These instructions are meant as general aftercare instructions and what to expect in caring for a new tattoo. There are several ways to take care of a tattoo that work. Listen to what your artist tells you.
- Leave the bandage on for no less than 1 hour and no more than 2 hours.
- Wash the tattoo immediately with antibacterial soap using your hands.
- Apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment 3 or 4 times daily for the first couple of days, after 2 or 3 days start using a fragrance free hand lotion(Curel or Lubriderm). Apply the hand lotion several times a day as the tattoo starts feeling dry. The tattoo will get dry and flaky. As it does do not pick at it.
- No soaking in water until completely healed. Take showers only, no baths, swimming pools, hot tubs, lakes, rivers, oceans etc.
- No direct sunlight or tanning until healed. After 2 weeks use a high spf sun block to protect the color.
- Do not use alcohol or peroxide on the tattoo during the healing process.
- Contact your artist with any questions or concerns. 214-292-1170
- NO NEOSPORIN OR VASELINE