1) Don't listen to anyone else regarding tattoo care! Each Artist knows what works for the way they tattoo.

2) Don't remove the bandage sooner than 2 hours (even to show friends) but don't leave it on longer than 10 hours.

3) Wash the tattoo immediately after removing the bandage with warm water and mild soap (we use dove or ivory) and pat dry. DO NOT REBANDAGE!

4) For 3 days wash your tattoo 5-7 times a day.

5) On the 4th day apply a dab of light weight lotion. The first ingredient must be water and the second glycerin (no thick Ointments!).

6) Don't soak the tattoo (quick showers are ok) for 2 weeks.

7) No swimmin in oceans, lakes, or pools; no saunas, steamrooms, or hot tubs for 2 weeks.

8) Don't pick or scratch scab (when itchy apply a dab of lotion).

9) No nylon or elastic apparel on tattoo (including panty hose). No tight fitting clothes that rubs on tattoo.

10) To keep your tattoo looking good for the rest of your life ALWAYS WEAR SUNBLOCK ON THE TATTOO WHENEVER YOU'RE OUT IN THE SUN!!! SPF of at least 50 on the tattoo!!!