Aftercare with second skin

The tattoo is covered with a special, breathable, waterproof film that is usually left on the skin for 3-5 days. This protects the tattoo from external contaminants while allowing the skin to breathe.

What you will need during the care, available from any pharmacy:

• cream for aftercare: Bepanthen cream (wetter consistency)/ointment (greaser consistency)
• antibacterial soap (fragrance-free, dye-free
• body lotion

This form of aftercare is used for smaller, linear patterns, when the wound does not bleed so intensely after the tattoo is done. After proper disinfection, we apply a special, transparent, self-adhesive film – this is the second skin.

For the first 3-4 days:

You do not have to worry about the bandage. You can shower with it, but do not soak it. The second skin releases its adhesive ability when you sweat. Do not worry if liquid (plasma, ink, some blood) collects underneath – this is completely normal in the first few days. It is forbidden to pick at these fluid-filled blisters, because this way bacteria can get under them and they can become infected under the foil. If it really bothers you, you can squeeze the fluid out to the edge of the foil. If the fluid has accumulated a lot, it is better to remove the second sikn and perform the aftercare with folpack foil.

1. Wash your hands thoroughly!
   
2. When removing the foil, carefully pull it down towards the skin, not up, as is usually the case with the wax strip. If you do it under lukewarm water, the removal feels less unpleasant.
   
3. After removing it, wash the tattoo with antibacterial soap, without soaking it.
   
4. Gently blot it with a paper towel, or just let it dry. Do not wipe it with a towel!
   
5. Apply a thin layer of Bepanthen for 5-7 days until it peels off.

In about 7-10 days, the tattoo will start to peel, which is unpleasant because it itches. At this time, try not to scratch it with your nails, no matter how much you want to; because scratching vigorously can tear the wound and the pattern will be incomplete. Try stroking, patting, or scratching through clothing. Using a gentle skin scrub on the surface can also provide a pleasant feeling, and calendula cream can be a good solution to relieve itching.

After the 10th day:

When your tattoo has completely peeled off, you will not need Bepanthen, but until its surface is shiny and has not completely healed, moisturize it with the body lotion you used to pre-treat the surface.

What NOT to do:

• do not use any other cream than the ones prescribed
• do not scrape or scratch, the dead skin layer will fall off on its own, just be patient!
• do not soak it, you can shower, you should even wash it, but do not soak it!
• sunbathe, go to a solarium, use tanning cream, if you absolutely want to sunbathe, cover up!
• any kind of bathing, sauna is prohibited for 2-3 weeks
• do not use sunscreen while the tattoo is fresh

Once it has completely healed, use sunscreen if you are in the sun for a longer period of time to protect the colors and keep them vibrant for a long time!