smoothed over, remove the patterned/shiny hard top.
Second skin bandages can be worn for up to 5 days. Afterwards, continue your healing with Atticus Tattoo approved Ohana aftercare cream and follow instructions until your tattoo is 100% healed (approx. 3 weeks). Apply Ohana as needed (dry or itchy) 1-2 times daily with clean hands. A tattoo is an open wound, keeping it clean and safe from bacteria is crucial.
DO NOT:
● Do not itch, pick at, or tear off scabs.
● Do not over hydrate tattoo with aftercare cream or unscented lotions.
● Do not apply scented lotions or medicated ointments such as polysporin during healing.
● Do not use a bath towel to dry tattoo after cleaning (bacteria).
● Do not swim, hot tub or soak for a minimum of three weeks.
● Do not exercise causing sweat build up while using the second skin bandage.
● Do not apply any additional bandaging after the second skin process has been completed.
● Do not tan or expose tattoo to direct sunlight until fully healed.
● Do not wear tight clothing that may irritate the tattoo during healing.
● We strongly recommend applying sunblock to HEALED tattoos to prevent fading.
● It is strongly advised to NOT drink alcohol for 24 Hours after getting a tattoo as it thins your blood and can affect the healing of your tattoo.
TRADITIONAL
Leave the traditional bandage applied on for 3-5 hours or as otherwise recommended by the artist. Immediately after removing the bandage, gently clean the area with a mild unscented soap and use paper towel to pat dry. A tattoo is an open wound, keeping it clean and safe from bacteria is crucial.
Throughout the healing process, Atticus Tattoo approved Ohana aftercare cream can be applied as needed (dry or itchy) 1-2 times daily with clean hands. Follow instructions until your tattoo is 100% healed (approx. 3 weeks).
Use only Atticus Tattoo recommended tattoo aftercare instructions.
DO NOT:
● Do not itch, pick at, or tear off scabs.
● Do not over hydrate tattoo with aftercare cream or unscented lotions.
● Do not apply scented lotions or medicated ointments such as polysporin during healing.
● Do not use a bath towel to dry tattoo after cleaning (bacteria).
● Do not swim, hot tub or soak for a minimum of three weeks.
● Do not apply any additional bandaging after the initial bandage has been removed.
● Do not tan or expose tattoo to direct sunlight until fully healed.
● Do not wear tight clothing that may irritate the tattoo during healing.
● We strongly recommend applying sunblock to HEALED tattoos to prevent fading.
● It is strongly advised to NOT drink alcohol for 24 Hours after getting a tattoo as it thins your blood and can affect the healing of your tattoo.
PIERCING AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
Wash your hands thoroughly before cleaning or touching your piercing. A piercing is an open wound, keeping it clean and safe from bacteria is crucial.
Spray piercing with H2Ocean piercing aftercare twice a day and gently remove build up with a Q-tip. Once clean, dry the area well with sterile non-woven gauze or using the cold setting on a hairdryer (moisture can lead to bacteria).
Check jewelry for tightness twice per day. Avoid touching your piercing unnecessarily.
DO NOT:
● Do not over clean the piercing.
● Do not remove jewelry until the piercing has healed as it will begin to close immediately (can take several months depending on the piercing).
● Do not use chemicals such as alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, Neosporin, Bactine or soap to clean the piercing as these products could cause irritation.
● Do not swim, hot tub or soak.
● Do not put makeup, moisturizers or perfumes directly on the piercing.
● Do not turn or rotate the piercing during the healing process.
● Do not pull or pick at dried matter as it is attached to the healing tissue.
● In the shower, try to keep soaps or shampoos away from the area and rinse thoroughly after.
● Do not aggravate the piercing. Be cautious while washing and styling your hair, putting on or removing clothing, and refrain from sleeping on the piercing.
FRECKLE TATTOOS AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
Careful post-treatment care is required to achieve the best results. Remember that in many cases, a certain amount of uneven colour is to be expected in the different areas of the face. For this there is then the possibility for a post-treatment. Also remember that the colour will be darker/stronger immediately after treatment, but will soften and lighten by about 30% during the healing process. Touch ups are not done for at least 4 weeks to allow the skin to heal as well as possible. Annual colour touch-up treatments are recommended approximately every 12 months to keep pigmentation looking fresh. Oily skin may require colour refreshing sooner than 12 months, as the natural sebum causes the pigment to fade faster than dry or normal skin. This is a guideline, and depending on lifestyle and skin type, refreshing may be required sooner or later than recommended.
Please read through the following instructions and refer to them as needed:
● Try not to sleep on your face.
● Do not touch the open wound with dirty hands!
● Carefully wipe off any lymph fluid that may come out with a moistened cotton pad for the first 24 hours.
● Swelling is normal and will subside within 3-36 hours. If this is not the case you probably have an allergic reaction to the pigment or lidocaine, please contact your family doctor.
● From day 2 (24-48 hours after appointment) wash the area carefully with ph-neutral soap/cleansing gel every morning and evening and dab the area dry afterwards (do not rub!).
● Avoid moisture and thus swelling of the skin: water through long showers, heavy sweating through sports or sauna/steam baths will cause the wound to swell and not scab properly.
● Friction should be avoided until the area has peeled on its own.
● Do not apply make-up as long as there are still scabs on the freckles, avoid peelings and strong cleansers during this time, a light moisturizer is allowed (less is more!).
● Avoid sun/ UV radiation (solarium, etc.) for the next 14 days, as the “young” skin still offers little protection against the sun and could be prone to pigmentation spots. In the long run, you can protect your cosmetic tattoo daily with sunscreen that has a high SPF. Prolonged sun exposure will make your freckles fade faster.
● Avoid retinal, chemical peelings (AHA/BHA, fruit acid, vitamin C, etc.) at least for 4 weeks and in the long term to benefit from a long-lasting result. Mechanical peelings also make the tattoo fade faster. If you are planning to have a chemical peel, MRI scan, and/or other medical procedure, please inform the doctor/treatment provider that you have a semi-permanent tattoo.
● Avoid laser treatments (hair removal) directly over the treated area (laser, Fraxel, IPL) as they can destroy the pigment particles and even cause burns.
● Some itching is normal. Do not pick at or scratch the treated area. This may cause the colour to heal unevenly, and there is a risk of scarring and infection.
● Please do not wear makeup during the healing phase! Removing makeup can rub off the scab, resulting in a light and blotchy result.
● Do not expose the treated area to direct sun, tanning beds, hot tubs, saunas, salt water, chlorinated pools, direct shower spray, hot water, skin creams and/or ointments not recommended for treatment for the first two weeks after treatment.
In the first days the following symptoms may appear:
- Tenderness, swelling and redness (mild)
- Scabbing and spotting
- Dryness and itching in the treated area
For any questions or concerns please contact us at
403-719-6661
atticustattoo@gmail.com
If serious concerns arise, seek medical attention
