When you get home remove the bandage and gently wash with warm water and anti bacterial soap. DO NOT REBANDAGE
Wash your new tattoo 2-3 times daily for the first week. (Anti Bacterial Dial Soap)
After each wash, carefully apply a thin coat of healing ointment. (Aquaphor)
DO NOT over-medicate. Keep tattoo out of direct sunlight and tanning booths until tattoo is healed, at least 7-10 days.
Do not soak tattoo in tub, sauna, jacuzzi, or go swimming while your new tattoo is healing. Showers are fine.
Once dryness or peeling occurs, discontinue use of ointment and switch to a non-scented skin lotion after each wash (Lubriderm/Vaseline lotion).
DO NOT soak your tattoo and DO NOT pick or scratch during healing. Loss of color, scabbing, and/ or infection could occur.
Exterme sun and exposure over the years will fade your tattoo. This can be minimized by using a strong sunscreen , at least SP25.
Your tattoo should heal in 2 weeks. Consult a physician if any signs or symptoms develop such as the following: redness at site, green/yellow discharge (foul smelling) and/ or fever.
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