Follow your artist's instructions. For the traditional bandage protocol used at Bonedaddys Tattoo, remove your bandage after approximately two hours.

Wash your hands first. Gently clean your tattoo with lukewarm water and mild, fragrance-free soap.

Avoid scrubbing or rubbing the tattoo while cleaning.

Gently pat the tattoo dry using a clean paper towel.

Never rub back and forth.

Apply a very thin layer of After Inked or a gentle, fragrance-free lotion as recommended by your artist.

Avoid applying excessive amounts of lotion or ointment.

Gently wash your tattoo two to three times daily, following your artist's instructions.

Reapply a small amount of fragrance-free moisturizer as needed.

Follow the specific instructions provided by your tattoo artist.

Saniderm and Recovery Derm Shield may have different application and wear-time instructions. Do not use the two-hour traditional bandage removal schedule.

A buildup of clear fluid, plasma, or excess ink beneath the adhesive film can occur during early healing.

If the bandage leaks, loses its seal, or exposes the tattoo, contact your artist for guidance.

Follow your artist's instructions and the specific product's removal directions.

Removal is generally easier under warm running water. Gently stretch the film back over itself, close to the skin, rather than pulling it straight upward.

Stop if removal causes significant pain or skin damage, and seek appropriate advice.

Adhesive films can sometimes cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.

If you develop significant itching, burning, blistering, or irritation, discontinue the adhesive and seek appropriate medical advice.

Contact your artist for guidance on continuing traditional aftercare once the film is removed.

Never pick scabs or pull away peeling skin. This can damage healing tissue and affect your tattoo's appearance.

Avoid swimming pools, hot tubs, baths, and other soaking until your tattoo has fully healed.

Healing time varies, and two weeks is not a guarantee that a tattoo is ready to be submerged.

Whenever possible, wear clean, loose-fitting clothing that does not rub against the healing tattoo.

Avoid direct sunlight and tanning while your tattoo heals.

Once fully healed, use broad-spectrum sunscreen to help protect your tattoo's appearance.

Some redness and tenderness can occur after tattooing.

Spreading redness, worsening pain, increasing swelling, pus, fever, or red streaking require prompt medical evaluation.

Do not wait for a response from the tattoo shop if you suspect an infection.