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Congratulations on your new tattoo!

If you forgot everything I told you that’s ok! that’s why I wrote it down for you. There are two different methods for after care I supply so read the one that is applicable to your tattoo.

Second skin care

I will send you home with a second piece of second skin. leave the first piece that I put on you for a day. When changing it over it’s easier to take off in the shower, make sure you clean it with antibacterial-soap between changing. Let the tattoo air dry don’t use a towel. Make sure it is completely dry or it won’t stick properly. Try to follow how I applied it.

1. White part comes off first

2. Place the new piece on the tattoo

3. Pull the green tabs off from the centre to suction it to your skin

4. Leave on for 2 weeks

*Warning some people are allergic to second skin and aren’t aware until they put it on, if you’re skin starts getting red everywhere the second skin is touching take it off immediately.*

Cling Wrap Care

Leave this on for 1-2 hours, or until you get home if you have to do other things before going home.

once you take off the wrap very gently wash the tattoo with antibacterial-soap. To dry the tattoo just let it air dry do not touch it with the towel.

for the first couple of nights make sure the tattoo is covered by clean clothes so it doesn’t touch your bed linen.

You will need to get some tattoo aftercare I recommend any cream that is designed for healing tattoos. Dr pickles or Tattoo Bepanthen are sold at many pharmacies and supermarkets which both are pretty good.

Let your tattoo dry out for the first day and start putting your choice of ointment on the next morning. Continue doing this morning and night for about 2 weeks or whenever your tattoo feels dry. When applying only put a very thin layer, smothering the tattoo will have a reverse effect and could make parts fall out. (less is more).

Make sure you are cleaning the tattoo every time you shower with antibacterial-soap.

To avoid infection and healing issues make sure you avoid the following.

  • Saunas
  • Swimming (Especially the ocean)
  • Exercising
  • Any environment that could cause infection

Please make sure you let me know if you work a job that could put your tattoo at risk if you forgot to mention it and you are worried you can always pop back into the studio and I will put second skin on your tattoo for you.

If you have any concerns while the tattoo is healing please message me, if your concern is immediate or something seems not quite right. Seek medical advice from a professional immediately.