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The best pain-free way to take off a Saniderm bandage
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So you just finished getting a new tattoo, and your artist put on a Saniderm bandage to protect your fresh ink. Now it’s time to take the bandage off, but the adhesive is really sticking to your skin. We're here to help you take off the bandage without any pain or damage to your tat. Read on for all the best tips and tricks to get Saniderm off your skin and keep your tattoo safe and looking great.
Things You Should Know
- Wet a Saniderm bandage with warm water to loosen the adhesive. If it still sticks, apply baby oil , coconut oil , or olive oil to the edges.
- Pull the bandage slowly off of your skin in the direction your hair grows so removal is less painful.
- Wash your tattoo with antibacterial soap and pat it dry with a paper towel.
- Remove the first Saniderm bandage within a day after getting your tattoo. Apply a second bandage and leave it on for up to 5 days.
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- It usually takes about 3 weeks for a new tattoo to fully heal. Take care of your tattoo by applying unscented lotion once or twice a day to keep it moisturized after you remove the second bandage.Thanks
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Warnings
- Avoid exposing your tattoo to direct sunlight until it completely heals since your skin is sensitive and the ink could fade.Thanks
- Try not to scratch or pick at a new tattoo while it’s healing since it will only cause more irritation.Thanks
- If your tattoo has red sores or pus draining from it, you may have an infection. Treat the infected tattoo with antibacterial cream or by getting a prescription from your doctor. [9] X Research sourceThanks
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References
- ↑ https://youtu.be/rm8DFyIuE4Y?t=178
- ↑ https://faq.saniderm.com/knowledge-base/how-long-should-i-keep-saniderm-on/
- ↑ https://www.endlesskreationstattoo.com/uploads/b/a9b16e20-788b-11ea-87e5-dd1ff15c53ba/AFTERCARE%20-%20TATTOO%20wSANIDERM.pdf
- ↑ https://youtu.be/Hr4hQCzkGP8?t=347
- ↑ https://s3.amazonaws.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/sites/154824/themes/3311436/downloads/BsrELk2VSviPudIdTYp2_Tattoo_Aftercare.pdf
- ↑ https://www.endlesskreationstattoo.com/uploads/b/a9b16e20-788b-11ea-87e5-dd1ff15c53ba/AFTERCARE%20-%20TATTOO%20wSANIDERM.pdf
- ↑ https://youtu.be/rm8DFyIuE4Y?t=239
- ↑ https://faq.saniderm.com/knowledge-base/saniderm-wet/
- ↑ https://health.osu.edu/health/virus-and-infection/how-to-prevent-a-tattoo-infection
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