AFTERCARE INFORMATION

SECOND SKIN (First 24 hours)

• Leave your second skin on for 24 hours

• It’s normal for fluid/plasma/ink to build up underneath the bandage

• Please do not remove early unless your skin becomes irritated from the bandage

REMOVING SECOND SKIN

• Gently peel off in the shower under warm water

• Remove slowly in the direction of hair growth

• Wash your tattoo immediately after removal

CLEANING YOUR TATTOO

• Use luke-warm water + fragrance free soap

• Gently clean away any residue

• Pat dry with a clean towel

DAYS 1-5

• Wash your tattoo morning + night

• Apply a thin layer of fragrance free lotion after each wash

• Avoid over-moisturising (this is key for fineline tattoos)

• Wear loose, soft clothing over the area

HEALING STAGE DAY 5-14

• You can expect light flaking and peeling

• DO NOT pick or scratch

• Continue light moisturising daily

FOR 2 WEEKS AVOID:

• Direct sun exposure

• Swimming (ocean, pools, spas)

• Fake tan on the area/ any product that isn’t your fragrance free lotion

• Excessive sweating/friction on the area

WHEN TO REACH OUT:

Some redness and peeling is normal, but if you notice:

• Excessive swelling

• Pus or unusual discharge

• On-going irritation

Please contact me or a medical professional

LONG TERM TATTOO CARE:

• Apply SPF 50+ everyday once healed, sun protection keeps your tattoo fine, crisp and long-lasting

TOUCH UPS:

Fineline tattoos are delicate and will soften as they heal. A touch up may be needed once healed, this is part of the process and not a flaw.

A touch up may be needed if:

• Some lines have healed noticeably lighter than others (however this could be intentional depending on the design)

• Small sections of the tattoo look faded or patchy

• Fine details have dropped out during healing

• One part of the design looks uneven compared to the rest

What is normal (no touch up required)

• Slight softening of very fine lines

• A more settled or less crisp appearance once healed

• Changes in tone as the skin regenerates

  Fineline tattoos are designed to heal soft and delicate, NOT bold and heavy

Before reaching out for a touch up wait at least 6 weeks for full healing. The appearance of your tattoo can change a lot between weeks 1-6 so give your tattoo a chance to settle before judging the healed outcome

THINGS TO NOTE:

Some placements (hands, fingers, feet, wrist etc) are much more prone to needing touch ups, especially with fineline work.

When booking a touch up

Please send:

• A clear photo of your healed tattoo

• Natural lighting preferred

This allows me to assess and guide you properly

Any questions?

Feel free to reach out anytime! I’m always happy to help

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