Did you know that a tattoo is an open wound? Like any wound, it exposes your body to the risk of infection, and improper healing can severely affect the final result of the tattoo. The first few hours are crucial as your body will try to seal the open wound by excreting plasma and blood, which may cause some of the injected ink to be discharged. There are two alternatives for caring for your tattoo. The first and most traditional option is to cover it with plastic for about 4 or 5 hours, and from there on, clean it...