Prepping

Tips for prepping for your tattoo appointment!

No need to shave the area ahead of time, especially if you're not used to it!
Drink lots of water!! Day before and day of.
Please avoid alcohol the day before the tattoo.
Be sure to eat a full meal before the appointment.
Wear something comfortable! Make sure the area intended to be tattooed can be easily reached.
Get a good night's sleep before the appointment day.
Notify Lex if prone to fainting.
Snacks and beverages are welcome.
Bring headphones, books, a pillow, anything needed to make you more comfortable!
Please notify Lex if intending to use numbing cream.

Aftercare

Second skin users:

Leave second skin on for 3-5 days.
Shower normally, just avoid running the water too hot.
Avoid excess sweating if possible.
Don't submerge the bandage under water for prolonged periods of time.
If noticeable redness or irritation occurs around the bandage, remove it immediately.
When removing the second skin- run the area under warm water. Lather soap around the edges, and begin to slowly peel off, reapplying soap through out. Pulling the bandage out and away (like a command strip) can make the removal easier.
Begin after care as normal once it is off.

If plastic wrapped:

After bandage is off:

Clean the tattoo 2-3 times a day with a non-scented, anti-bacterial soap. (dial or castille soap)
Moisturize 1-2 times a day with a non-scented cocoa butter or lotion (aveeno, lubriderm, cerave- NO AQUAPHOR NO VASELINE NO OINTMENTS)
Do not over moisturize. A thin layer is all that is needed.
Do not submerge the tattoo in water for prolonged periods of time (swimming, baths, etc-showering is ok)
Do not pick, scratch, or exfoliate the tattoo while it's healing.
Tattoo should be fully healed in 2-3 weeks!
Apply SPF regularly for sun protection. Tattoo will hold up better as you age!
Reach out to lex for any further questions.