Tattoo Aftercare

Please read this page in its entirety and follow these instructions to care for your new tattoo.

At the completion of the tattooing procedure, Z-Edge Tattoo and/or your artist is not responsible for any infection or problems you may have with your tattoo if you do not follow these instructions exactly. Your tattoo will have problems healing if you do not take proper care of it.

There are 2 types of coverings that your artist may apply after the tattoo is finished. The first is Saniderm, which will stay on for 3 days. The second is plastic or other type of bandage, which will stay on for 1 hour.

1. If your artist applied Saniderm on top of the tattoo, you will leave the Saniderm on for 3 days.
   You can shower with the Saniderm on, but do not pick at it or scrub it.
   a. After 3 days have passed, remove the Saniderm and follow the instructions below, remove the covering after 1 hour has passed.
2. If your artist applied a bandage or plastic wrap to your tattoo, remove the covering after 1 hour has passed.

• After you remove the bandage, wash the tattoo gently with a mild, fragrance-free antibacterial soap.
• Gently pat dry with a clean paper towel.
• Apply a thin layer of H2Ocean Aquatat, Aquaphor, or a fragrance-free Lubriderm.
• Avoid direct sunlight on the tattooed area for 2 weeks.
• Avoid submerging the tattoo in any large body of water for 2 weeks. This includes pools, hot tubs, jacuzzis, oceans, lakes, rivers, streams, swimming holes, or bathtubs.
• Do not pick scabs or scratch the tattoo while it is healing.
• Do not walk or lie on the beach or expose the tattoo to sand, dirt, or mud for at least 2 weeks.

Please note that you have been informed and have signed a statement on your release form indicating that you have read and understand these aftercare instructions and agree to follow them in order to successfully heal your tattoo.

You have also been informed of our policy on touch-ups. Touch-ups will be free of charge for any tattoo except tattoos on the hands and feet for 12 months after the tattoo is initially finished. Tattoos on the hands and feet are not guaranteed. You were informed prior to getting a tattoo on the hands or feet that these types of tattoos may heal differently, may hold in the skin very well, or may fall out completely. You have signed a statement on your release form acknowledging this policy

It was our pleasure serving you today. Please feel free to contact us anytime with any questions you may have or to book your next tattoo appointment.