Cling film : Leave on for 1 hour or until home
Second skin : Leave on for 3-5 days
If your skin gets red or itchy around the edges take it off immediately
TO TAKE OFF :
Hold the area under lukewarm running water (shower is easiest), grab one of the bottom corners and gently pull down & away from the tattoo (like a command strip)
AFTER :
- wash tattoo gently with fragrance-free antibacterial soap and continue to do this daily
- moisturise with tattoo balm twice daily (only need a small amount of balm ~ enough to make the tatt shine) for 2-3 weeks minimum
Recommended aftercare balms:
Hustle Butter, Dr Pickle, Inky Tattoo Salve, PawPaw ointment
Fineline tattoos will take 2-3 weeks to heal on the surface and 4-6 weeks to fully heal - Follow aftercare thoroughly during this time
Things to avoid:
- Do not pick, scratch or peel your fresh tatt
- No swimming, baths or spas for 2-4 weeks
- Do not expose your tattoo to direct sunlight for minimum 3 weeks β
- Do not wear abrasive materials, jewellery, bras or shoes that rub against your tattoo
Please see touch up policy here