AFTERCARE GUIDE

Thanks for getting tattooed by us.

If this is your first time getting tattooed please try and remember your tattoo is basically an open wound and needs to be treated hygienically at all times. Do not touch your tattoo or apply aftercare without washing your hands. Keep furry friends away from your tattoo.

It is also important that during the healing process, your tattoo is not itched, scratched, or submerged in water. This includes things such as tight clothing over a healing tattoo or swimming with a fresh tattoo. Use good common sense in your care.

You will want to keep the wrap that has been placed on your tattoo for the next 3-4 hours. After this time has passed, remove the wrap and wash your tattoo under warm running water. Wash with a small amount of mild, unscented soap - We recommend using Dove Beauty Bar. All tattoos bleed and release an amount of ink and plasma, ensure you gently wash this off with your fingertips. Gently pat your tattoo dry with a paper towel or a clean bath towel. Leave the tattoo to air dry for 10-15 minutes and then proceed with either healing method below.

CLING FILM METHOD

(Recommend for people with adhesive allergies)

• Wrap your tattoo in cling film for the first two nights.

• Continue with the warm wash process at least twice a day for the next 7 days.

• On the 3rd day you can begin to apply the smallest amount of INKY Tattoo Salve thinly over your tattoo, twice a day for the next 7 days.

• Make sure the tattoo is dry and your hands are clean.

• Wear loose-fitting clothing and avoid rubbing or stretching the area of your new tattoo.

• Please avoid gyms or excessive sweating for the first 7 days.

ADHESIVE BANDAGE METHOD

• We recommend using Fixomull stretch

• Cut a single piece to the size of your tattoo leaving roughly 2cm around the edge.

• Make sure your hands and tattoo are clean and dry. Apply the bandage whilst your body part with the tattoo is in a natural position so it doesn't pull when you move.

• You may need someone else to help you depending on the position.

• Apply directly to the tattoo and smoothen the edges.

• For the next 7 days, wash the bandage with hot soapy water and dry it twice a day.

• When removing the bandage, make sure it is wet or lather baby oil.

• Pull from one corner firmly in one motion.

• The tattoo should be completely healed and ready to be moisturized with INKY Tatto Salve.