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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!
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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