Products I recommend in this video: Sheacare sheacare.co.uk/ Hustle Butter www.hustlebutter.com Palmers Tummy Butter uk.palmers.com/cocoa-butter-formula/29-tummy-butter-for-stretch-marks.html Or any unscented cocoa butter or coconut oil

Tattoo aftercare was a rabbit hole I was not prepared for.

why is it bothering me that her eyebrows line-up pretty much perfectly with her glasses...

Is stupid to think that a tattoo artist will keep "in secret" and won´t tell you how to aftercare your tattoo , the artists matter the final result of the tattoo a lot more than the client itself , the tattoo is the artist presentation card and them always go for the best posible result

I've heard bepathan recently changed the formula to include more lanolin. Which made it clog up the new tattoo wound. I've used Palmers cocoa butter the last 3 tattoos I've gotten, it's healed great, I even hardly saw any flaking, and itching was nearly non-existent.

I watched a lots n lot of videos about healing process and products n stuff, but this girl made it soooo clear and easy. Loved the video.

I prefer dry healing its worked great for me personally. Before work I use a thin layer of moisturizer and after i just clean it off with a paper towel. This was really informative, thank you so much for sharing :)

Super helpful video! 💕 Would you be able to list the aftercare products you mentioned?

I love the roses on your neck! They look stunning!

This is such good advice. I wish everyone could watch this before getting a tattoo. I also love that she recommended hustle butter. It's the best, in my opinion.

luv the drum & bass in the backround! nice video

Love your tattoos and your videos xxx

very informative video, although regarding the healing i would like to add that it depends on the area and the size of the tattoos. that said, the complete healing would take about 3 to 4 weeks, which includes the forming of the new layer of skin that was damaged during the tattooing process. also avoiding exposure to direct sun or heat, and Salt water for the fist month or so will increase the life and strength(Texture) of the tattoo. Good luck and god bless!!!

The artist who did my latest tattoo recommended to cover the tattoo with clingfilm for about 2-3 days, changing the clingfilm and gently cleaning the tattoo with water 2-3 times a day. Before I always did the usual clingfilm till morning, then appropriate cream + washing, but I have to say that this 2-3 day clingfilm procedure made heal my tattoo like never before. When I transitioned from the clingfilm to the cream part I peeled completely in about 2 days. Then it healed really fast, the only issue was that it was a bit dry for the first week, but eventually that was solved via the cream. What is your opinion on this procedure? :) Anyway, great videos, keep up the good work.

Best experiences I’ve had with healing my tattoos was shea butter and naturally, petroleum jelly. If I had to cover it up, or have clothing slightly tighter, I’d apply a very thin layer of well rubbed in petroleum jelly, and whenever I’d get back, or If I was going to moisturise it, I’d lather up some shea butter soap, and then apply and moisturise it into the tattoo, and then lightly dab it off with water, avoiding scratching the tattoo at all. That’s held the pigment super nicely in my tattoos, and really well kept them in! Everything works different. If you’re getting itchy too, resist! Either that, or slap it very lightly.

Treat it like the wound it is. Used Savlon on all of mine, especially my whole back piece. Never had a single problem and very minimal skin peeling or scabbing over when healing. Wash it first thing in the morning after sleeping and every evening. Savlon after both washing and once during the day if it gets a little itchy or really dry.

What if I have tattoos on my fingers? How do I take care of them so they last longer?

I use aveno on my ink and it healed in less than 2 weeks... and I use it from top to toe every day.. and I use dove soap to wash.... I've never had any problems..

Hi Holly! Love your videos. What do you think if things like Saniderm?

i learnt personally to not use bepanthen. it made my tattoo that was supposed to be a black work type - grey and blueish. i used a different cosmetic (easy tattoo) on the other side of the leg and the contours (that side if the leg wasn't filled) of the tattoo are a lot darker.

I got eleven tattoos and eleven different aftercare suggestions LOL you seem really nice, what a shame we arent closer :)

When it is itching badly I slap them instead of scratching lol, works for me :D

I use Carex soap for cleaning out my new tattoos, and then after it has dried I put on a thin layer of Palmer's Cocoa Butter. Rinse and repeat, a few times a day :) I find applying a bit of the Palmer's if it's really itching during the peeling stage helps soothe it so I don't end up accidentally scratching at the tattoo too!

im planning on a neck tattoo.. am i supposed to wrap it with something during sleep and stuff

I have one more quick question for you Holly, what do you think about Tattoo Goo's tattoo aftercare lotion? (The one with Healix Gold + Panthenol, in the yellow and white little tube) Also what do you think the H20 Ocean Blue Green Foam Soap is a good soap to wash your new tattoo with? It's fragrance free and antibacterial.

Film Dressing used for burns are the best way to heal a tattoo. Some companies have made their own and sold them as tattoo aftercare but its the same stuff.

Would my homemade beard balm be better to use than bepanthen? I use organic natural products.. Beeswax, Shea butter, coconut oil, almond oil, tea tree oil, peppermint oil.. ??

