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Remove bandage or wrap after 12 hours
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Wash tattoo gently with soap and warm
water to remove all medication, excess color and dried blood - we recommend
Provon Medicated Lotion Soap
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Dry tattoo by blotting with soft
clean dry towel
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It’s important to
wash the area and your hands with an antibacterial soap before and
after to eliminate bacteria. Use only recommended ointment
(Polysporin,
bacitracin or royal A & D ointment.) Use only a small amount. Rub in
thoroughly and
wipe off excess.
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A slight
protective scab will form in about 2 days. Do not scratch or pick it!
Slap it gently with clean hands if it really itches. Do not expose
the area to direct sunlight.
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Do not
use any lotion with fragrances or dyes (i.e. NO
coco butter,
or any lotion that is not Jergen’s Medicated or Lubriderm fragrance free
,dye free lotion). It is still important to only use a small amount and wipe
away the excess.
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After your tattoo is smooth and
healed you can use lotions specified above.
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Do not soak in
bath and no swimming during the healing process.
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While sleeping.
Take the proper steps to make sure your tattoo does not stick to your bed,
sheets, pillow or blanket. If it does: Take The Whole Sheet OR Blanket In to
the SHOWER, and let the water remove it. DO NOT pull it off or pieces will
come off and your tattoo will be splotchy.
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Proper care during healing will
insure quality color and detail of the artwork.
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Healing will be complete in 5 to 10
days.
