AFTERCARE

1. Leave the Saniderm (plastic) bandage on for a minimum of 24 hours up to 5 Days (Regular bandage between 6 to 16 hours)
2. Wash your hands well then remove the bandage slowly under warm running water. 
3. Immediately after removing the bandage, gently wash your tattoo using only your fingertips, (do not use a facecloth, sponge etc, until the tattoo has completely healed) with an unscented soap and lukewarm water. Rinse the area thoroughly until all the ointment blood and/or plasma are removed .
4. Pat the tattoo dry with a clean towel – do not wipe or rub it dry.
5. Let your tattoo dry and rest until it starts feeling tight like a sunburn, then you may apply a very thin layer of unscented lotion (Aveeno, Lubriderm etc), rub it into the skin completely and pat away any excess remaining on the surface of the skin whenever you feel the tattoo is dry.

*Note! If your tattoo is still producing fluid, keep it clean and do not moisturize until it has stopped

6. Continue to treat your new tattoo this way for about 2-3 weeks, or until the tattoo has stopped flaking and is no longer dry and shiny.

*Always use fragrance-free, hypoallergenic soap and moisturizer when caring for a tattoo, as harsh chemicals and fragrances can irritate and even damage freshly tattooed skin.
*Never rebandage your tattoo unless directed to do so by your artist.
*While healing, cover the tattoo with clothing whenever it might be exposed to the sun.
*No using sunscreen on the tattoo until it has fully healed. Once it is fully healed, sunscreen can be used to protect it from fading.
*No picking at scabs or flakes as this can cause scar tissue to form.
*No soaking the tattoo (swimming, bathing etc) until the tattoo has healed. Showering is fine with limited water exposure. 

Aftercare may vary depending on the artists, please email the shop at unitytattoo@gmail.com if you have any quesitons.