If your bandage is so tight that it sticks to your tattoo, then you should use running water to loosen the covering. Let the water drip gently upon the bandage until you feel the adhesive lose its grip. Once it is loose, gently take the bandage off.
You might accidentally knock off one of your scabs. If it was just a small scab, you shouldn’t worry too much because you probably haven’t lost a lot of ink. If it’s a bigger scab, then you might have to get it retouched in time.
Do not use soap with dyes or scents. A mild soap is best.
For the first three weeks, you should avoid swimming. If you swim regularly, you should try to avoid swimming for the time it takes your tattoo to heal.
Do not use too much moisturizer. If you do this, then you run the risk of removing some of your tattoo’s ink. Do not use petroleum jelly. This will cause your tattoo to lose ink.
Try lifting your legs and arms at intervals.
If you wear socks regularly, then make sure you take them off for a few hours during the day. After these first few weeks, you can begin to wear shoes again. However, you should treat your feet as gently as possible. You should take your shoes off as soon as you get the chance, and then make sure to wash your feet thoroughly. If you have to wear footwear as part of your job, make sure that you take a break for the time that you need your feet to heal. If this is not possible, then you should consider wearing sandals.
