1. Remove bandage after 24 hours and apply a new bandage, please refer to  “How To Apply Second Skin” after completing steps 2 and 3. If you have reapplied a new bandage after 24hrs, you can leave the bandage on for 4-7 days maximum.

OR

Remove bandage after 4 days, IF the bandage stays clean and isn’t overtly saturated after the 24hr period.

2. If possible remove bandage in shower. Unscented soap and water will help while removing. This specific bandage does not absorb anything so there will be ink/liquids that build inside. Start by carefully lifting the edge of one of the bottom corners. Gently pull down and stretch the bandage so it lifts off the skin.

3. Wash tattoo with unscented soap, removing the ink/liquids that have to come to the surface. Pat dry with clean lint free towel or paper towel.

4. After the bandage is removed, your tattoo will not be fully healed. You will want to wash the tattoo 2-3 times a day with unscented soap. Most people experience peeling after taking the bandage off and will likely happen soon after the bandage is removed (1-2 days). Use a small amount of unscented lotion when dry/flaking to hydrate and suppress itching

5. The tattoo should be fully healed within 3-4 weeks.

DO NOT pick scabs, scratch, soak (NO swimming, baths, saunas, hot tubs etc.). Avoid sun exposure (no sunscreen till fully healed) shield from sun and wear loose clothing around the tattoo. ONLY USE UNSCENTED FRAGRANCE FREE PRODUCTS DURING THE HEALING PROCESS

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to direct message me on instagram @sarahebi or by email sarahebi.tattoo@gmail.com

PLEASE NOTE:

• If the bandage is compromised, ie the tattoo is exposed, please remove and refer to healing without second skin

• You don’t want to keep reapplying and removing the bandages as it can disrupt the healing process and irritate the skin

• The bandage is relatively water resistant so showering is not an issue. Try not to let water directly hit the tattoo. The bandage is not waterproof, don’t fully submerge the tattoo (ie. no baths or swimming etc.)

• Some people experience sensitivities or allergic reactions with these bandages

• Sometimes in high movement areas, ie elbows, arm pits etc, you experience redness surrounding the bandage. If so remove it and refer to healing without second skin

• Do not recommend to heal with second skin in the summer, due to sweat and heat. It is better to heal without, to avoid infections and irritation.

• If exercising, recommend to not heal with second skin. Having access to properly clean the tattoo is important. Recommend to not exercise for the first 4 days at minimum, until it reaches the dry flaky stage. Be sure to keep the area clean and avoid unnecessary contact with surfaces. This is at your own risk.

1. Remove bandage 4 hours after the appointment if second skin was NOT used, remove bandage after 24 hours if second skin was used (refer to healing with second skin, step 2 and 3 for removal)

2. Clean tattooed area with unscented soap, there will be ink/fluids that come to surface. Dry tattoo with clean lint free towel or paper towel

3. The next day and onward you will be cleaning your tattoo about 2-3 times day

4. For the first few days you will JUST be cleaning the tattoo, but if you find your skin is feeling tight or irritated you can use vitamin e ointment (must be an ointment) IMPORTANT only apply a very small amount as you don’t want it to be sitting on top of the skin

5. When you hit day 3-4 +, your skin will start to be dry, flaky and itchy. You can start using a small amount of unscented moisturizer after washing and drying. No ointments at this point.

6. 2nd- 3rd week the tattoo might start peeling again continue to moisturize and clean.

7. By week 3-4 your tattoo should fully healed

DO NOT pick scabs, scratch, soak (NO swimming, baths, saunas, hot tubs etc.). Avoid sun exposure (no sunscreen till fully healed) shield from sun and wear loose clothing around the tattoo. ONLY USE UNSCENTED FRAGRANCE FREE PRODUCTS DURING THE HEALING PROCESS

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to direct message me on instagram @sarahebi or by email sarahebi.tattoo@gmail.com

PLEASE NOTE:

• Please ensure hands are throughly cleaned before touching tattoo

• Be careful of clothing and bedsheets, within the first few days of being tattooed. It is normal for some ink and fluid to leak from the tattoo during the first few days of healing

• Some people choose to rewrap the tattoo for the first night, please get in contact for recommendations and advice. Do not rewrap beyond the first night.

• Try to pat with clean paper towel, if excess fluid is leaking from the tattoo in the first 4-48hrs, especially if fully saturated or colour to avoid heavy scabbing

• If exercising, recommend to not exercise for the first 4 days at minimum, until it reaches the dry flaky stage. Be sure to keep the area clean and avoid unnecessary contact with surfaces. This is at your own risk.

• High movement areas like elbows, elbow ditches, knees, and knee ditches take longer to heal, due to high movement and sensitivity

• Please ensure hands are throughly cleaned before application. If someone else is applying it, disposable gloves should be worn for protection and hygiene

• Cut bandage to fit the size of the tattoo, ensuring there is an adequate border around the entire area

• Make sure the tattoo is dry and clean before placing bandage on. DO NOT apply any ointments or creams or the bandage will not adhere to the skin properly

• Peel off the white backing of the bandage, there should be a perforated edge to assist with removal. Ensure the adhesive side remains attached to the clear film.

• Apply the bandage over the tattoo, making sure the area is fully covered. Press gently to ensure it adheres properly to the skin

• Carefully remove the clear top layer using the blue guide line, if present, or peel from one of the corners making sure not to remove the bandage while doing so

• Avoid trapping air bubbles underneath; if any appear, gently push them toward the edge of the bandage

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to direct message me on instagram @sarahebi or by email sarahebi.tattoo@gmail.com

Unscented Soap

• Dove Sensitive Skin fragrance free, hypoallergenic bar soap

• Dr. Bronners pure castle soap unscented for sensitive skin

• Hustle Bubbles Tattoo Unscented Soap to heal and clean tattoos & piercings

Ointment

• Webbers Vitamin E ointment

• Life brand vitamin E ointment

• Hustle Butter Tattoo Aftercare tattoo balm, heal+protects

Moisturizer

• La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+M triple-action balm, anti-itching, repairing and immediate soothing

• Glysomed Hand Cream Fragrance Free hydrates and repairs, fast absorbing

• First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydartion, skin protectant with colloidal oatmeal

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to direct message me on instagram @sarahebi or by email sarahebi.tattoo@gmail.com