AREOLA BEFORE CARE:

  • No sauna or tanning 1 week prior

  • No blood thinners or pain killers

  • No working out day of

  • No alcohol in your system

  • Must be at least 3 months post op with healed wounds

  • No antibiotics 2 months prior

*Not following these rules will result in forfeiting your appointment and deposit

AREOLA AFTERCARE : Cleansing (tegaderm)

  •   Tegaderm, a sterile, breathable, waterproof, germ-proof barrier to protect your new tattoo. Leave the Tegaderm on for 3 DAYS - do not lift it, change it or remove it.

  •   The Tegaderm will protect your tattoo from infection, abrasion, irritation and contamination while it is going through the most important part of its healing. It will also protect your clothes, sheets and loved ones from coming in contact with the excess ink, blood and fluid that are the normal by-products of healing a tattoo.

  •   You can perform all your usual activities (including exercise) while the tattoo is covered with Tegaderm. Be sure not to bump or rub your new tattoo excessively, or do anything that will scrape or peel the covering off.

  •   Showering will not affect Tegaderm; it is reasonably waterproof. You can shower normal while healing. However, do not bathe or swim until your tattoo is fully healed.

  •   After 3 days, remove the Tegaderm by carefully peeling it off of your skin. Do not quickly tear it off, as this can cause skin irritation. The easiest way to soften the adhesive is to stand in a warm shower for several minutes and remove the covering in the shower.

  •   After removing the covering, rinse the tattoo thoroughly with warm water and wash, then rinse several times using antibacterial soap and warm water. Gently work any excess material off the surface of your skin using the palm of your hand while doing so do not use any washcloths, sponges or brushes.

  •   After patting your tattoo with a clean towel, the skin should be shiny and dry. For the next 7-10 days, apply a thin layer of hand lotion (use an unscented, colorless lotion (Aveeno, Jergens, Lubriderm, Nivea, or Noxema) when it feels tight, dry, or itchy. Otherwise, let it air out and heal naturally. You might notice a few layers of flaky skin peeling, this is completely normal.

AFTER CARE AREOLA What to Avoid During healing:

  • No application of any scented lotions or tanning lotions for first 2 weeks.

  • No scratching, picking or peeling any dry skin or flakiness.

  • No foreign body fluids in or around the tattoo for 5 days.

  • No activities that will cause extreme sweating for 5 days.

  • No swimming pools, hot tubs or other bodies of water for 5 days.

  • No uv exposure (including tanning booths) for 5 days.
    No laser light therapy, as it can darken/lighten or distort the pigment of the tattoo color.

  • No exfoliants, retinol acids, glycolic acids and alpha hydroxy acids on the area for 30 days after the appointment (causes premature fading).

AREOLAS After You've Healed:

  • Areola tattoos normally last many years depending on lifestyle, skin type and aftercare.

  • Exposure to the sun and tanning beds can cause fading and discoloration of the pigment. Once completely healed, always apply sunscreen (50 spf or greater) on the area if exposed.

  • Avoid using chemical exfoliants on the areola, as it will cause fading.
    Do not do laser near your areola tattoo area (ipl). Some lasers may change the color of the ink.

  • Additional touch ups may be needed after a few years to keep them looking fresh, bold and 3d.