Do not try to remove a tattoo at home
Do not use bleach, acid, sandpaper, salt, or abrasive scrubs
Do not cut, burn, freeze, or puncture the skin
Do not use unverified creams or DIY chemical mixtures
Do not pick at scabs or peel the skin
If you want tattoo removal, consult a licensed dermatologist or tattoo removal clinic
Ask about professional laser removal
Ask about surgical removal for small tattoos
Seek medical care if the area becomes red, swollen, painful, or infected