CARE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove Bandage

• Suprasorb-Folie (Second Skin): Wear for at least 24 hours, max 4 days. Then carefully peel off under warm water.
• Sterile wound compress: Wear for at least 4 hours, ideally 8–12 hours (e.g. overnight), so that excess ink, wound secretions and fluids are absorbed.

2. Cleaning

Gently wash the tattoo with clean water and pH-neutral, perfume-free soap and carefully pat dry or let it air dry (do not rub). Slight redness or swelling is normal.

3. Care

Over the next 2 weeks, apply a thin layer of wound healing ointment (e.g. Bepanthen, Vitawund, Hustlebutter) about 3 times a day.

→ Less is more: it is better to apply thinly more often than too thick at once.

Always wash your hands before applying lotion. Do not cover the tattoo afterwards – let it heal open.

4. What to avoid

• Sauna, solarium, chlorine or salt water – absolutely taboo! (min 6 weeks)
• No direct sunlight (min 6 weeks)
• No full baths, only showering. (min 2 weeks)

5. Sun Protection

After the healing phase, always use sunscreen with SPF 50+ when sunbathing – preferably natural and without many additives. UV protection permanently maintains the color intensity of your tattoo.

6. Healing Process

After 3–4 days, a crust may form and itching may occur – do not scratch!

Slight redness, swelling, or rarely bruising are normal at first, especially in mobile areas (e.g. wrist, knee, ankle).

7. Clothing & Hygiene

• Do not wear strongly colored or synthetic fabrics – preferably old, dark cotton clothing.
• Keep animal hair (dog, cat, etc.) away at all costs.
• Use mild detergents.