DAY OF/DAY AFTER:

• If you have the second skin applied to your tattoo, keep it wrapped for no more than 24hrs.

• If you have gladwrap over your tattoo, keep it on for 2hrs then take it off.

• When the film or gladwrap is off, wash the tattoo with warm water to remove any excess ink then pat dry with a clean towel.

• Apply a small amount of our Vegan Antiseptic Tattoo Balm (buy in store) or Dr. Pickles (from Woolworths) with clean hands. DO NOT USE BEPANTHEN. Bepanthen is an oil-based product and can clog the pores, which can affect how well your tattoo heals.

FOR THE NEXT 2-3 WEEKS:

• Use our tattoo balm or Dr. Pickles for 3 times a day for the next 2/3 weeks or until the tattoo is fully healed.

• After 3-4 days the tattoo will flake and get quite itchy. Do not scratch it! Use our tattoo balm or Dr. Pickles ointment to stop flaking.

• Keep the tattoo area lightly moist during the healing period. Do not allow the tattoo to dry out.

WHAT NOT TO DO:

• Don’t touch the tattoo after handling pets

• Keep the tattoo away from furniture or clothing with pet hair

• No fake tan or tanning salon

• No scratching picking or peeling

• No swimming

• No sauna, jacuzzi or baths

• No sun on the tattoo

• No shaving the tattoo area

• No excessive exercise that promotes sweating; including gym work outs, boxing, cycling, contact sports etc.

If you experience any problems with the aftercare instructions or products recommended here, discontinue use immediately.