A very informative video. i have used Bepanthen on a few of my tattoos but i have also used cocoa butter and aloe vera gel too. You can get a big tube of AV from Holland and Barrett for about 6.99. When it comes to leakage, I use child's bet wetting sheets such as Huggies dry nights or Pampers change mats (I have ASDA own brand ones) as they are absorbent and stop anything getting on your sheets. They are also disposable.

I love the way you say "butter". So freaking cute 😍😍😍

Also do you know why my artist suggest to wash and re-wrap it for the first three days?

Any opinions on washing the tattoo in cold water vs hot water?

Hustle butter is awesome, it really does work well

I’m actually glad this exist because I’m Hopefully getting one soon.

Hi I was wondering if you could give me a little advise please? I've just had a neck tattoo and was wondering about the best aftercare as it's really hard not to move it and stuff. Also everything I read tells me to keep it out of the sun which is impossible as I work outside and we're having this mad heatwave in England, probably not the best time to of had it done. Any advise would be much appreciated thanks

Clean it once a day till it’s healed?

So I got Tattoo Goo pro series can I use it as an aftercare butter / cream

I use Bepanthen when working as I find the "Thick" layer helps against clothes rubbing etc but I do find it tends to leave a bit of a build up. When at home in the tracksuit I prefer something thinner like coconut oil. I recently tried a product called Sorry Mom which gave rather positive results.

How soon can you work out after getting a tattoo?

On my 3rd day. They said to use a light un-scented lotion... no a&d or aquaphor... I can tell it’s dry tho. It’s kinda scaly like it’s dehydrated... wat should I do

I do use panthenol plus is this okay for the aftercare?

How long until you start to apply lotion?

Have you tried Dermalize instead of clingfilm?

Mam, can i use tatwax cream on a 10 days old tattoo?? is it good for healing , shine and protect? pls suggest....

Gosh, you're absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍

i work as a General labour iv 3 off after i get my half sleeve any advice for me to keep it clean while im at work

My tattoo artist told me to stick to aquaphor till it heals to not switch to lotion what are ur opinions on that? Im on 12th day of healing and my tattoo didnt really peel much its already on a shiny coat should I switch to lotion?

Can i use aloevera gel ?

Is ur Dreadlocks r extensions or real. Which shampoo u use?? And how much did u pay?

Hiya, I just got my first tattoo 2 weeks ago, and my artist used Saniderm to cover it up. Basically it's a layer of 2nd skin that you leave on for a couple of days and it stops things from getting gooey and makes it heal faster. Do you have any experience in using this? My parents, sister and brother-in law, who are all heavily tattooed, had never heard of this product, and I wonder why it isn't being used more often. x

She has put the recommended creams in the links below guys!! Stop asking if you can use Vaseline, scar cream etc etc

I wash and moisturise my tattoo twice a day morning and night is that okay?

Is it normal after the top layer of skin peels of your new tattoo does it do wrinkley then a new layer of skin growing over it.

Hey friend ,how do you heal a blackout tattoo,could You help please !!! Thanks

I use unscented Lubriderm lotion in a pea to dime size depending on the size of the tattoo. It's never failed me.

Is lush's elbow grease suitable for aftercare?

I use something called tattoo goo Its amazing.

I translate with google translate sorry? after the tattoo we just have to put a plastic bag if so how long and we have to change it every 1 day?

is aloevera moisturizer is good to 3day old new tattoo ??

I had a tattoo ant the care I was told to leave the cover on for 30 minutes and after that I was to wash it every 4 hours and use baby soap like Johnson &Johnson plain soap after that he told me to use aquaphor which is a thick cream

I feel mine healed in a week. ALSO USE BABY NAPPIES THE MATERIAL INSIDE WORKS WELL TO KEEP HYDRATED IN THE FIRST 3 DAYS. DEPENDING IF YOU HAVE DRY SKIN

I never hear how long a new tattoo should be moisturised for, sometimes ink in certain parts stays like very small bubbles and nobody I know isn't really sure if they should keep moisutising it or leave it. Also no one ever says if moisturising it lightly for months will keep it fresh or doesn't make a difference.

Can i ask Which food i can eat for a week? I know which food avoid but idk which food better for lunch and dinner 😅

Do. You sell in your shop?

Hey, thank's for your advices, I'd like to ask if almond oil is okay as coconut oil to help the tattoo healing?

No itching if it scratches?

Hustle butter took the ink out of my tattoo 😔 I use palmers coco butter fragrance free an amazing product. And I kept the cling film on for 2 hours ( advice from my artist )

sooo pretty mate

All I use is lubriderm. No aquaphor because it can trap bacteria also it won’t let it breath! My neck/throat healed in under 2 weeks. I just got my hand 3 days ago, the swelling went down, starting to get itchy a bit but we will see how it heals 👍

I'm planning on getting a large thigh piece done this summer. Unless something changes, I'll be working at a family restaurant. I've been able to let my first two tattoos heal without havign to deal with them being covered by clothes for long periods of time but a leg can be different, especially in a food service area. Any advice on how to keep a fresh tattoo comfortable and safe under looser fitting capris or pants?

