hOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR INK

A fresh tattoo is essentially an open wound, and it should be cared for with that in mind.

✦ Avoid letting partners, friends or pets touch the tattooed area during the healing process.
✦ Healing times can vary, but most tattoos take about 2 weeks to heal on the surface.

hEALING WITH MEDICAL ADHESIVE

✦ Wash your hands thoroughly before touching the tattoo or removing the protective film.
✦ Gently peel the film away from your skin, ideally under running water to reduce irritation.
✦ Clean the tattoo using a mild, fragrance-free soap. Make sure to remove all plasma, blood, and any sticky residue.
✦ Allow the area to air dry, or gently pat it dry with a clean paper towel — avoid using cloth towels.
✦ Apply a very thin layer of a recommended tattoo cream or balm to keep the skin moisturized without clogging it.

While the top layer of skin typically heals within two weeks, the deeper layers of the dermis continue to heal over a longer period. During this time, it’s important to keep the skin moisturized regularly to support proper healing and maintain the quality of your tattoo.

To prevent fading and damage, always protect your tattoo from the sun. Use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher whenever the tattooed area is exposed to sunlight.

✦ Always wash your hands thoroughly before touching your tattoo.
✦ Clean the tattoo twice a day, ideally once in the morning and once in the evening, using a mild, fragrance-free soap.
✦ Wear loose, breathable clothing over the tattooed area to avoid friction and allow airflow. Tight clothing can irritate the skin and slow down the healing process.
✦ Avoid materials that shed fibers or trap moisture, such as wool or synthetic fabrics, especially during the first few days.

To ensure proper healing and preserve the quality of your tattoo, please avoid the following:

✦ Intense or heavy exercise that causes excessive sweating or friction near the tattooed area
✦ Scratching, slapping, or picking at the tattoo — even if it becomes itchy or scabs form
✦ Direct sun exposure, swimming, baths, or time in saunas/steam rooms during the healing period
✦ Covering the tattoo with non-breathable materials, such as cling film, once the initial dressing is removed
✦ Using lotions, creams, or balms that haven’t been specifically recommended — some products may irritate or delay healing

If you have been given regular cling film, please remove this within 4hrs after being tattooed and start the aftercare process.