• Leave your tattoo covered for the first 1-3 hours

• When you get home remove the bandage. Do not re-cover. Your tattoo needs to breathe, just like an open wound.

• With clean hands, wash the tattoo thoroughly (but without scrubbing) using fragrance free anti-bacterial soap and clean warm running water.

• Rinse the tattoo thoroughly and gently pat dry using a clean paper towel. Do NOT use a washcloth or anything abrasive to wash your tattoo (No scrubbing)

• Never wipe your tattoo while drying (use gently pats only)

• Do not re-cover your tattoo

• After each cleaning, apply a small amount of barrier cream to the tattooed area. The lotion should be gently and thoroughly massaged into the tattooed area. We suggest a mild, fragrance free cream for healing tattoos (check the ingredients for possible allergies) the use of other products may cause complications during healing, if you would like to use something different please consult your artist.

• Continue cleaning your new tattoo this way 2-3 times daily for the first 2 weeks unless otherwise specified by your artist.

It is advised to wear clean, older, loose fitting, comfortable clothing over the tattooed area during the first night, as your new tattoo may secrete excess pigment and/or blood. Tattoos normally stain sheets or clothes during the first night.

During the healing process, it is normal for your tattoo to feel itchy. It is also normal for small pieces of skin containing pigment to flake off, especially during cleaning. DO NOT attempt to intentionally remove these. NEVER PICK OR SCRATCH, try to wear soft, loose and comfortable clothing over your tattoo while it is healing.

PROPER HEALING OF THE TATTOO IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

For the duration of the surface healing (approx. 2 weeks).

ALWAYS Keep your tattoo and surrounding area clean.

DO NOT touch your tattoo other than during cleaning.

DO NOT submerge the tattooed area in any type of standing water.

DO NOT pick or scratch your tattoo.

DO NOT expose your tattoo to direct sunlight or tanning beds.

After the tattoo surface is healed always use strong suncream.

Tattoos generally heal quickly, if you have any complications. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR ARTIST AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

DISCLAIMER: These guidelines are based on a vast professional experience, common sense, research and extensive clinical practice. This is not to be considered a substitute for medical advice from a doctor. Be aware, however. That many doctors have no specific training or experience regarding tattooing and may not be educated on how to best assist you.

PLEASE ENSURE THESE GUIDELINES ARE READ AND UNDERSTOOD

ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONSULT YOUR ARTIST BEFORE LEAVING.