Aftercare

Now you have some fresh new ink, you want to show it off to all your friends and family. Before you do, it VERY important you follow the aftercare instructions below. It is there to ensure your new ink heals properly and lasts a lifetime.

 
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These steps will be explained to you along with a small tub of balm/cream accompanied by a small roll of micropore tape. Should you have any questions regarding the below, please do get in touch. Thank you.

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Step 1

LEAVE YOUR BANDAGE ON BETWEEN 2-4 HOURS AFTER THE TATTOO.

Step 2

AFTER REMOVAL OF BANDAGE/CLINGFILM WASH THOROUGHLY WITH HOT SOAPY WATER.

Step 3

PAT DRY WITH A CLEAN PAPER TOWEL, THEN APPLY A THIN LAYER OF BUTTERLUXE/PALMERS COCOA BUTTER.

Step 4

THEN RE-WRAP WITH FRESH CLINGFILM.

Step 5

KEEP WRAPPED FOR THE FIRST 24-48 HOURS, WASHING IT TWICE DAILY (MORNING/BEFORE BED)

Step 6

AFTER 2 DAYS, REPEAT STEPS 2+3.

Step 7

NO SUN, NO SOAKING IN WATER OF ANY KIND (BATHS, POOLS, HOT-TUBS ETC).

Step 8

AFTER YOU ARE ALL HEALED. (Usually 2 weeks) All touch up work is included in your original price for up to a year or so, unless you book in for more – we can save it till then.