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FIRST TATTOO? A WHILE SINCE YOUR LAST?
Pre Tattoo Check-List
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You are 18 years or older and if not you have your parent attending your appointment and signing for you
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You've washed your bits
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Stay hydrated before and during your appointment
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Ensure you eat a good breakfast and pack high-energy snacks for your appointment
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Do not attend your appointment with numbing cream or other ointments not provided or approved by your artist
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Do not attend your appointment if you are inebriated, under the influence in any way, have ingested strong painkillers or are feeling ill
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Please notify the shop and reschedule your appointment if you are pregnant, still breastfeeding, anticipating surgery or healing from surgery
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You have made yourself aware of any risks associated with tattoos and have asked the appropriate questions prior to booking
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You have booked appropriate consultations, reviewed artists portfolios, discussed budgets and coordinated applicable design fees
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You have read and understood our policies including our cancellation fee and know we do not provide refunds on design or tattoo services under any circumstances
HEALING & AFTERCARE
Healing procedures are unique to the artists. It is important you ask your artist directly for their procedures at the time of the tattoo.
BANDAGED HEALING INSTRUCTIONS:
This is strongly recommend for all tattoo procedures at JuggerBean Tattoo Parlour.
(For those with allergies to adhesives, please connect directly with your tattoo artist.)
When we wrap your tattoo, we wrap the tattooed area using BSN Hypafix Dressing Retention Tape transparent or Saniderm transparent tattoo aftercare bandage.
These bandages are waterproof yet breathable to ensure that the skin receives the airflow it needs to heal and remain sweat-free.
Leave the adhesive wrap on for 48 hours, maximum 72 hours
Wash around the area prior to removing the tape
Begin by lifting the top edge of the adhesive bandage letting warm water assist release the adhesion
Once the adhesive has been removed, use warm water, careful not to let the water hit or soak the tattoo directly
Wash around the tattooed area with a fragrance-free soap, rinse delicately, and pat dry immediately
Use a fragrance-free, cream base lotion after day 3 sparingly
It is important to let the area become dry between washes and lotions
To refrain from excessive sweating or heavy exercise for full 4- 6 weeks
To refrain from hot tubs, chlorine or direct sun for the full 4- 6 weeks
A dry flakey tattoo is a healthy tattoo
NATURAL HEALING INSTRUCTIONS:
Do not bump or rub fresh tattoo
Do not shower or get the area wet for 24hrs
When you shower, be sure to use warm water and do not let the water hit the tattoo directly
Wash around the tattooed area with a fragrance-free soap, rinse delicately, and pat dry immediately with a clean cloth
Use a fragrance-free & cream base lotion after day 3 sparingly
To refrain from excessive sweating or heavy exercise for full 4- 6 weeks
To refrain from hot tubs, chlorine or direct sun for the full 4- 6 weeks
It is important to let the area become dry between washes and lotion applications
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING HEALING
A tattoo can fully heal around 2-8 weeks. Some people heal faster than others. It’s aftercare and maintenance that makes the difference. Tattoos go through stages that are a natural and important part of the healing process. The healing process can be divided into four distinct stages.
1. Weeping and redness. ( Days 1-2)
If it is a wrapped tattoo we use a medical grade, water-resistant, latex free, non-irritating adhesive.
Within the first 48 hours you may experience oozing under your wrap that makes the tattoo appear blurry and bleedy. This is completely normal part of the tattoo settling and the liquid is important for your healing process. This liquid will naturally begin to dry under the bandage. Do not remove the bandage or pop the bandage to release this liquid. It will settle within the 2-3 days of healing. If you are concerned, please contact your tattoo artist directly.
Allergic Response to the Bandage:
On rare occasions it is common for a light red ring to form around the outside perimeter of your bandage. This generally occurs within the first 48 hours. It is visually noticeable if you are having a reaction to the adhesive.
If so, please contact your artist for aftercare retention methods and begin to carefully remove your bandage.
To remove your bandages:
Work a small corner or part of the bandage free away from the skin. Begin to message the bandage with soap and water, do not pull or rip your bandage off. This is not a quick process and can take 20-60 mins.
Once your bandage is removed, rinse away your soap, let dry and apply a small amount of lotion. ( less is more)
If your skin is sticky from the bandage after washing, please contact your artist.
2. Itching ( Days 3-5)
Always think of your tattoo as an open wound.
In the first and second week, your new tattoo will likely start to itch and flake. Resist the urge to scratch it. Apply gentle lotion and let dry out between applications. You can also put an ice pack over your clothes to numb the itch, but be sure not to put ice directly on the area.
If you are prone to being puffy and irritated, it’s common for artists to suggest taking a Benadryl to assist with the inflammation.
3. Peeling (4-10)
In the second, third, and fourth weeks, your tattoo will probably begin to peel. This skin is sloughing off as the body’s natural response to what it perceives as injury. Do not try and remove flakey skin, it must naturally fall off on it’s own. The tattoo itself won’t flake off unless you prematurely remove your scabs. It’s just a normal part of the process. In fact, it shows your tattoo is healing well.
4. Aftercare (7-30)
After the first month, your tattoo will look vibrant and fully healed. It’s easy to remember aftercare in the first few weeks, but it’s essential to keep it up for several months. Doing so will help the tattoo stay clean and look its best. Wear your sunscreen !
There are also different methods for healing tattoos please consult the tattoo who performed the procedure.