How to care for your new tattoo in the best simplest way possible to reduce the risk of infection and keep your tattoo vibrant and beautiful?

The following tips are gathered from the internet recommended by some professional tattoo artists for your reference.

Expose your healing skin to air as much as possible but avoid prolonged exposure to the sun. Remember, no sauna, no Jacuzzi, no tanning & no shaving.

Avoid getting a lot of water on your new tattoo - showers are OK, but no swimming for a few weeks.

Resist scratching the skin or picking at scabs, no matter how much it itches. If it feels itchy, you can slap your tattoo, this will relieve you somewhat.

Wear clean, loose and comfortable clothing over the tattooed area. Your skin should heal in about two weeks.

Apply sunblock to your tattoo after it has healed, to help prevent burns and fading.

Some people can be allergic to the ingredients in hand lotions and antibiotic ointments.

A reaction can appear as small pimples or redness around the Tattoo area.
If this occurs, discontinue use of this type ointment, Wash with alcohol, let dry for the day and switch to Vaseline lotion or a different brand skin lotion (look at label, do not use same ingredients as in reactive brand).

Some people may have an adverse reaction to the particular pigment used in the Tattoo ink this may result in swelling or itching. This can usually be relieved by using a topical corticosteroid cream and keeping the Tattoo out of direct sunlight (which may make the reaction worse).

Also it is noted that that some people have an 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.

If, after getting your new tattoo, you experience extreme swelling, unbearable itching, excruciating pain, fever, a rash or any other unusual symptoms that may indicate infection, allergic reaction or other serious complication, contact a doctor immediately.

The above info is provided by a good friend of mine.

cheers
chris1982