Coconut oil pulls moisture from the skin & is also highly comedogenic.

Tattoos don’t take a week to heal after six days that’s when it peels it usually takes 30 to 36 days when it’s all healed in the scabs are all gone Aquaphor is the best aftercare.

Hi! How about tattoo goo soap and balm?

My tattoo didn’t ooze or weep on the first night or after. Is that normal? Also I was recommended Bepanthen but now I’m seeing it might not be a good idea. I’m not sure what to do because Bepanthen is all I have available

Just in the process of a full sleeve, for me, best results is to wash with dermatological soap and pat dry with kitchen towel 3 times a day and apply a very thin layer of vegan cream (for tattoos) after each wash/dry. Top tips....keep it dry and avoid the sun. I follow these rules and roughly 5 days to heal. 👍🏼

Your roses are amazing!

El Vato tattoo balm is amazing!

Remove clingfilm 4hrs after tattoo completion. Rinse with warm shower and scentless anti bacterial soap/handwash (usually blue) very gently to remove all plasma, let the shower do the work. Dry round edges without touching your new inking, let the fresh masterpiece air dry for at least 30 mins. Apply a tiny amount of Bepanthan, emphasis on very light amount, just enough so the tattoo looks shiny. No visible creme left on skin. Apply every 6-8 hrs or whenever skin begins to tighten, gently showering the area each time DO NOT BATH the area until fully healed. Allow to air dry again, a little less required as time goes on but make sure the area is dry before applying Bepanthan or it will lock the moisture in. Again, the thinner the application the better! Clingfilm for first few nights if required (not too tight)..I.e awkward area like elbow which is easy to catch on bed sheets etc. Next morning remove clingfilm and go through same rigmarole (trust me it's worth it, this inks for life) then clingfilm if clothing will come into contact. Keep this routine going every 8 hrs or whenever possible. Allow the air to get to your new tattoo if and when possible...like when watching TV for example. Clingfilm shouldn't be necessary after a week unless you suffer from the dreaded itch. I find applying cling film forms a protective barrier so you can GENTLY run your finger nails over the itch. DO NOT attempt this without a taught layer of clingfilm over your inking or you've just wasted your hard earned cash because your ink will now be under your nails and said masterpiece will be ruined. The itch WILL go. As long as you keep the area clean and be very cautious your new tattoo should heal fine. This is the method I use and will continue to do so. Happy inking everyone!

There are only 2 ingredients both are used for steralising and healing of grazes and minor cuts, cetrimide and chlorhexidine, works for me ;)

Just came from a video about Bepanthen not being good for healing tattoos because it causes blotchiness and other undesirable results, most of which causing an effect of a new(ish) tattoo to look way older than it is.

Very informative but... you shouldn’t leave the cling film on until the next day , that’s how you get an infection and heavy scabbing due to the blood and plasma drying up . I have 7 tattoos at the moment , I have only had cling film on for 2 hours at the most from leaving the tattoo parlour , and it hasn’t failed me every tattoo has healed 10/10. You are meant to let the wound breathe oxygen is good for it

I never know whether I should re-wrap with (obviously fresh) cling film after washing the tattoo. I’ve seen some tattooists say keep it wrapped for several days and others say to leave it uncovered after removing the initial cling film. It’s hard to know what to do for the best!

My tattoo artist provided the soap and cream with the tattoo. Just part of their service. Good to know that this might not always be the case.

Can you use E45 cream?

I got myself a tattoo last month, and it's been two weeks now and I haven't cleaned it with water. My tattoo artist said I should not let it come in contact with water. Now I can see small amounts of dirt near the tattoo after moisturizing. Im confused whether or not to clean it?

I love ur smile ...... ur name? ?? Plz

What a lovely lady ❤️

wash with scent-free anti-bac soap, apply a very thing layer of tattoo goo or Aquaphor 2-3x a day till it gets dry, has cracking or scabbing, then switch to scent-free lubriderm 2-3x a day till it heals. Done

What’s that plastic film some roller put over their new tattoo?

I wish my tattoos would heal in a week most of mine took 2-3 weeks

Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous girl 😍

Oh my god "LURGIES" LMAO

So do you think 100% Raw Shea Butter Unrefined is a good lotion for your aftercare on new tattoos? I'm thinking of mixing some pure Shea Butter since its a little thick with coconut oil and it will be more creamy and easy to apply on the skin. What do you think about this idea Holly?

What about A+ D ointment??

Someone's studio has been on the old ikea haul ;)

I got a colour tattoo yesterday and it’s been leaking a bit of colour ink - is this normal?

I used Hemp Coconut Oil . any one else??

I've been using raw cocoa and Shea butter to heal my new tattoo I apply it 3 times a day in morning, afternoon, and night. so far it hasn't scabbed up or been itchy it's only three days though old so we will see

You are so pretty

Any advice for a gym rat person who gets a tattoo. Is it better to stay away from the gym with a healing tattoo or is it fine to workout still long as you clean it and shower afterwards

"lurgies" that's fucking stupid but fucking adorable