Caring for Your New Tattoo
-Wear the bandage provided for a minimum of 2 hours. (Bandage can be worn for up to 12 hours for sleeping)
-Remove the bandage and thoroughly wash the tattoo with an antibacterial liquid handsoap. DO NOT RE-BANDAGE.
-Gently pat the tattoo dry and wait 15-30 minutes before applying unscented water-based lotion such as:
Lubriderm
Curel
Aveeno
Vaseline Intensive Care
etc.
-Avoid wetting the tattoo for more than 3 minutes at a time as this could prolong healing and/or damage the tattoo.
-Do NOT use petroleum products such as Vaseline, Neosporin, A&D or any other ointment. These do not allow the tattoo to breathe and in many cases will breakdown ink and draw it out.
-The tattoo may form a scab. Do NOT pick the scab or touch the tattoo unless washing or moisturizing with clean hands.