Aftercare

Immediately after your tattoo

Once your tattoo is complete, either second skin or Saran wrap will be applied.

• Leave the second skin on for 2 days.

• It can be left on for a maximum of 3 days, but do not exceed this

• When removing, do not rip off, gently peel it away under warm water

Fine line tattoos are delicate. Pulling the second skin off too quickly or forcefully can lift ink from the skin and affect healing.

If the second skin fills with excessive fluid and leaks, or becomes irritated/uncomfortable, please remove it earlier.

• Leave the initial wrap on for a couple of hours

• Remove, gently clean the tattoo with an antibacterial soap, and re-wrap

• Repeat this process every couple of hours

• Do not allow the area to become sweaty

Continue re-wrapping for 2-3 days.

If you are at home, you may allow the tattoo to breathe. Just ensure it stays clean and free from dirt, dust or pet hair.

After removing the second skin or once you stop re-wrapping it:

• Apply a thin layer of aftercare cream or tattoo-specific ointment

• I recommend natural coconut butter

• Apply only when needed

Everyone heals differently. The goal is balance:

• Too dry can cause scabbing

• Too wet can lead to irritation or infection

Your tattoo should feel lightly moisturised, not greasy or suffocated.

• Do not scratch or pick at the tattoo

• Avoid sunbeds and soaking (baths, swimming, saunas) during healing - this is around 2 weeks

• Avoid direct sun exposure until fully healed and follow up with a high SPF sunscreen to protect your healed tattoo overtime and to ensure longevity.