SKNWRKS Spray|Palmers Cocobutter Solid Formula
☩Having kept the wrap on for a minimum of three hours. Thoroughly wash your hands with anti-bacterial fragrance-free soap (like carex) and warm water. I recommend using a Butterluxe Green Soap Bar to look after your tattoo.
☩Carefully remove the wrap or bandage that has been applied. This wrap protects your tattoo from any bacteria entering the site. Aim to keep this wrap on until you are in a suitable environment to clean your tattoo. With warm water and soap, Thoroughly wipe away all of the excess ink and plasma build up from the area.
☩Pat the tattoo dry with fresh kitchen roll or allow the skin to air dry. Aim to avoid anything from touching the tattoo, Treat your tattoo like an open wound.
☩The following day when your tattoo begins to feel tight, I recommend you start applying Solid Formula Palmers Cocobutter or a balm specifically made for tattoos like Butterluxe or Hustle Butter. Gently massage a thin layer into the skin and never apply too much as to clog your pores. Avoid petroleum based products like Vaseline/Bepanthen. Always check ingredients for possible allergies. Before you apply anything to your tattoo make sure that your hands are clean. An indication that you are blocking your hair follicles by applying too much balm could be small yellow spots, In the case of this, it is recommended that you now reduce the amount of cream used.
☩Continue to keep the area washed and repeat 2-3 TIMES DAILY, For 14 days. Using a combination of SKNWRKS spray +Solid Formula Palmers Cocobutter to heal, spraying whenever coming into contact with anything.
☩It is essential that you DO NOT submerge the tattoo fully in water, for example (NO swimming pools, hot tubs, beaches and baths) for at least two weeks. Continue showering.
☩It is advisable to wear clean, older, loose fitting, comfortable clothing over the tattooed area during the first night, as your new tattoo may secrete excess pigment and/or blood. You can rewrap your tattoo in cling film for the first night to avoid staining your sheets. Be mindful of pets and pet hair around a fresh tattoo.
☩During the healing process, it is normal for your tattoo to feel itchy but refrain from picking or scratching scabs. Instead try to wear soft, loose and comfortable clothing over your tattoo and moisturise when needed. If your tattoo seems too dry or cracking, this could be an indication that you should apply cream more frequently (while NEVER soaking your tattoo in moisture.)
☩On average it takes around 2-3 weeks for the tattoo to heal, and a full month for it to look settled. Keep your tattoo covered from the sun/limit direct sun exposure in the first 3-4 weeks, this includes sunbeds. Once healed wear SPF.
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