Caring for your new tattoo in 5 easy steps
So you just got a new Tattoo that you just love, and you want to know how to take care of it. The artist is no longer to blame for any infection or damage to the tattoo so care of your new picture is up to you. By following these 5 easy steps for the first couple weeks after getting your new body art, you can make sure it looks great forever.
1) Leave the Bandage on for at least two hours. The bandage was put on your tattoo to protect the wound from bacteria found in the air. Removing the bandage too soon can always your tattoo to get infected, which not only is a serious health threat but will also destroy the artwork. Remember that a new tattoo is like a new wound, you have to treat it as such.
2) Wash your tattoo with lukewarm water and mild, liquid antibacterial or antimicrobial soap. Do not anything abrasive such as a wash cloth as you might damage the artwork. After washing your tattoo, pat it dry with a clean towel (do not rub). Read more
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