If you use the Derm Shield READ ALL – if you don’t, skip to after Derm is removed and follow these instructions for aftercare.

Directions for Use:
Gently clean and pat dry the tattoo and surrounding area, ensuring there is no soap or any residue on the skin. With clean gloves, remove Derm Shield from the sterile pouch. Cut the Derm Shield to cover tattooed area plus a 1 to 2 inch margin from the edge of the tattoo. Peel off backing to expose adhesive side and position the Derm Shield over the tattoo with the adhesive side facing the skin. Gently apply using light pressure, starting from the center to the edges to eliminate air bubbles. Do not stretch the Derm Shield during application.

The Derm application should stay in place for 24 hours to 72 hours depending on level of exudation. It is normal for blood and fluids to collect under the bandage.

Do not wear the Derm longer than 3 days.

Directions for Removal:
Gently peel the Derm by pulling it slowly from the edge back over itself. Do not pull the bandage upwards.

After bandage is removed:

Use non scented antibacterial soft soap, 2 to 3 times a day. Make sure you’re doing this with clean hands. Do not use a bar of soap after every wash, use the after care product of your choice. I personally suggest using Mad Rabbit after care. If that is not available, then using a non-scented fragrance free lotion is fine…both of these will be used for the next two weeks.

(DO NOT SWIM USE A HOTTUB, OR SAUNA PICK AT YOUR TATTOO OR SCRATCH IT AND KEEP IT OUT OF THE SUN TILL ITS FULLY HEALED)