Always make sure to take care of your new tattoo.  It is very important that you follow the guidelines listed below.

1) You may remove the wrap after 1 hour.  At this time you should wash your new tattoo with luke-warm water and a mild soap.  A liquid antibacterial soap or a bar soap that is perfume free is fine.  Do not use anything abrasive when washing, actually your hand is the best.  Pat dry – do not rub – using a clean towel or paper towel.  Follow with a VERY LIGHT application of vitamin A&D ointment.  DO NOT use Neosporin.  You should wash your tattoo 2-3 times a day and apply the A&D ointment afterwards for the first 4 days.  Lotion can be used after 4 days.

2) Showering is absolutely fine as long as you do not submerge your tattoo in water for extended periods of time.  Swimming and Hot tubs should be avoided for at least 2 weeks.

3) Scabbing, peeling, and itching are all normal as your tattoo begins to heal.  DO NOT PICK OR SCRATCH as you will damage your new tattoo.  Pat or tap to control the itch.  You may also apply a perfume free lotion to help the itching and reduce the scabbing and peeling.

4) Always protect your tattoo from the sun.  Use a minimum SPF30 sunblock, it will keep the colors vibrant for years to come. 

5) Enjoy your new tattoo !!!

Please let me know when I can help you again !!!

Steve Laube – Wicked Image Tattoos

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