Wait for it to heal
After washing properly, it is important to give the tattoo time to heal. While it heals, you should do the following things:
- Wear clothes that can protect the area from sun rays when you go out.
- Call your doctor or tattoo artist if you observe any symptoms of infection or other conditions.
While waiting for your tattoo to heal, you should not do the following things:
- Cover the tattoo with sunblock until it is completely healed
- Go swimming or soak your body in water (showers are okay)
- Wear tight clothes over the tattoo
- Itch or pick the tattoo