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After your tattoo, we will apply a bandage. The bandage is used to protect your new tattoo from any airborne bacteria and should not be removed for 2-6 hours. DO NOT RE-BANDAGE THE TATTOO
Always wash your hands prior to touching your tattoo.
Using a mild soap (i.e. Ivory), warm water and your hands (a wash cloth can be too harsh) thoroughly cleanse the area being sure to remove all traces of Vaseline, pigment and blood. Rinse with clean water and gently pat the area dry with a clean towel or new paper towel.
Leave it alone for 2 days (no cleaning or applying of lotion).
Once the tattoo forms a scab, begin using the Unscented Lubriderm (available at any pharmacy). Apply a VERY thin coat 2-3 times a day until the area regains its original texture.

Always follow this aftercare and the instructions of your tattoo artist over the advice of friends. They may be well meaning but they are not trained professionals and their advice will cause more problems then it's worth.
Do not EVER cover your tattoo with a bandage or plastic covering. This will suffocate the skin as well as create a moist area where bacteria can grow and cause infection.
Do not immerse your tattoo in water or let the shower spray hit it directly. This will cause the scabs to be removed prematurely.
During the scabbing phase of your healing, the area will become VERY itchy. Refrain from scratching or picking at the tattoo. This will remove scabs, which will cause loss of pigment and scarring.
Keep tight clothing away from you tattoo during the entire healing. In the case of leg and footwork, do not wear nylons, leggings or socks against the area.
Stay out of baths, pools, lakes, rivers, oceans, hot tubs and saunas until the tattoo is fully healed (usually 2 weeks to one month).
Do not expose your new tattoo to direct sunlight as it will burn in as little as 10 minutes and result in prolonged healing, excessive scabbing and some loss of colour.
DO NOT USE PETROLEUM BASED PRODUCTS SUCH AS POLYSPORIN AND NEOSPORIN!