Below you will find general information about healing process of your new tattoo for more detailed directions & advice or if you have any adverse reactions, you should contact your tattooist immediately.

1. Leave the Clingfilm on for 2-4 hours.

2. Wash your hands well then remove the Clingfilm.

3. Immediately after removing Clingfilm, gently wash your tattoo using only your fingertips, (do not use a facecloth, sponge etc, until the tattoo has completely healed) with a good quality un-fragranced liquid soap and cool to lukewarm water (cool water is less likely to stimulate fresh bleeding). Rinse the area thoroughly.

4. Allow the tattoo to dry naturally in the air (for about 10 minutes) – do not wipe or rub it dry.

5. Apply a small amount of Tatty Patty tattoo aftercare sparingly (a little goes along way) with clean hands.

6. Repeat the last two steps everyday 3 times per day. Always keep the tattoo site clean from dirt and germs.

7. You should continue to treat your new tattoo in this way for about 2-3 weeks, or until the tattoo has stopped flaking and is no longer dry and shiny. (Always ensure that your hands are freshly washed when cleaning the tattoo)

Remember:

DO NOT scratch or pick your new tattoo

DO NOT soak in baths and avoid swimming

DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or sunbeds

You need to avoid: any contact with dirt, oil or grease and other irritants as well as unwashed hands, body fluids, make-up, fake tan and some skin, hair and body products. Soaking or submerging in water, direct sunlight or heat exposure, saunas, steam rooms, cardiovascular, aerobic or any other exercises that would make you sweat, tight clothing and contact with pets.