Tegaderm Bandage Aftercare

*I likely wrapped your tattoo in a bandage, if so please leave the bandage on for 4 full days

*On the 4th day remove the bandage. It is helpful to do this under running water. Pull the edge of the bandage towards you to peel it off. I don’t recommend pulling it away from your body as this will be more uncomfortable.

*Once you remove your bandage, wash your tattoo with lukewarm water and with antibacterial soap. An example of antibacterial soap is Gold Dial.

*Pat the tattoo dry with a clean paper towel and apply a thin layer of non-scented lotion. Examples include Lubriderm, Aveeno, Curel, Hustle Butter, and coconut oil.

*Repeat cleaning and moisturizing your tattoo 3 times a day for the next 1-2 weeks.

Traditional Aftercare

*Rarely, some people’s skin does not react well with Tegaderm. If this is the case follow below.

*I will wrap your tattoo in cling wrap, after about 3 hours remove that cling wrap and wash your tattoo with lukewarm water with antibacterial soap. An example of antibacterial soap is Gold Dial.

*Pat the tattoo dry with a clean paper towel and then apply a thin layer of Bacitracin or A&D ointment.

*If you wish you can wrap the tattoo in cling wrap for the first night and then remove immediately in the morning

*For the next two days, wash and reapply ointment at least three times a day, but more often if you are able.

*After two days use non scented lotion instead of ointment in your cleaning. Examples include Lubriderm, Aveeno, Curel, Hustle Butter, and coconut oil.

*Repeat cleaning and moisturizing your tattoo 3 times a day for the next 2 weeks.