- Leave the covering on for 2-3 hours.
- Wash your hands before carefully removing the bandage.
- Wash the tattoo with lukewarm water and antibacterial soap.
- Let the tattoo air dry or pat it dry with a clean paper towel.
- Apply a non-scented antibacterial cream (A&d ointments or Bepanthene).
- Once your tattoo is clean and moisturized, avoid rewrapping it.
- Wash and moisturize your tattoo daily until the scabs are gone.
- Avoid scratching or picking at your tattoo.
- Keep your tattoo out of direct sunlight.
- Avoid soaking the tattoo in water.
- Wear clean, loose-fitting clothing to avoid irritating your tattoo.
- Wait for your tattoo to heal before doing
strenuous workouts.