Aftercare
At the studio:
Once we have finished your tattoo, we will wrap it with cling film and secure it using micropore tape.
We have aftercare cream available to purchase in store- we use Kanzo Tattoo Balm at Sublime. You can check out the ingredients and information about the balm here.
When you get home:
Remove the clingfilm from your tattoo after 3 hours.
Once this is removed, wash the tattoo under warm water, using an antibacterial non fragranced soap.
Pat the tattoo completely dry using kitchen towel, then apply a thin layer of aftercare cream (we recommend either palmers cocoa butter or kanzo tattoo balm).
Repeat this process of washing and drying the tattoo once a day, and apply a thin layer of aftercare cream 2-3 times a day. Repeat this process for 2-3 weeks until the tattoo is healed.
Best Healing Practices
Whilst the tattoo is healing, please avoid:
- Exposure to direct sunlight.
You cannot put suncream on the tattoo, so please keep it covered- we recommend wearing a loose fitting shirt over the skin if you will be in the sun!
- Using scented or tinted creams (including fake tan) for 2 weeks minimum.
- Baths, saunas, swimming in the sea or a pool (showers are fine)
- Itching/picking at tattoo
- Tight clothing/shoes that rub on the tattoo
- Sunbeds (please avoid for 4 weeks minimum)
- Intense exercise for 48 hours after the tattoo
You are fine to exercise, but ensure as soon as you have completed your workout you wash the skin to remove any sweat. Listen to your body- if the tattoo starts hurting, please refrain from continuing the exercise until it has healed further.
