Once you arrive home from your tattoo appointment:

After a few hours, you can remove the tattoo covering.

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.

Gently wash the tattoo with warm water and a fragrance-free soap.

Pat your skin dry with a paper towel.

Apply a small amount of your desired aftercare product, such as Aquaphor or Tatty Stick.

At this point, you can leave the covering off to let your skin breathe and heal.

While your tattoo heals, you should:

Continue washing your tattoo and moisturizing it 2-3 times daily using the above method.

Wear loose sun-protective clothing when going outside.

Call your doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection.

Until the tattoo has fully healed, DO NOT:

Put anything on the tattoo that may irritate it such as scented moisturizer or sunscreen.

Scratch or pick at the tattoo or any scabbing.

Wear tight clothing that may rub the tattoo.

Go swimming or immerse the tattoo in water. Stick to showers!