Keep the second skin bandage on for the first 24 hours. Your bandage may fill up with plasma, this is normal. If the second skin has popped or is leaking, please remove as soon as possible so debris and bacteria doesn't enter the bandaged area. After 24 hours, or if the second skin has popped or is leaking, remove the bandage with clean hands, slowly pulling the bandage parallel to the skin. Avoid peeling the second skin up and away from your tattoo. Wash your new tattoo with lukewarm water and unscented liquid soap. Pat dry with a clean paper towel and let dry completely. Apply a new second skin bandage if desired and leave in place for an additional 3-5 days.
After 3-5 days, remove the second bandage and repeat the cleansing process. Once completely dry, apply a very thin layer of light unscented lotion with clean hands. Avoid heavy lotions or ointments while your new tattoo is healing to allow skin to breathe. Once the bandage is off, repeat this cleansing and moisturizing process twice a day until your tattoo is completely healed.
Take it easy during the initial healing process. Many factors can effect how your tattoo heals. Avoid heavy sweating or strenuous activities while second skin is in place. You may take quick showers with the second skin bandage on but avoid swimming and taking baths until tattoo is fully healed. During the healing process your tattoo may flake. Please refrain from picking, peeling or scratching at your tattoo. Please stay out of the sun until tattoo is healed.
When your tattoo is all healed up, I recommend using a gentle exfoliant and moisturizer on your tattoo daily to keep it looking fresh, and most importantly always apply an SPF when tattoo is exposed to the sun!
If you have any questions or concerns about your healing process, please dont hesitate to reach out.