After your tattoo, I will apply a tegaderm bandage and this can stay on for 2-3 days.
To remove, I recommend doing so in the shower or under warm water. You’ll peel by pulling it down against your skin.
You can then wash gently with any unscented soap & moisturize with a thin layer of A&D ointment (I will give you this at your appointment) or any unscented lotion!
Second skin removal
Continue cleaning and moisturizing, day & night, for 2 weeks after removing the bandage.
The tattoo will begin to dry and eventually peel. During this time, avoid:
Picking or Scratching — the scabs will come off alone
Soaking — pools, beach, hot tubs, etc.
Sun exposure — keep it covered
Your tattoo will be fully healed in 4-6 weeks, after which you can come in for a touchup if needed!