how to care for new tattoo
The better you care for your new Tattoo immediately after you get it the better it will heal and look for the rest of your life. At night, just before bed, wipe the area down lightly with alcohol to help control microorganisms on the surface of the skin during your hours of sleep.
Do not use a washcloth, loofah or any type of sponge to clean the tattoo, as these may harbor bacteria. 1  Do not hold the tattoo directly under the water. 2  Wash it indirectly by splashing the water over the tattoo with your hands. 3  The stream of water from the faucet may be too harsh on your new tattoo.