FAQ & Aftercare Tips

🖋️ Tattoo Aftercare

Apply your chosen aftercare (our TBC Aftercare range or Skinergy) twice to three times daily until healing is complete or as instructed by your artist in session. Coconut oil is fine too.
If you’ve used a healing film like 2nd Skin (or similar protective film), keep it in place as instructed - this helps with healing, minimizes scabbing, and protects the work. 24hrs for the first sheet applied after your session, remove and apply your second sheet at home after cleaning and air-drying the tattoo. Apply with clean sterile hands. DO NOT USE DETTOL OR SAVLON. ANTIBACTERIAL/FRAGRANCE-FREE SOAP IS SUITABLE. WASH, RINSE, TAP DRY AND ALLOW TO AIR DRY BEFORE APPLYING YOUR SECOND SHEET.
Once the film comes off (or if you haven’t used one): gently wash with fragrance‑free soap, pat dry with a clean towel, and apply a thin layer of aftercare cream.
Avoid picking, scratching, or removing any scabs prematurely - this can affect the finish and longevity of the tattoo.
Avoid soaking in baths, hot tubs or pools for the first 2‑3 weeks; showers are fine if the area is rinsed gently. Keep washes to 5–10 mins and treat the tattoo gently as it is a wound.
After healing, protect your tattoo from sun exposure: we carry SPF 30 and SPF 50 in our Skinergy range for long-term protection.
Touch-ups are not free. You are responsible for proper aftercare once you leave our premises. Aftercare is crucial and plays a vital role in long-term results.

Healing time varies depending on placement, aftercare, and lifestyle. Typical healing ranges:

General aftercare tips:

Clean twice daily using a saline solution or recommended aftercare spray/cream.
Avoid touching or rotating jewellery until fully healed (unless cleaning as instructed).
Avoid sleeping on fresh piercings, swimming in pools/hot tubs, and exposing to heavy sweat/friction early on.
Seek medical advice if you notice severe pain, swelling, pus, or other infection signs.
How you take care of your piercing, affects your healing time too!

Mix at home for natural cleaning:

Using Pro Numb cream can make your session more comfortable:

Apply up to 2 hours before your session for full absorption.
Cover with cling-film or plastic wrap after application to retain warmth and enhance numbing.
During the session (once skin is open), use a numbing gel (available in our range) for extra comfort.
Effects vary — some clients feel strong numbness, others moderate.
Follow product instructions carefully and disclose allergies or sensitivities.
We recommend picking up your cream before the session so you can apply at home and save time. At least an hour is required before we start tattooing.

Can I use 2nd Skin film for my tattoo? Yes - it protects, reduces scabbing, and speeds surface healing. Follow manufacturer instructions, then switch to aftercare cream.
Which SPF should I choose for my healed tattoo? SPF 30 and SPF 50 are available in our Skinergy range; apply daily to preserve colour and clarity.
How long before I can swim after a tattoo or piercing? Wait at least 2–3 weeks for a tattoo (longer if still scabbing) and until a piercing is fully healed.
What if my piercing shows signs of infection? Mild redness is normal for first days; contact piercer/doctor if severe pain, swelling, pus, or fever occurs.
Do house calls/events include aftercare and products? Yes, on request or order we bring our full service and product range so guests can leave with aftercare kits or numbing options.
Are touch-ups free? No - touch-ups are not free. Aftercare is your responsibility after leaving our premises and is crucial for long-term results.