-If your artist used DermShield (aka Saniderm, Tegaderm, etc), leave it on for 2 days
-When its time to take off the bandage, touch your new tattoo with clean hands only
-Gently wash with antibacterial soap and pat dry with a clean towel
-Apply ointment or moisturizer recommended by your artist twice per day until your tattoo heals
-Let your tattoo breathe in between moisturizing
-Do not pick or scratch it
-Avoid prolonged sun exposure and submerging it underwater for extended periods of time