Bee's wax in some lotions can clog pores and is not recommended. Use moisturizing lotion for 3 to 5 times a day for another 4 or 5 days. It is true that Petroleum jelly or any petroleum based products tend to drain the color from a Tattoo. Please do not be stingy with the purchase of Tattoo aftercare products. You probably will spend a lot of money for a nice Tattoo, so the amount spent on care products is negligible.
Some people can be allergic to the ingredients in hand lotions and antibiotic ointments.
A reaction can appear as small pimples or a redness around the Tattoo area. Some people may have an adverse reaction to the particular pigment used in the Tattoo ink this may result in swelling or itching. Also it is noted that that some people have a allergic reaction that occurs in certain colors when exposed to sunlight. This is rare and if it does occur do not itch the area as this will only increase the reaction. A cold compress pack and the application of a topical corticosteroid cream should reduce the swelling.