India, April 29 -- After finally conquering your dread of needles, you have summoned all your bravado, sauntered into the studio, and walked out freshly inked. The thrill and giddiness of getting a tattoo is whether it's your first or your fifth, stays the same. Once the adrenaline goes down, the aftercare anxiety settles in, especially in the care for the first few days.

But your aftercare can be a total breeze as well with the help of a few smart aftercare tips. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Prashant Yaduvanshi, Founder, ShamanInk, shared with us an aftercare guide.

Here's the complete guide Prashant shared, right from the first day:

Immediately after getting your tattoo, your artist will cover it with a sterile bandage or wrap....