After getting your tattoo, you need to take care of it. Immediately after it's done, spend 5 minutes in the studio to dry and clean it with paper towels. Do not cover the design with any makeshift "bandage," but moisturize the design with the appropriate lotion. Following this process will prevent itching. Do not touch the freshly inked tattoo – it can remove the color of the design. It may be tempting to scratch the tattoo, but apply lotion or cream to the tattoo that was suggested by the artist, if it itches without over-moisturizing. Also, you should avoid exposing your new tattoo to the sun – just remember to cover it to protect the ink color, etc. While you can shower with your new tattoo, avoid soaking in hot tubs or swimming in chlorinated pools.