• Wear bandage for up to 18 hours, including sleep the first night.

• Tomorrow - remove bandage, wash with antibacterial hand soap or mild bar soap and warm water.

• Allow tattoo to air dry for 10-20 minutes. Do not re-bandage.

• Apply thin layer of Aquaphor ointment 2-3 times a day for 2-3 days, washing in between applications.

• For the following 2 nights, wash, allow to air dry, wrap with plastic cling wrap before sleep. Do not apply Aquaphor or lotion under this wrap.

• After 2-3 days of Aquaphor, continue same routine but with scent-free, dye-free water based lotion until healed.

• Avoid direct sunlight, swimming and dirty clothing for 2 weeks.

• Do not pick your tattoo, allow to peel naturally.

• Always wash your hands before touching your tattoo.

• When Applying ointments and lotions, too little is always better than too much, err on the side of dryness.

• If you think your tattoo may be infected seek medical help immediately.