Sweet, you just got a tattoo by me. What now? Below you will find recommended aftercare for your tattoo.

Your tattoo will either be wrapped with plastic wrap or a bandage. Leave this wrapping on for at least 2-3 hours & for a maximum of 5 hours unless otherwise stated. Remove your bandage and with CLEAN hands, wash your tattoo throughly with warm water and unscented soap. Make sure to wash away all of the plasma and ointment that may be on your tattoo. Pat it completely dry with a paper towel, do not rub. Make sure that there is no extra moisture on the tattoo. Do not dry your fresh tattoo with a bath towel, as they harbor bacteria. 

After your tattoo is completely dry, you may apply a very small amount of Aquaphor. (Little goes a long way!) Repeat the process of washing it, patting it dry, and putting ointment on it for the first 2-3 days, 2-3 times a day. 

After the first 3-4 days are over and your tattoo is no longer an open wound. You can reduce the frequency of washing your tattoo to 1-2 times a day. You may apply a small amount of unscented lotion to you tattoo if you feel like it is getting too uncomfortable, but it is best to keep it relatively dry for the first week or so. After the first week, you may use lotion as often as you like. 

Your tattoo will flake, itch, and possibly scab while healing. This is completely normal and is not cause for concern. Do not pick or scratch or pull any scabs. Please avoid long and steamy hot showers, and do not soak your fresh tattoo for at least 2 weeks. Avoid direct sunlight on your tattoo. If your tattoo is fresh, keep is covered under clothing while out in the sun. Once it is healed, apply liberal amounts of high SPF sunblock on your tattoo. The sun will age your tattoo very quickly if not cared for properly. 

Your tattoo will hopefully be fully healed in about a month. If you have any questions about aftercare, please do not hesitate to contact me.