• Remove bandage wrap within two hours, with clean hands, wash tattoo with anti-bacterial soap (Dial Gold soap recommended) and lukewarm water, pat dry do not apply lotion or ointment of any kind until the next morning after the first wash.

    Wash twice a day (morning and evening) for 2 weeks or until completely headed, and apply a thing layer of tattoo salve or unscented lotion (Lubriderm recommended) after each wash.

    Things to avoid: rinsing with hot water, working out (first five days), swimming or immersing in water, wearing tight clothes over tattoo and exposing to sunlight. Do not apply Aquaphor, A&D, or similar products.

    Once your tattoo has fully healed please use lotion and sunblock/sunscreen to preserve your tattoo.

    Remember listen to your Tattoo Artist NOT you friends!

  • 1. Zoo Wrap Usage:

    • Keep your Zoo Wrap on for five days. The wrap is made of breathable material, and you can shower with it on.

    • Avoid soaking or immersing your body in water (e.g., baths, swimming) during this period.

    • avoid the use of hot water.

    2. Exercise Restrictions:

    • Do not work out for the first five days to prevent excessive sweating, which can cause your pores to open. This helps with the healing process.

    3. Day 5: Removing the Zoo Wrap

    • To remove it: Soak the wrap in lukewarm water, then gently peel it off similar to a command strip. slowly at an angle and away, do not pull straight up.

    • If the adhesive is still sticky, continue soaking with lukewarm water and peel gently.

    4. Issues with the Wrap:

    • If the wrap becomes irritating, remove it immediately and follow the follow the aftercare instructions on the other side.

    • If the edges of the wrap come undone, causing moisture to get underneath, remove the wrap right away and follow the aftercare instructions on the other side.

    5. Aftercare following removal:

    • Continue to wash your tattoo morning and evening with antibacterial soap (Dial GOLD is recommended and provided in the aftercare kit).

    • Pat dry and apply a thin layer of Tattoo Salve (also provided in the aftercare kit) or your choice of unscented body lotion.

    • Continue this routine until two weeks post-appointment.

Please contact me directly with any further questions GallardoTattoos@gmail.com