aftercare,
step by step.

cling wrap healing

Your tattoo was covered with cling wrap at the studio. Ink pooling or a milky look under the wrap is normal — don't panic.

1. Remove the wrap after 2 hours. Wash your hands, lather unscented soap and clean the tattoo gently in soft circles. Rinse with clean water. Once only.
2. Pat dry — never rub. Dab lightly with a fresh, clean towel, then let it air dry for 6 hours before anything touches it.
3. Moisturise — thin layer, daily. Unscented moisturiser only, once or twice a day, every day for 30 days. Less is more.
4. Showering from day 2. Normal showers and running water are fine. Don't soak it, and no soap directly on the tattoo.
5. Let it scab naturally. Scabbing and itching are normal. Don't pick, don't scratch — ever. Don't let scabs rub on clothes or surfaces.

second skin healing

Your tattoo was covered with second skin (Dermalize) — a clear, breathable, waterproof film.

1. Days 1–7: wear it. Keep the second skin on for 7 full days. Shower normally; just avoid a heavy water stream on it for long periods.
2. Day 7: remove it — slowly, under running water. Full steps are below.
3. From day 7: moisturise for 30 days. Unscented moisturiser, thin layer, once or twice a day.
4. Let it scab naturally. Don't pick, don't scratch. Showering is fine — no soaking, no soap directly on the tattoo.

⚠ Call us straight away if you see unusual redness or swelling under the second skin before day 7: 097521 95661.

removing second skin on day 7

1. Keep the tattoo under running water and slowly start peeling from all sides, along the skin. (Ekdum se mat kheechna — never rip it off.)
2. Throw the film away. The tattoo will look messy — don't worry.
3. Take some unscented handwash and make a foam. Rub it on the tattoo with light hands for about 60 seconds.
4. Wash it away. Repeat once more, just the same.
5. Rinse everything with clean water.
6. Dab dab dab it dry with a clean towel (not tissue — it can stick). Please don't rub.
7. Let it air dry. Start moisturising 12 hours after this — twice a day is fine.
8. Send us a picture on WhatsApp so we can see everything is all good.

The skin looks thoda ajeeb sa after removing second skin, because it was under the glue all this time. It starts looking normal after a day. Watch the removal reel on Instagram.

don'ts (both methods)

• No gym for 1 week.
• No pools, jacuzzis or bathtubs for 15 days.
• No direct sunlight on the tattoo for 30 days.
• No picking or scratching scabs — ever.
• No soap directly on the tattoo in the shower.
• No scented products — soap or moisturiser.
• No dust, dirt or pets near the tattoo.
• Second skin: don't remove it before day 7, and never rip it.

Full healing takes 4–6 weeks. About 45 days after your session we check in to see the healed tattoo.

aftercare questions.

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