Saniderm Tattoo Aftercare Bandages are a type of bandage referred to in the medical community as an “occlusive dressing.” By definition, this means that the bandages form a total seal around the wounded (in this case, tattooed) area. They do not have the absorbent properties of a typical gauze bandage. By using the body's natural repairing fluids to keep the wounded area in a hydrated state, Saniderm accelerates cell recovery and therefore heals your tattoo faster.<br> <br> Saniderm bandages are made from high-quality materials and are composed of three primary components. The bandage itself is latex-free and made of 100% polyurethane. The acrylic adhesive is backed by standard sticker paper. The upper application layer is made from polyethylene terephthalate, which gives the bandage additional structure when applied to the skin.<br> <br> Q: How Does Saniderm Work?<br> A: Your freshly tattooed skin is especially susceptible to damage from environmental contaminants. This includes airborne dirt, pet dander, and other harmful bacteria. Saniderm locks in the blood and plasma that your body naturally weeps from the tattooed area. Because the bandage prevents this combination of blood and plasma from drying on the surface of your skin, scabbing and flaking is avoided, allowing your tattoo to stay hydrated and heal faster.<br> <br> Q: Is Saniderm Waterproof?<br> A: Yes, Saniderm is waterproof. Because water particles are larger than oxygen particles, the bandage is designed to be permeable enough for oxygen to pass through, while still keeping water out. This maintains an optimal level of breathability for your new tattoo. You can shower with Saniderm on your new tattoo, but you should still avoid prolonged contact with the water. Fully submerging a new tattoo (i.e. taking baths or swimming) while actively healing is never recommended. Submerging the bandage can weaken its adhesion, and if this seal breaks, your tattoo is at risk of infection.<br> <br> Q: Can I Work Out With Saniderm On?<br> A: Yes, you can exercise with Saniderm on your new tattoo. One of the advantages of Saniderm is that you can conveniently get back to your daily routine much sooner after being tattooed. However, you should still be mindful of excessive sweat and friction in high-motion areas. These two things can weaken the adhesion of the bandage and may require you to change it more often.<br> <br> Q: Is It Okay That My Saniderm Is Filled With Blood?<br> A: Yes, in fact, this means that Saniderm is doing its job. That fluid pooling underneath the bandage is commonly referred to as an “ink sack.” The ink sack contains all of the blood, plasma, and other natural growth factors that weep from your tattoo, and uses them to your benefit by accelerating cell repair. NOTE: Depending on factors such as area of the body, color saturation, and personal anatomy, you may experience varying levels of tattoo weeping. Do not be alarmed by excessive weeping, or by no weeping at all. If the tattooed skin becomes dry underneath the bandage, remove and use Sanibalm to moisturize.<br> <br> Q: Will Saniderm Remove Any Ink from My Tattoo?<br> A: No, Saniderm does not pull any ink out of the skin. After removal, you may notice that an imprint of your new tattoo is left behind on the bandage. The adhesive of the bandage is simply catching dead skin cells and excess ink as it weeps from the tattooed area, which results in this imprint.<br> <br> Q: Could I Have An Allergic Reaction to Saniderm?<br> A: People are known to have varying degrees of sensitivity to medical-grade adhesives. Because Saniderm is a medical-grade adhesive, it is possible for those hypersensitive individuals to experience some level of irritation when using the product. However, this may not mean you’re having an allergic reaction. Read more about this in the “Stop Use Indications” section below.<br>