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AFTERCARE ADVICE
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WET HEALING
only use this healing method if you have
been advised to do so by your artist.
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PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY
Your artist will wrap your tattoo before you leave the studio.
You should leave this wrap on for the rest of the day,
or until the morning after your appointment.​​
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When it is time to unwrap your tattoo, do so with clean dry hands, once the wrap is removed rinse with water that is room temperature , use circular motions with your fingertips to remove any residue that has built up.
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Once your tattoo is free of residue, use clean hands to apply a small amount of tattoo soap, then using circular motions with your fingertips lather up into a foam, then rinse until all foam is gone.
(if you do not have tattoo specific soap, just use water, NEVER use generic soaps, or scrubs)
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Once you have washed your tattoo use kitchen towel
(we recomend plenty brand) to pat the tattoo dry, apply slight pressure to soak up any moisture, then dispose of towels. (do not use bath towels, or face cloths) Never rub your new tattoo dry.
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as soon as the tattoo has been dried
re-wrap with cling film and fix in place with tape.
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For the first 3/4 days of healing follow
the cleaning routine outlined above.
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1-unwrap
2-wash
3-dry
4-rewrap
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when using the wet healing method it is important to re-wrap your tattoo as soon as it has been washed and dried,
the tattoo needs to be wrapped constantly, if at any point you allow your tattoo to be unwrapped and dry out
it is important not to re-wrap it.
Do not allow your new tattoo to be submerged in water, or be exposed to steamy environments, avoid baths while your tattoo is healing and keep showers short and not too hot.
After a while (days or weeks depending on the individual)
the tattooed area will begin to feel dry, at this point you
can start using a tattoo balm to soothe the itchy skin.
With a clean dry hand to apply a *small*
(we mean it a little goes a long way)
amount of balm to your skin with your finger tips
until all of the product is absorbed.
Do not use scented lotions/antiseptic creams
we recommend using a tattoo specific aftercare balm
which can be purchased from our studio.
Every tattoo, and every body heals at its own pace.
We believe that your body knows best so we recommend only using balm on your tattooed skin when it feels like it needs it.
Once your tattoo is fully healed and settled in you can continue to use our balm to keep your tattooed skin well moisturised and healthy, this will help to keep your tattoos looking their best.
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-Do not pick or scratch
the tattooed area.
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-Keep your new tattoo away
from pets/pet hair.
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-Let the air get to your tattoo as much as possible.
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-If your tattoo needs to be
covered be sure to wear
loose fitting cotton clothing.
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-Do not use sun beds or
fake tan while your
new tattoo is healing.
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-Avoid any strenuous
exercise while your
tattoo is healing.
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-do not over moisturise.
Be mindful, your new tattoo is an open wound and should
be treat with care and attention to give your body
the best chance heal quickly and trouble free.
It is rare, but occasionally a tattoo can become infected,
it is important you know the signs to look out for as early treatment is best In the unlikely event that your new tattoo becomes infected.
Signs of infection can include but are not limited to;
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-soreness/redness that
subsides then reappears.
-Extremely hot/tight skin
around the tattoo.
-Red streaky skin coming
away from the tattoo.
-Presence of Weeping/pus.
-Hot and cold chills / fever.
-Enlarged lymph nodes.
If you notice any of these signs please get in touch with us as soon as possible, we will then advise the next steps to take.
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Ocasionally tattoos may need a touch up,
if the advice outlined above is not followed this
can increase your chance of needing a touch up.
Placement and style of tattoo can also
contribute to needing a touch up.
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if after your tattoo is fully healed you notice t
hat it needs a touch up please get in touch with
your artist as soon as possible.
touch up sessions are subject to a set up fee of £30
this can be waived at the artists discretion.
if you are booked in for another tattoo
the fee is automatically waived.
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If you have any other questions or concerns
please do not hesitate to contact us.