1. Remove bandage after 1 to 2 hrs. Wash hands with antibacterial soap. Then gently wash your tattoo with warm water and soap. Gently blot dry with paper towel. Never touch healing tattoo with dirty hands!	6. Do not expose the tattoo to sunlight until tattoo is healed. NO tanning! After tattoo is healed, apply sunblock to preserve your tattoo.
2. Apply a very thin coat of A&D Ointment. Do not rebandage the tattoo!	7. While the tattoo is healing, it will begin to flake and itch. Do not pick or scratch the tattoo! Flaking is normal.
3. Apply thin coats of A&D Ointment 2 to 3 times a day for the next 4 days. Wash hands and tattoo between applications. NO Neosporin and NO Vaseline!	8. Wear loose clothing while your tattoo is healing. If possible leave your tattoo exposed.
4. On the 4th day apply non scented lotion to your tattoo 2 to 3 times a day for the next 4 weeks. Curel or Lubriderm lotion is recommended. NO Vaseline lotion!	9. Healing usually takes 3 to 5 weeks.
5. It is okay to shower but do not scrub the tattoo, gently wash the tattoo with your hand. Do not soak the tattoo! No swimming until tattoo is fully healed!