After Care

TATTOO AFTERCARE

*Recommended cream – Palmer’s Cocoa Butter*

 

Aftercare instructions – using Cling-film

 

Please make sure you wash your hands before using this process 

  • After 2-3 hours remove the cling-film and wash with antibacterial soap and cold water. Pat dry with paper towel and apply a thin layer of moisturizer. After this let your tattoo breathe and leave uncovered
  • If you work in a dusty environment keep the tattoo covered for the first 3 days, changing cling-film every couple of hours throughout the day.
  • Moisturize the tattoo with Palmer’s Cocoa Butter 3 times a day, morning, afternoon and evening for 1 week.
  • After 1 week reduce moisturizing to once a day for 6 weeks or until the tattoo is completely healed.

 

How to get the best of your new tattoo.

  • Keep your tattoo clean! Clean every 2-3 hours with cold water and dry paper towels.
  • Apply moisturizer before showering, then re-apply moisturizer afterwards 
  • DO NOT pick or scratch your tattoo!
  • DO NOT expose your tattoo to direct sunlight!
  • DO NOT soak in the bath, swimming pool or and water for extended periods of time. Quick showers are best during the healing period.
  • DO NOT go to the gym or heavy exercise, sweat can affect the healing process.

 

Symptoms of an infection.

  • Fever. Especially over 102F
  • Prolonged or severe pain, redness and swelling 
  • Sores that contain or weep thick, white or yellow fluid
  • Muscle aches or pain affecting the whole body
  • Extreme thirst
  • Hard, red raised bumps or wounds
  • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting

Any problems do not hesitate to contact the shop​.