SCAR CAMOUFLAGE AFTERCARE

SCAR CAMOUFLAGE AFTERCARE

You will be provided with the following information in print the day of your procedure, but it’s always best to get familiar with how to take care of your medical tattoo (micropigmentation) after your procedure!

  • Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before touching your procedure area(s) to avoid infection.
    • If applicable, you will be provided with a protective covering at the time of your procedure. Keep area covered for 3-5 days.
    • If applicable, keep area covered with a lose bandage for the first 3 days. you may uncover while sleeping.
    • If treatment area is left uncovered, apply a thin layer of Aquafor (or something similar) 2-3 times daily with a gloved hand or clean Q-tip for the first 3 days.
  • If uncovered, gentle soap can be used if needed. Pat dry only.

Things to avoid:

  • Do not shower for 24 hours
  • Do not submerge treatment area in water for at least 7 days.
  • Avoid heavy exercise for 3 days as excessive sweating can pull the pigment out.
  • Avoid harsh soaps, ointments and lotions (other than the ones noted above) on the affected area for the first 7 days. DO NOT use Neosporin or Bacitracin, anti-biotic creams. They will pull the pigment out.
  • DO NOT pick at the newly forming scabs as your procedure heals! Doing so will pull the pigment out!
  • Avoid exposure to the sun. It is imperative that you do not expose your re-pigmented skin to direct sunlight, tanning booths, or any products which increase melanin (what gives your skin it’s color). After 10 days, wear sunscreen daily to maintain the integrity of the pigments.
  • Avoid makeup of any kind on your medical tattoo for 7 days following your procedure.

**If you experience any of the following symptoms, please contact your health care provider immediately: worsening redness or tenderness, warmth, drainage, fever or rash. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact me! Danielle 801-636-5014