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Helpful
Hints & Advice
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| 1. Always follow this aftercare and the instructions of your tattoo artist over the advice of friends. They may be well meaning but they are not trained professionals and bad advice may damage your tattoo. |
| 2. Never re-cover your tattoo with a bandage or plastic covering. This will suffocate the skin as well as create a moist area where bacteria can grow and cause infection, or cause scabs to come off prematurely. |
| 3. KEEP YOUR TATTOO DRY UNTIL ALL SCABS HAVE COME OFF - usually 1-2 weeks. Do not immerse the tattoo in water or let the shower spray hit it directly. This will cause the scabs to be removed prematurely, often resulting in colour loss. |
| 4. During the scabbing phase of your healing, the area may become very itchy. Avoid scratching or picking at the tattoo. This will remove scabs, which may cause loss of pigment and scarring. |
| 5. Keep tight clothing away from your tattoo during the entire healing process. In the case of leg and footwork, do not wear nylons, leggings or tight socks against the area. |