TATTOO AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS

· Remove your bandage after 4 hours (do not exceed 8 hrs)

· Wash your hands before touching your fresh tattoo

· Wash tattoo well but gently with your hand and mild unscented soap (Dove, Ivory)

· Pat dry with clean paper towel

· Wash everyday when you take a shower or when you feel the tattoo got dirt in it.  We recommend washing 2 times per day.  When you wake up and just before bed (try to avoid getting it near any dirt)

· Let your tattoo dry out for 3 days after application of tattoo (no cream)

· After 3 days apply vitamin A&D ointment that your aftercare specialist has suggested, or you may use unscented hand lotion (Lubriderm)

· Apply a small amount of lotion and rub in very well, do not apply lotion more than once a day unless tattoo is very dry

YOUR TATTOO WILL TAKE ABOUT 2-3 WEEKS TO HEAL! WHILE ITS HEALING...

· DO NOT pick or scratch your tattoo (dry, flaky, itchy is normal)

· DO NOT soak your tattoo in bath/lake/pool/hot tub/sit in sauna until tattoo is fully healed

· DO NOT expose tattoo during healing to direct sunlight or tanning beds

· DO NOT over moisturize your tattoo, once the cream is on, you should not be able to see the cream or feel it on your skin (always wash your hands before applying lotion, lotion should be rubbed in well)

· DO NOT use any scented lotions or soaps

· DO NOT wear tight clothing over the area of your fresh tattoo

· DO NOT let your fresh tattoo come into contact with any animals or pet hair

· DO NOT let anyone touch your tattoo

· DO NOT touch your tattoo with unwashed hands (only time you touch is when you are washing it or applying lotion) and keep your tattoo off all dirty surfaces

· DO NOT work out or sweat profusely for at least 2 weeks after the application of your tattoo

Any questions or concerns PLEASE contact us or your tattoo artist before anyone else

If infection occurs please consult a physician ASAP