Remove the bandage carefully after 30 min - 3 hours. If bandage tries to stick, moisten it and remove gently.

Once exposed, wash thoroughly but gently, using only your hand and a good anti-bacterial soap such as Dial liquid. (There are many brands, just be sure it is anti-bacterial, clear and unscented if available.)

Do not re-bandage Tattoo! Depending on the nature of your job, it may be necessary to wear clothing that will serve as a loose fitting bandage, but do not keep Tattoo covered from fresh air.

For the first 10 days or so, apply a small amount of A&D ointment,triple antibiotic, or Aquaphor several times a day. Use sparingly and rub it in like you would hand lotion, then blot off any excess with a tissue.

Never rub, scratch, or pick at Tattoo. If a scab forms, let it fall off naturally, never pick at it!

Do not expose Tattoo to direct sunlight or tanning beds for at least 2 weeks. After that, use at least SPF 15 or higher, or keep Tattoo covered.

Do not swim, soak in bathtub or in sauna for at least 2 weeks. The sun, saltwater, and chlorine act as a bleach and the result  will be a faded or ruined tattoo.

Be sure that any clothes that touches your tattoo are clean and soft.

Do not wear pantyhose over your tattoo for at least two weeks.

Do not shave over your tattoo for one month.

Healing time is usually one to two weeks, however this may vary.

To keep tattoo bright apply quality lotion from time to time.

The tattoo is your responsibility after you leave the studio.

Always wash hands thoroughly with antibacterial soap before touching piercing.

Wash piercing at least twice daily with antibacterial soap, such as, Tea Tree Oil soap, Dial liquid soap, or Soft soap liquid, clear and unscented if available.  Be sure to wash 60 seconds, rinse 60 seconds, and dry thoroughly with a clean paper towel or tissue.

Use a salt solution, 1 tsp. salt to one cup warm water mixed thoroughly, three times daily for two weeks.  Be sure to rinse thoroughly.

Avoid any tight clothing or tight waist bands.

Never use any alcohol, peroxide, or any creams or ointments.

Any questions, problems, Etc. please call.

Keep your talking to a minimum for the first 2-3 days.

Always wash hands thoroughly with antibacterial soap before touching piercing.

Be sure to tighten balls on barbell at least once daily to prevent accidental loss or swallowing.

Use a saltwater solution, 1 tsp. salt to one cup warm water mixed thoroughly, three times daily for two weeks.  Be sure to rinse thoroughly.

(optional)  Use a small amount of Glyoxide two to four times daily.

Swelling may be reduced by holding ice water in mouth or by taking an over the counter antihistamine such as Benadryl, as long as you are not allergic to it.