Tattoo Aftercare ​

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*** DO NOT TAKE ADVICE FROM FRIENDS OR FAMILY

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1. Wash your hands prior to touching your tattoo. Remove bandage within 2-24hrs. Gently wash tattoo with mild antibacterial soap and water. Do not reapply an new bandage. 

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2. Apply a light coat of A&D/ unscented lotion/ Aquafor until skin returns to pre-tattoo condition. 

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3. Do not go swimming or soak in a tub or jacuzzi for two weeks. Showers are fine. 

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4. Stay out of direct sunlight. Use sunscreen once your tattoo has healed

 

5.  Your tattoo should form a light, dry scab that will naturally fall off in 7-10 days. Do not touch or pick at the scab. 

 

CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IF YOU EXPERIENCE SIGNS OF FEVER, REDNESS AT THE SITE, OR SYMPTOMS DEVELOP SUCH AS THE FOLLOWING : ANY YELLOW/ GREEN DISCHARGE.