"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Both Bailey and Dr. Collins gave Seventeen the scoop on how to properly care for your tattoo as it heals, ...

Tattoo aftercare is one of the most important parts of the whole process of getting inked—second maybe only to deciding what you want permanently on your body. New York Dermatologist Dr. Dhaval ...

Using a dressing over it for a few days, washing the area a couple of times daily, moisturizing several times, and avoiding sun exposure are some ways to care for your tattoo. Proper aftercare can ...