Rinse off your tattoo, pat dry with a clean paper towel. Apply a small amount of lotion to your tattoo (brand does not really matter) as long as it is unscented such as Jergens or Aveno. NEVER use any oils, anti-itch creams, healing creams or ointments such as aquaphor, neosporin, A/D, etc.
Likewise, people ask, why you shouldn’t use Aquaphor on tattoos?
When you apply the ointment, use just a little bit. Your tattoo does need some oxygen to heal, and putting on too much Aquaphor can suffocate the skin and clog pores.
One may also ask, can I put Saniderm on a 3 day old tattoo?
Can I use Saniderm more than 24 hours after getting a tattoo? The answer is, “yes.” As long as you are within the first 48 hours of your tattoo you can still apply a first bandage.
When should I remove Saniderm?
When the adhesion of the Saniderm bandage begins to weaken, that’s your cue to remove or replace the bandage. If you notice excessive weeping or fluid under your currently applied piece of Saniderm, it’s okay to carefully replace it with a new one.
Can I shower with Saniderm?
While we don’t recommend taking a bath or going swimming after applying your Saniderm, taking a shower isn’t an issue. … Although you can easily wash after applying Saniderm, it is important to still monitor the time you spend in the shower. Prolonged exposure to water will weaken the adhesion, so avoid soaking.
How many times can I apply Saniderm?
It is perfectly normal to use up to four pieces of Saniderm during the healing process. When changing pieces, make sure to leave a gap of no more than 30 minutes between removal and reapplication. Wash and pat dry with a clean paper towel or allow to air dry before applying your next bandage.
Does aquaphor fade tattoos?
Aquaphor has the added benefit of anti-inflammatory effects, which can make the tattoo healing process speedier and more comfortable. After a given number of days of using ointment (your tattoo artist will specify how many), you’ll switch to lotion.
Does aquaphor soak into skin?
Aquaphor is not technically a moisturizer. It will only trap the water already on the surface of your skin. You may need to wash or dampen your skin before using it.
Is Aquaphor or A&D better for tattoos?
There’s plenty of debate about whether Aquaphor or A&D Ointment are better for the first few days. Honestly, it doesn’t matter, because they both work perfectly fine. I have used both, but Aquaphor is definitely my first choice. It spreads on easier and it doesn’t clog the pores as much.
Does Saniderm hurt taking off?
The best way to remove Saniderm is to find an edge of the bandage, and then to pull it back over itself in the direction of hair growth. Pulling upward on the Saniderm can be painful, so we don’t recommend it.
Will my tattoo scab with Saniderm?
Some peeling is not uncommon during the tattoo healing process with Saniderm. However, it is not normal for a tattoo to be scabbing under the tattoo bandage. Once again, we always advise users to change the first Saniderm bandage within the first 24 hours, take it off, and clean the tattoo like normal.
