Aftercare Guidelines - Derm Shield / Second Skin
Derm Shield
or
Second Skin bandages:
Step One: wait up to 48 hours then pull the edges of the bandage parallel to the body (like a command strip not a bandaid). Then take a hot shower, allowing the HOT water to run over the tattoo for 5 min. Wash gently with your hand. PAT dry or let air dry.
If you are using a second application of Derm Shield, wait one hour after washing your tattoo. Apply Derm Shield making certain there is about one extra inch of bandage around the tattoo to ensure a proper seal. Leave this second application of bandage on for no more than 5 days. Remove and wash again. Continue to Step Two.
Step Two: *THE NEXT DAY* use coconut oil OR fragrance-free lotion 2-3 X daily for TWO weeks or until there are no more scabs, flakes, or shiny layer.
Total healing time can take up to a month.
** If there is a fluid bubble under the bandage, leave it alone. Do not drain it.
** If the fluid leaks out, remove the bandage and refer to Step One
This bandage will not stick to the freshly tattooed skin, only to the skin around it. However it will begin to adhere if the fluid leaks out and the bandage is left on for longer than the recommended time frame.
While healing, DO NOT:
*go swimming or submerge your tattoo AT ALL (Showers are just fine)
*allow tattoo to be in direct sunlight OR GO TANNING.
*wear anything tight over tattoo (socks, bra or backpack strap, pants, etc,)
*pick, scratch, or itch
* Absolutely NO Neosporin, Vaseline, or A&D
If you have questions or concerns email me. I’m here to help you heal.
