Tattoo Aftercare
Remove Bandage in 2 to 6 hours and gently wash area with soap & water. Pat dry. The first day ONLY-take a HOT bath-clean the tub out well beforehand and soak in the hot water. For two weeks after avoid swimming, saunas, jacuzzis and soaking in the tub. Taking a quick shower is okay, but don't soak a healing tattoo after the first day. Get in then get out! Do not re-bandage. Wear loose clothing over the tattooed area. Wash daily and apply a small amount of lotion. Rub the lotion gently into the skin until completely absorbed. Do not use oil or grease based ointments, aloe or herbal lotions. Keep it out of the sun for two weeks, sun exposure will fade tattoos. After your tattoo has healed, keep it covered with clothing or sun-block when in the sun. Don't pick or scratch the tattoo! Scabbing and itching is normal. Let it heal undisturbed - Otherwise you may lose color with a scab.
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