tips on caring for your new tattoo

Keep your bandage (Suprasorb F) on for as long as your artists instructs you to (3 days ususally). Suprasorb F is a breathable and flexible polyurethane second skin film, creating a wound environment which promotes wound healing through gas and heat exchange. It provides reliable protection against outside influences and is not affected by washing or showering. Once applied, Suprasorb F may stay on the skin up for 5 days (120 hours).
Wearing Suprasorb F bondage no additional aftercare is needed.
Avoid soaking the tattoo. Quick shower is fine.
The tattoo may look blurry and durty being under the film, which is absolutely normal. All the liquids and ink collected under the bondage will be washed off when the film is removed.
Wear loose clothing that won’t rub on the tattoo.

Wash your hands thoroughly, and gently remove the dressing film:
- With washed hands, lift an edge and then, in stages, pull it parallel to the skin in the direction of hair growth. This stretches the dressing, releasing its hold. Pull off.
- After removing the film, wash the skin with lukewarm water and mild soap
- Use hypoallergenic, unscented soap
- Don’t let the tap water run directly onto your new tattoo; use your hands to gently scoop water onto the area.
- Let the tattoo air dry; don’t rub it with a towel.
After washing, gently pat the tattoo with a paper towel, and then let it air dry for 15 minutes.
Apply a thin layer of ointment of your choice (e.g. neutral fragrance free skin moisturizer, any tattoo aftercare lotion containing primarily natural products) 3-4 times per day for at least the first 7days.
Other than washing the tattoo, do not get it wet (no swimming!)
Some redness, swelling, and discomfort is normal.
- Consult a doctor if you experience the following symptoms:

■ Excessive drainage

■ Excessive bleeding

■ Excessive pain

■ Excessive swelling

■ Skin that is hot to touch

■ A temperature of higher than 38 degrees C

Wash your tattoo, following the instructions above, at least daily, more if you are in a hot or dirty environment.
Scabs will form on the tattoo, and it may be itchy or dry. Resist the temptation to scratch it or pick the scabs. Let your skin heal naturally.
Wash your hands before touching the tattoo.
Moisturize the tattoo using fragrance-free lotion, as needed.
Sun and prolonged time in water can damage your tattoo’s appearance, so cover your tattoo for the first 4 weeks to keep it out of direct sunlight.
Avoid going to the sauna and swimming or soaking in a bathtub for the first few weeks.
In the first week, minor swelling and redness, as well as itching, are normal.

The tattoo will form a thin scab over it, and in a few days the scab will begin to flake off. DO NOT pick or scratch at the scab, just keep it clean and moist and the scabs will all fall off by themselves in about a week or two. Picking any of the scabs off will cause faded colour and damage to the skin.
Be particularly careful when washing your tattoo this week, as the peeling scabs may damage the tattoo.
Add additional moisturizer to help with the itching.
Wash your hands before touching the tattoo.
Protect your tattoo from the sun and from prolonged water exposure.
Avoid shaving over tattoo. When all the scabs fall off and the skin feels smooth again to the touch, it is all healed and you can shave over it again.

Once your tattoo has healed, it is alright to expose it to the sun. Be sure to apply sunscreen, as the skin may still be tender.
Continue to moisturize regularly to keep your tattoo looking its best.