Splash warm water onto the tattooed area. Do not rub water on the skin or allow a stream of water to run over the area if you can help it.
Dab antibacterial soap all over the tattoo.
Wash the soap off by splashing more water onto the area and dry by gently dabbing a clean towel or simply air-drying.
Smear a thin layer of protective ointment over the tattoo. Try not to use too much ointment, just a very thin layer. A little ointment goes a long way.
Continue washing and lathering with ointment three or four times a day for the first three days, then switch to a non-scented hand lotion. Scented lotion contains alcohol and will dry the tattoo out, causing it to heal unevenly.
Clean the pierced area thoroughly with warm water and antibacterial soap. Always use a clean towel to dry the area or simply allow it to air-dry.
Create a sea salt and warm-water mixture using only natural sea salt. Do not use regular salt.
Pour the mixture over the tattooed area and make sure it gets all the way down into the skin. Allow the mixture to dry naturally.