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Could any doctor please recommend what would be the best after care for a tattoo just done? just asking out of curiosity?
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Wash and keep covere: A tattoo is basically stabbing your skin with a syringe many times, to avoid infection you should keep it covered, and wash it 3 times a day with soap and water, antiseptic solution may be applied, but never any kind of cream or ointment as they may be the cause of infection.
Answered 6/24/2020
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Infection : Watch for any signs of infection such as redness, pain, drainage etc. keep area clean and dry.
Answered 6/25/2020
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