1. Remove The wrap/bandage you left the studio with, after 3 hours
2. Wash tattoo with fragrance free, anti-bacterial soap.
3. Apply a light layer of unscented cream. Do not use vaseline or sudocreme! 
4. Repeat steps 2&3, 3 times a day for 3 days
5. On the fourth day, switch to mild moisturising lotion specific for tattoos (e.g. bepanthen tattoo cream, Aqueous cream). Continue moisturising for 3 weeks.
6. No sun, swimming or soaking underwater for 3 weeks.
7. Do NOT pick or scratch your tattoo while healing. Allow any scabs that form to fall off naturally.
8. Once fully healed, use lotion and sunblock to preserve your tattoo If you have any concerns, please contact us immediately. Itching, a little soreness and slight redness is normal in the first few days, however if your new tattoo becomes inflammed/swollen, hot, or there is any discharge, this would be a cause for concern and you should contact your GP, call 111 or if you are feverish and feeling unwell as well as having pain, inflammation etc, head straight to A&E.
Although infections are uncommon, it can happen and is easily treated if caught in good time, so if you have any concerns at all, it’s better to be safe and assured.