AFTER CARE INSTRUCTIONS

(BODY PIERCING AFTER CARE)

AREA MUST BE KEPT CLEAN

FOR THE NEXT TWO WEEKS WASH ONCE A DAY WITH A LIQUID ANTIBACTERIAL SOAP. WASH HANDS THOROUGHLY WITH SOAP THEN APPLY A SMALL AMOUNT TO THE FINGERTIPS AND WORK TO LATHER. APPLY LATHER TO THE AREA AND PIERCING AND ROTATE JEWELRY THROUGH PIERCING SEVERAL TIMES. LET SIT FOR SEVERAL MINUTES RINSE THOROUGHLY IN THE SAME MANNER. IT IS BEST TO WASH PIERCING IN THE SHOWER. WASH THE PIERCING AS THE LAST THING YOU DO BEFORE FINISHING THE SHOWER SO THE WATER CAN RUN ON PIERCING FOR SEVERAL MINUTES TO LOOSEN UP TISSUE. THE PIERCING MAY PRODUCE A LYMPH DISCHARGE THIS WILL BE WHITE OR CLEAR AND MAY DRY TO A CRUSTY FORMATION ON THE PIERCING AND JEWELRY. SALT WATER CAN BE USED TO REMOVE IT.

MIX ¼ TEASPOON OF SALT IN A SMALL CUP OF WATER (DISTILLED OR SPRING) OR PREMIX ½ TEASPOON SALT IN A 8/10 OZ WATER BOTTLE. START UP JEWELRY SHOULD REMAIN IN FOR TWO TO THREE MONTHS BUT CAN BE CHANGED IF CHANGED BY A PIERCER IN TWO WEEKS.

ONLY USE JEWELRY FROM 316L STAINLESS STEEL, TITANIUM OR NIOBIUM. IT IS VERY STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU ONLY PURCHASE JEWELRY FROM A REPUTABLE PIERCING ESTABLISHMENT AS REPUTABLE SHOPS SELL QUALITY JEWELRY. AVOID MALL OUTLETS AS THE JEWELRY TENDS TO BE OF INFERIOR QUALITY AND IS ALSO BEING SOLD BY PEOPLE WITH NO KNOWLEDGE OF PIERCING OR METAL COMPATIBILITY.

(ORAL PIERCING AFTERCARE)

FOR THE NEXT TWO WEEKS CONSUME FOOD RINSE WITH AN ALCOHOL FREE ANTIBACTERIAL MOUTHWASH. AFTER SMOKING OR CONSUMING ANY BEVERAGE OTHER THAN WATER RINSE WITH DISTILLED OR BOTTLED WATER. SWELLING CAN BE EXPECTED FOR 24 TO 72 HOURS. ICE CAN BE USED TO KEEP THE SWELLING TO A MINIMUM. IBUPROFEN CAN ALSO BE HELPFUL TO REDUCE SWELLING, ESPECIALLY AT BED TIME (IF COMPATIBLE). IT IS RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PIERCER CHANGE START UP JEWELRY AFTER TWO WEEKS, AS START UP JEWELRY IS OVERSIZED TO ALLOW FOR SWELLING AND MAY BECOME UNCOMFORTABLE WHEN SWELLING RECEDES. IT IS ALSO RECOMMENDED TO CHECK JEWELRY BALLS FOR TIGHTNESS FROM TIME TO TIME(WASH HANDS FIRST).

TATTOO PROCEDURE AFTER CARE

It is required after you get a tattoo that you follow the instructions given to ensure your tattoo healing process will be successful. The following information is offered to you to provide a step-by-step process to follow in order for you to avoid infection or complications after receiving a tattoo. It is understood that, as a client, you may already have a method for aftercare that works for your skin type, known to you by previous experience with getting tattooed, and that's okay! Being consistent is very important, especially within the first few days of getting tattooed. As a reminder to you, keep the tattoo clean and moisturized! Follow the instructions below for the best results.

Saniderm instructions

If Saniderm was used: The bandage you have been given to cover your tattoo is breathable, waterproof, and hypoallergenic. It is important to leave the bandage on for a period of 3 days minimum, but should not be left on for more than 7 days. During this time, you are likely to see a bit of plasma/ink under the bandage; this is absolutely normal, don't worry! Once the tenderness is minimal to nonexistent you may then remove the bandage. To do so, run lukewarm water over the area and work one of the corners with an unscented antibacterial hand soap. Then continue to standard aftercare info below:

AFTER BANDAGE REMOVAL

1. Wash your tattoo under lukewarm water using an antibacterial soap. Do not use any abrasive materials such as washcloths, loofahs, or soap that has any granules in it.

2. Rinse well.

3. Let air dry for 10-15 minutes in a clean environment (away from furry friends and sticky kiddos!)

4. Apply a thin, light coat of a breathable ointment or unscented lotion.

Repeat this process at a minimum of 3 times a day, but do not exceed more than 5 times a day.

SOME NOTES & COMMON Q'S

Avoid over exposure of UV or sunlight, as these will cause an increased potential of ink fading. Do not over moisturize; over saturation will cause complications. At the same time never let your tattoo completely dry out; this will cause scabbing which can lead to infection. Do not expose your tattoo to chlorinated, salt water, or any standing body of water, as this can cause infection and other complications within the healing process. This includes baths, pools, beaches, rivers, lakes, or anything else you might soak in. Running water only!

During the healing process, we advise wearing loose-fitting clothing in the tattooed area. No skinny jeans over your new leg tattoo, no watches over your new wrist tattoo.

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS

It is always better to be safe than sorry! If you have any questions or concerns about your tattoo's healing, please reach out to the shop or your artist. If there is any severe pain, major swelling lasting more than 3-4 days, or sign o