CEDAR HOLLOWS TATTOO
Cedar Hollows Tattoo has award winning artists with years of experience located steps away from UTA, in the heart of downtown Arlington. Each artist has a unique style to help bring your ideas to life creating a tattooed masterpiece. Our studio is a welcoming, friendly, inspiring, clean and professional environment that specializes in creating customized tattoos for each of our clients needs and wants in a variety of styles such as traditional, neo traditional, color realism, black and grey, fine line, surrealism and more. Come in during our business hours and meet our artists. Appointment bookings available and walk-ins accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
801 E. Abram St. Suite 101, Arlington, TX Ph: 682-403-5129
Aftercare
The dos and don'ts
& detailed Aftercare instructions to ensure proper care for your tattoo.
AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to your artist or contact us at
cedarhollowstattoo@gmail.com or call/text 682-403-5129.
RECOVERY DERM SHIELD AFTERCARE
Continue the following after care steps 3 times daily for approximately 14 days and then twice a day for the following 2-4 weeks.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
You may see some pooling of fluids & ink while the Recovery Derm is on; this is normal. If the seal breaks and you have seepage, follow the instructions below.
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Wash your hands with an antibacterial soap before touching your tattoo.
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At the end of day 3 after getting tattooed, run warm water over the adhesive and peel it off as you would a bandaid. Pull down not away from tattoo.
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Using your fingertips only, gently but thoroughly wash your tattoo and the surrounding area with warm water and antibacterial soap. Rinse with cold water. This will help bring the swelling down.
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Let the newly cleaned area air dry or pat dry with a clean towel.
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Apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment or cream like Aquaphor to the area to keep it hydrated.
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If you have a foot tattoo, after applying ointment wrap your cleaned tattoo in in sterile dressing, then cover it with a clean cotton sock before putting on a shoe. (Avoid Sandals or flip-flops that rub on your tattoo for the first couple weeks) Note: tattoos on the lower extremities take longer to heal because they’re farther away from your heart.
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Around day 3-4 your tattoo will begin to peel and flake like a sunburn: this is normal. Do not pick at, scratch, or irritate the tattoo.
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2-4 weeks after Continue to to follow steps above but Discontinue using the ointment and Apply non-scented lotion such as Cetaphil as needed for the first 2–4 weeks.
STANDARD AFTERCARE
Continue the following after care steps 3 times daily for approximately 14 days and then twice a day for the following 2-4 weeks.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
Swelling, seeping, soreness, and itching, are all common in the first few days or week. Ibuprofen is best to relieve discomfort.
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Wash your hands with an antibacterial soap before touching your tattoo.
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2 hours after getting tattooed remove and discard the initial bandage preferably at your home or in a clean environment.
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Using your fingertips only, gently but thoroughly wash your tattoo and the surrounding area with warm water and antibacterial soap. Rinse with cold water. This will help bring the swelling down.
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Let the newly cleaned area air dry or pat dry with a clean towel.
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Apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment or cream like Aquaphor to the area to keep it hydrated.
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If you have a foot tattoo, after applying ointment wrap your cleaned tattoo in in sterile dressing, then cover it with a clean cotton sock before putting on a shoe. (Avoid Sandals or flip-flops that rub on your tattoo for the first couple weeks) Note: tattoos on the lower extremities take longer to heal because they’re farther away from your heart.
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Around day 3-4 your tattoo will begin to peel and flake like a sunburn: this is normal. Do not pick at, scratch, or irritate the tattoo.
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2-4 weeks after Continue to to follow steps above but Discontinue using the ointment and Apply non-scented lotion such as Cetaphil as needed for the first 2–4 weeks.
The Do’s
Taking proper care of your investment will assure it heals infection free, and stays looking fresh for years. This is crucial in minimizing your risk of infection.
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Always wash your hands before and after you clean your tattoo.
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Wear clean, soft clothing and avoid tight garments around your new tattoo.
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Always follow Aftercare instructions
The Don’ts
These things can create infection and will ruin your new art.
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DO NOT Touch! Keep all dirty hands off Friends and animals alike
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DO NOT rub, scratch or pick at your fresh tattoo.
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DO NOT use Vaseline, Neosporin, harsh cleaners or scented lotion
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DO NOT use tanning beds or tanning sprays and avoid sun exposure for 3-4 weeks
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DO NOT submerge in water. Showers are great, but absolutely no baths, fresh, salt, or chlorinated water for the first 2 weeks and minimize exposure to the sun.
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DO NOT over-saturate lotion or ointment: Suffocating your tattoo will prolong healing time
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DO NOT do extreme exercise: If your skin hurts while exercising, refrain from working out until it has healed. Please be aware of unclean gym equipment and protect yourself from infection.