Tattoo Aftercare Instructions

Make sure your hands are clean. Wash with Sorry Mom Tattoo Cleanser and pat dry the tattoo and the area around it. Make sure there is no leftover soap or other residue.

Cut the Sorry Mom Tattoo Film to cover the whole tattoo, along with 2 – 3 cm (1-2 in) around it. Peel off the back of the film.

Gently apply over the tattoo using light pressure, starting from the middle, to reduce the possibility of air bubbles forming.

Firmly press the film to the skin to ensure adhesive contact, then peel the second layer off from the blue strip.

Apply in normal standing position. Do not stretch out the film in any way during the application.

The first piece of Sorry Mom Tattoo Film should stay on for 24 hours.

It is normal for fluid to build up under the film.

If fluid leaks, you may use a small piece of film to patch it. If it cannot be patched, remove and reapply the Sorry Mom Tattoo Film or start using Sorry Mom Tattoo Balm.

After 24 hours, follow the removal process and then replace with a new piece of film after washing, which will stay on for 4 – 5 more days.

Do not wear for longer than 6 – 7 days.

Always wash your hands before touching your tattoo!

When you get home: Remove bandage within 1-2 hours after getting your tattoo. Do not re-bandage. Your tattoo needs to breathe, just like an open wound.

Wash your tattoo with an antibacterial liquid soap. Be gentle. Do not use a washcloth or anything that will exfoliate your tattoo. Only use your hands.

Gently pat your tattoo dry with a paper towel. Do not rub, or use a fabric with a rough surface.

The first 3-4 days: Rub a small amount of lotion/ointment on your tattoo. You may use an unscented lotion (with no alcohol in the lotion) like Cetaphil or a tattoo ointment - whatever you’re not allergic to. Always use clean hands and do not place your fingers back into the ointment after touching your tattoo. Make sure to rub the ointment in so that it is not shiny or greasy.

You want the thinnest amount possible. Pat off any excess ointment with a clean paper towel. Do not use Vaseline, petroleum jelly, Neosporin or Bag Balm. Wash, dry, and apply lotion/ointment 2-3 times daily, as needed.

Do not use any cloth bandages or pads, as the fibers of this material can adhere to your open tattoo and hinder the healing process.

Wear clean, soft clothing over your tattoo for the first 2 weeks — nothing abrasive or irritating. For foot tattoos: go barefoot as much as possible. If you must wear shoes, first wrap your clean tattoo in plastic wrap, then cover it with a clean cotton sock before putting on your shoe. Avoid sandals or flip-flops for this period to prevent chafing and damage to your tattoo.

After day 3 or 4: On the 3rd or 4th day your tattoo will begin to peel. This is normal! Do not pick at the skin. Begin using a mild, white unscented lotion, free of dyes or perfumes.

Use lotion for a minimum of 2 weeks, 1-2 times daily.

We recommend running warm water over your tattoo as you gently peel off the Sorry Mom Tattoo Film folding it over onto itself as you remove it.

Do not pick, scratch, peel, slap, rub or otherwise irritate your tattoo.

You can shower, but you may not soak your tattoo for 2 weeks. No swimming, soaking, hot tubs or open bodies of water.

You may not expose your tattoo to the sun for at least 3 weeks; after that, always use sunblock.

Do not wear abrasive materials, jewelry, or shoes that rub against your tattoo.

Do not let anyone touch your tattoo unless they wash their hands.

Be careful with gym equipment; sanitize it well before use.

If you are experiencing any rashes or bumps around your tattoo film, remove the film and wash the tattoo with antibacterial soap and warm water. Then refer to the general aftercare section above.