You shouldn't avoid water entirely, but you should avoid swimming while your tattoo heals. Showering as usual will present no problems, but don't soap the tattoo or scrub it. Don't soak in a bath because that can damage your tattoo. Swimming in a chlorine-treated pool poses a...

A new tattoo usually takes ten to fourteen days to heal. The healing process depends on several factors. The placement of the tattoo and the way you care for it can have an effect on how long it takes your new tattoo to heal. If your tattoo is on a fleshy area of your body, such as the upper arm,...