Wash with clean hands
Wash the tattoo with warm, soapy water using clean hands, then pat it dry with a clean towel. Do not scrub the area.
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Good work deserves
good aftercare.
Your tattoo is healing skin. The instructions given at your appointment are tailored to your dressing and tattoo, so always follow those first.
Care for a new tattoo
Clean. Calm.
Protected.
Your tattoo was applied using sterile equipment and procedures, with non-toxic colours. Healing and caring for your tattoo, however, remains your responsibility.
The instructions given at your appointment take priority if they differ from this general guide.
2nd Skin, if needed
If a 2nd Skin is applied, leave it on for 24 to 48 hours. Remove it with warm, soapy water. Contact me if you are unsure about your dressing.
Use BeeMyBalm
Apply a light layer of BeeMyBalm to keep the area moisturised. Avoid hand creams for at least the first 10 days.
Keep it lightly moisturised
If 2nd Skin is not needed, use BeeMyBalm to support healing. Too much product or water can leave the surface overly wet.
Expect itching and scabbing
Itching and scabbing are a normal part of healing. Keep applying BeeMyBalm as needed, but do not scratch, pick or peel the tattoo.
Watch clothing and contact
Keep the tattoo dry but moisturised while it heals. Be mindful of clothing; BeeMyBalm contains coconut and vitamin E oils.
Do’s and don’ts
Give it time
to heal well.
- Do not pick or scratch the tattoo.
- Keep it out of direct sun. Do not apply suntan lotion during the first 10 days.
- Avoid salt water and swimming pools until the tattoo is healed—at least 14 days.
- Keep the area free from dust, paint, cement, oil, grease and similar irritants.
- Contact me any time if you have a question about your tattoo.
When something feels wrong
Ask early.
Don’t guess.
Contact me if you are unsure about the healing process. Seek prompt medical advice if redness is spreading, pain or swelling is worsening, the area feels increasingly hot, there is pus, or you develop a fever or feel unwell.
This page offers general guidance and does not replace personalised medical advice.
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