The care given to your tattoo during the first several days of its life is crucial.

INITIALLY

Keep bandage on tattoo for 8-12 hours, preferably overnight. Afterwards, remove bandage. If the bandage sticks, apply lukewarm water on the area and remove carefully.

Gently wash tattoo with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Be sure to remove all surface blood, ink and Vaseline. Lightly pat dry.

• Do not re-bandage tattoo.
• Do not apply Vaseline or petroleum jelly.
• Do not apply alcohol.
• Do not scrub or scratch tattoo.

DAILY CARE FOR YOUR TATTOO UNTIL IT IS HEALED

Apply minimal coats of lotion that contains no aloe or fragrance no more than twice a day. Be sure to wash tattoo thoroughly beforehand.

• Do not pick scab.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight for at least two weeks.
• Do not swim, soak in sauna, steam, or bath for at least one week(showering is OK).

After scab has fallen off there will be a period of adjustment for the new skin. Hand lotion should be generously applied.

BE SAFE, HAPPY HEALING, AND, MOST OF ALL, ENJOY YOUR NEW TATTOO.

DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL US WITH QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS.

YOUR FRIENDS AT BRAINDROPS

1324 HAIGHT ST.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94117
415.621.4162