How long does it take for a small tattoo on the back to heal?

Question

I just got my first tattoo today =D But I have a massage scheduled in 12 days and would like to know whether i should reschedule it or not due to my tattoo? Would it be mostly healed by then, or healed enough to have a masseuse massage on and/or around the area?

Answer 1

About a week. Oh and btw, when  it scabs, don't scratch it. I found it handy to slap it gently, this satisfys your desire to scratch it

Answer 2

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