Just as important as the actual tattoo application, is looking after it. The key to a long lasting, deeply coloured tattoo that doesn't fade or or look bad is using the correct aftercare, and taking care of your skin.

We always recommend the following straight after your session under the needle:

Sandierm method

 Keep the first piece on for 12-24 hours. Remove, wash with soap and water, rinse well and dry well with kitchen paper. You'll notice liquid building up under the Sandier, this is normal.

Apply second sheet of Saniderm.

Peel off the paper side first! Allow at least 2cm over lap around the tattoo, press down and then peel off the plastic.

After 24-48 hours change this piece as before.

Leave the third piece on for 4-5 days.

Don't use any creams or lotions whilst using Saniderm a it'll affect the adheshive. Shower as normal but avoid submerging in the bath or swimming. You also need to avoid submerging it this way for two weeks until it's fully healed.

Use Lush's non self preserving Dream Cream alter you have finished wearing the Saniderm to keep moist 4-6 times a day.

 

Cling film method

Keep the cling film that we wrapped your tattoo in on for approx 4-6 hours. Wash with mild soap and warm water, rinse well. Pat dry with kitchen paper,(do not rub). Apply a very thin layer of Tattoo Aftercare (we sell it in the shop). Re-cover with fresh cling film. Repeat these steps every 4-6 hours on the day you are tattooed and the day after. Keep the final wrap of the day on overnight and then remove it and wash as described above in the morning.

From the third day you no longer need to cover with film, you can just use Tattoo Aftercare 3 or 4 times a day, smear a small amount onto the tattoo. You can also use Tattoo Aftercare on older tattoos, to revitalise and keep looking fresh. 

 

Both methods

AVOID GETTING IT WET! Don't swim or lie in the bath with your new tattoo submerged and don't spend too long under the shower until totally healed. This will take around take 7-10 days.

Don't sunbathe or use a sunbed whilst healing and then when it is healed and you are in the sun, always use high factor sunscreen on your tattoo to prevent it from fading.

If you have any questions at all whilst healing please email us [email protected]