Tagaderm / Second skin

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   You will keep this type of adhesive bandage on for 4-6 days (we recommend 4 days), unless it becomes compromised, irritated or excessive redness occurs around the edges. If it does become compromised (soaked in water, dirtied, lifting a lot) please don’t hesitate to contact Nicole via text at 425-377-3080 directly.

yes, shower as normal, but be aware that your bandage should be sealed before getting in. However you cannot take baths. You don’t need to worry about the bandage getting wet during your shower.

we do not recommend or cannot guarantee your artwork if you take a bath or getting a hot tub. It will potentially cause damage to your freshly done tattoo. And can be hazardous causing the growth of bacteria resulting  in infection. Do not submerge your tattoo even for washing dishes in the kitchen sink.

 You may experience some redness around the tattoo where the bandage was applied to the un-tattooed skin. This is also completely normal and may occur with any type of medical adhesive. Gently lift any edges of that area and trim it back with scissors But do not go as far as exposing the fresh tattoo.

The tattoo naturally exudes plasma and excess ink during the initial healing process. We call this weeping. Since the bandage is impermeable, that means the plasma will be trapped inside the bandage. Don’t panic and it looks gross. Do not worry. The ink is not falling out, smearing or ruining the tattoo. It is possible that the buildup may dry out inside the bandage, looks smeared, cracked or blurred. Once again this is not a concern. Monitor the bandage a couple times a day to check that it hasn’t been compromised, and watch for signs of possible infection: extreme swelling, excessive heat accompanied by redness. If any of these symptoms are present contact Nicole via text  425-377-3080.

no, we do not request that you do that and would have provided that information in advance. We believe that applying to target or in one time is sufficient enough and causes less trauma to the skin. 

 we recommend that you take a few days off from the gym. However you can alternate your workouts. Ffor example if you just received an arm tattoo you can possibly do a leg day or vice versa if you had your leg tattooed you can do an upper body day. Keep a watchful eye that you don’t perspire so much that you caused the bandage to fill up with sweat

your tattoo takes on average 5days to 2 weeks to heal superficially

 Redness and swelling varies from person to person however I would anticipate on average it lasts between 2 to 4 days and can be sensitive to the touch. This is completely normal if anything seems abnormal please text me ASAP at 425-377-3080.

It varies person to person , but on average 2-4 days. We recommend that you take Tylenol to alleviate any discomfort you may have . You may also be able to ice it.

this is completely normal as well and can be considered a heat rash and or just irritation from the session. It should clear up after it heals. If you see red marks on the edge of the Tegaderm just lift the edge up and trim it back so it doesn’t cause further irritation in those areas. 

it wont harm anything. it may just prolong healing  and be more scabby.

The shower is the ideal place to remove your bandage. Running water will help loosen the adhesive and relax the skin, making the removal much more comfortable. Dry removal of your bandage may cause added discomfort and added trauma to the skin. Find an edge of the bandage and pull it back over itself in the direction of hair growth while holding your skin taut (Do not pull it straight up away from the skin). Or you may be able to stretch the bandage to where it gently lips itself as you stretch it off your skin. Remove carefully in the shower. Wash thoroughly using the soap we provided you. Rinse, pat dry with a clean towel. Air dry and spritz the witch hazel spray with LApply fragrance free lotion. Do not re-bandage. Wash once or twice daily for around a week or until fully healed. You may also use witch hazel, lotion as needed, when skin feels dry or tight. Tattoo may or may not peel and may be itchy but if so, minimal in comparison to traditional bandaging. Avoid sunlight, submerging in water, touching or scratching.

• If there is adhesive residue leftover on the skin, or the adhesive is not loosening enough with water,.coconut oil can be helpful for removal. 
• Once the film is removed it is completely normal for the bandage to have residue from the plasma and residual ink look like the death mask of your tattoo on the bandage. Your tattoo ink didn’t fall out or come off with the bandag

Yes that is completely normal! I call it a death mask from your tattoo. It is completely normal and only residual ink from the surface of the skin. It is also normal for your tattoo to look flaky and dry, also like it lost color but once you wash it and re-hydrate your skin it will bounce right back in the next few days.

