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Aftercare

SANIDERM ↓

Saniderm is a waterproof, breathable bandage applied after a tattoo. With this route of aftercare, these steps should be followed to ensure a smooth and safe recovery.

Saniderm is intended to be left on for 5-7 days post session. Depending on what we do, I may advise you to change it to a fresh piece the following day, which from that point, the 5-7 days is incited.

No pools, baths, hot tubs, saunas or exercising with saniderm. If your tattoo becomes exposed, starts leaking, or starts having an allergic reaction to it, remove immediately and start aftercare.

It is recommended to remove in the shower, soaking it under warm water for 10 minutes to loosen the adhesive. Lift an edge, and slowly remove the bandage, pulling downward as opposed to outward.

After removing, continue to the next steps.

GENERAL AFTERCARE ↓

Thoroughly wash your hands to rid them of potentially harmful contaminants.

Lather a non-scented, antibacterial soap with your hands and gently cleanse your tattoo. Avoid using anything abrasive like a washcloth or paper towel.

Pat dry with a clean towel, and follow up with a non-scented moisturizer. Avoid anything with a petroleum base like vaseline or aquaphor. Products like these sit on top of the tattoo, and attract debris, hair, and other unwanted contaminants.

Repeat this routine 2-3 times daily, or as needed. In about 2 weeks post appointment, your tattoo should be flush to your skin and all healed up!

Healing Process

The tattoo healing process can look different for everyone. The style, size, and even placement of a tattoo can determine how long or short your healing process is. Heres the most common progression you may experience.

Days 0-2: Swelling and irritation will be at their highest at this point. During this time your body is going to try to expel the tattoo ink and heal your skin. This will look like excess ink flow and plasma from the procedure site.

Days 3-7: Swelling should be low and your body will start to close the open wound. Around this time, excess leaking will be done. You may also start to feel itchy.

Days 7 and on: As you start aftercare, your skin cells start to turn over and cause the damaged tattoo skin to peel. This is completely normal! Your tattoo may also be very itchy during this time. It’s important to not pick off or scratch at your tattoo. Over the course of the next week or two of consistent aftercare, your tattoo should be done peeling and flush to your skin. 

Post Heal: The new skin under your tattoo is essentially baby fresh skin and will have a shiny look to it. This is referred to as ‘onion skin’ and will return to normal within 3-4 months. You may now return to scented products and activities!

Policies

Booking Policy

Bookings should be made using the booking form you can find here on the ‘Contact’ page.

Booking fees are required to be paid in full within 7 days of receiving initial invoice to secure your appointment date.

A $100/$200 booking fee will be sent as an invoice via email to clients upon booking.

This fee comes off the total price of the tattoo.

Booking Fee Policy

Booking fees are non-refundable.

If you choose to cancel or reschedule with less than 48 hours notice of your appointment, your booking fee will be forfeited. No call no shows forfeit their booking fees entirely.

Rescheduling and Cancellation Policy

In order to properly reschedule, you must give me at least 48 hours notice to your appointment. One reschedule is allowed per booking. Additional rescheduling may invoke a new booking fee invoice to be paid.

Late Policy

Please arrive on time to your appointments. A 10-15 minute grace period is allotted to the client. Arriving later than this especially without proper communication may result in a shortened session or cancellation and your booking fees entirely may be forfeited.

Age and ID Policy

Without exception, you must be able to provide a valid photo ID to be serviced.

If you are a minor, you must be at least 16 years old and have a parent/ guardian accompanying you. A valid photo ID from the parent must be presented as well as the minor’s birth certificate.

Design and Revision Policy

Designs are custom drawn for all clients and are not sent out prior to the appointment. Minor adjustments may be made the day of. Major changes and revisions may be subject to rescheduling and an additional booking fee.

Style and Subject Policy

I reserve the right to decline any project that does not align with my artistic style or comfort.

Pricing Policy

My hourly rate is $180, and day rate (6hrs) is $1000. My minimum to work on any project is $150. All quotes are purely estimates and is subject to change depending on sizing, placement, and design.

Touch-up Policy

A complimentary touchup session is available to any one of my clients. This will be valid to recieve within the next 6 months following your appointment.

Touchups are intended to be 30 minutes or less. Factors like improper aftercare, negligence, complete ink fallout, and/or inquiring after the 6 month period will not be considered a touchup and will be charged based on my hourly rate/minimum.

Health Policy

I reserve the right to refuse service if a client is actively ill or still recovering from illness.

Guest Policy

Due to limited space, please arrive with alone or with a maximum of (1) additional guest. Children are not permitted in the studio.

Payment and Refund Policy

Accepted forms of payment include, cash, card, and contactless payments. Tips are appreciated but not expected. All sales are final and refunds are not given under any circumstance.