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Remove the clingfilm/dressing after 4-6 hours and wash gently with
warm water and antibacterial soap
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Let
the tattoo dry in the fresh air for a few minutes or alternatively
dry by pressing a soft, clean towel gently against the tattoo.
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Spread over a thin layer of Holey Skin Tattoo Healing Cream, recover with clingfilm and tape it securely in place.
Repeat this process for the first 3 days, changing the dressing twice
a day.
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Do
not pick the scab – let it heal naturally.
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Do
NOT have a bath for the first few weeks – stick to showers!
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Protect your tattoo against the direct sunlight for 6 weeks. After
that you will have to use a sunblock up to 50SPF every time you
expose your tattoo to direct sunlight (if you go to the beach you
must apply every 2 hours).
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In
the case of artificial tanning, cover the tattoo with a towel, or use
a high factor sun-block.
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Do
not use a sauna or go swimming in the sea or a swimming pool until
the tattoo has completely healed. This process will take about
6 weeks.
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Ensure your tattoo is cleaned properly every day and that your hands
are properly washed before you apply the cream to your tattoo.
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It is advisable to use Holey Skin Tattoo Healing Cream for the first
2 weeks only. After that we advise using lotions containing
vitamin E.
