Naso tangs are very active; thus, it is important to provide it with plenty of swimming space and a large tank. It also needs suitable hiding places. In nature lipstick tangs feed almost entirely on brown macroalgae and should be offered a wide a variety of foods in the aquarium, including plenty of algae. When stressed it develops a blotchy color pattern. It is usually not overly aggressive toward its tankmates, except possibly members of its own kind