We provide one complementary touchup per Tattoo. A touchup is Touching up any of the artwork that we have done where it is necessary. This does not include adding any additional artwork. It can be done at a minimum of two weeks after your last session, however it is best to wait till around the 3 to 4 month range. That way we can see how the tattoo has aged a little bit and be able to really see what should be addressed. It is not necessary, but encouraged. we do not guarantee any complementary touchups after six months anything after six months will be charged a shop minimum fee of $75 per hour.

if you did not receive the long-term adhesive bandage called tagaderm or second skin follow the simple instructions below please . If you are unsure which bandage you received, please contact Nicole at 425-377-3080.
Leave your bandage on for a minimum of 2 hours! No longer than 12 hours. This is very important, your skin needs time to “close”. It is best for your skin to be protected from the environment while this happens. All those tiny holes in your skin must fill with white blood cells so it can grow together and start rebuilding the epidermis. You may feel pressure to show your friends or family but they can wait, and so can you. If you sleep with your pets, we recommend you leave the bandage on overnight.

Wash your tattoo as directed once a day.  You can follow up with the witch hazel spray if provided and apply a THIN layer of  your ointment, so that it is absorbed completely by your skin. Too much lotion and ointment will suffocate your tattoo. A thin layer is all you need. This allows your tattoo to still breathe during its healing process.

NO! we do not recommend or cannot guarantee your artwork. This can contaminate and in fact your tattoo. NEVER soak your new tattoo in a bath, hot tub, river, lake or pool. Wait at least 2 weeks to do so as healing times vary  person to person.. When washing your tattoo in the shower, keep it away from shampoo and conditioner, or rinse thoroughly after contact. These all have chemicals in them that you do not want in contact with your fresh tattoo during the first stages of healing. When showering, your tattoo is the last thing to wash and the first thing to pat dry with a clean, soft towel.

with the traditional method it can take up to 2 weeks to heal superficially

 Redness and swelling varies from person to person however I would anticipate on average it lasts between 2 to 4 days and can be sensitive to the touch. This is completely normal if anything seems abnormal please text me ASAP at 425-377-3080.

It varies person to person , but on average 2-4 days. We recommend that you take Tylenol to alleviate any discomfort you may have . You may also be able to ice it.

we recommend that you take a few days off from the gym. However you can alternate your workouts. Ffor example if you just received an arm tattoo you can possibly do a leg day or vice versa if you had your leg tattooed you can do an upper body day. Keep a watchful eye that you don’t perspire so much that you caused the bandage to fill up with sweat 

This is normal and NEVER PICK YOUR SCABS! You can smack it if needed to alleviate the itch. Scratching can pull ink right out of your skin. Allow the scabs to fall off naturally. Do not exfoliate. After the scabs are gone, you will have a new layer of skin underneath. Your tattoo may look dull or faded during this process, that is OK, in another week or so this layer of skin will heal and your new tattoo will regain its vibrancy as the skin continues to heal.

•   Your tattoo will itch; itching is a sign of healing. As we know its hard to resist, DO NOT SCRATCH IT. Scratching will damage the tattoo, cause scaring and ruin the healing skin. Try either lightly rubbing it, or a quick slap to stop the itching, if necessary.

Do NOT use Neosporin or antibiotic ointment on your new tattoo, the majority of shops agree it can pull the tattoo pigment out of your skin during healing. If at some point you get your tattoo dirty and it turns red around the edges, you may want to see a medical professional and they may use it to fight an infection, regardless of the damage it could cause to your tattoo. •    Please avoid direct contact with animals / pets on your tattooed area . If you have pets make sure your hands and ensure they are clean before touching your fresh tattoo. Animal hair and skin can carry bacteria, and or the dander can cause lots of irritation and even potentially cause your tattoo to be susceptible to infection. 

We provide one complementary touchup per Tattoo. A touchup is Touching up any of the artwork that we have done where it is necessary. This does not include adding any additional artwork. It can be done at a minimum of two weeks after your last session, however it is best to wait till around the 3 to 4 month range. That way we can see how the tattoo has aged a little bit and be able to really see what should be addressed. It is not necessary, but encouraged. we do not guarantee any complementary touchups after six months anything after six months will be charged a shop minimum fee of $75 per hour.