Tattoo Aftercare
Remove Tagaderm medical bandage after two to three full days after application. To remove, hold tattoo under running warm (not hot) water, like in the shower, and peel from one corner to the other carefully.
If Tagaderm bandage penetrates, leaks, or peels off before the completion of the wet-healing process, remove as soon as possible.
Once bandage is removed, wash gently with antibacterial soap and pat dry with a clean towel. Moisturize tattoo with a thin layer of perfume-free body lotion or aftercare ointment e.g. Aquaphor.
For the first day, wash twice and moisturize every two to three hours. Each day after up to three weeks, moisturize two to three times a day to prevent dryness. Do not over-moisturize. Do not allow tattoo to soak in water (baths, pools, hot tubs, etc).
Do not pick at any scabbing that occurs. Do not scratch any itch on the tattoo. This may cause the tattoo to heal blurred, faded, or not at all.
When exposed to sunlight, it is best to apply sunscreen to the tattoo.
Never hesitate to contact me with any questions regarding tattoo health!