1. Regular Cleaning

Clean your piercing with saline solution twice a day, morning and evening, until fully healed.

Repeat this for first 8 weeks and whenever your piercing is irritated.

During first week you can use infusion of sage, should relieve discomfort and swelling. If you don't know how to do one at home, as Kate!

2. Always wash your hands 

Before you start cleaning your freshly pierced skin.

Not following this step can cause infection, your piercing does not require any rotation during healing so do not touch it if your hands are not freshly cleaned.

3. Don't change your jewelery

Please don't try to change your jewelery (piercing) too soon.

For example:

 - Earlobe piercing can be changed over after first 6 weeks, it takes 6-8 weeks for the earlobe to heal fully

 - Cartilage piercing can take up to 4 months to exchange piercing, fully healed after 9-12 months.

4. Avoid Swimming

Please do not swim in public pools, open waters (sea, loch), microbiology of waters is high in bacteria and viruses concentration.

5. Sleep

Avoid sleeping on fresh piercing, if possible use travel cushions (donuts), using some support will reduce pressure on piercing which will result in better comfort and will help to avoid complications.

6. Solutions to avoid

Do not use any oils and ointments, contact lenses solutions, any peroxide products.

Savlon, alcohol is not permitted, long-term use can cause skin irritation and complications in recovery of your soft tissue.

7. Alcohol and drug use

Try not to drink or do drugs before your piercing procedure and up to 48hrs after.

Disclaimer: these are directions for some piercing that can ease your healing.

If you have any prolonged redness (after 2-3 weeks), fluids or squeeze in your piercing please contact your piercing specialist.

Don't wear any thick or irritating clothes, loose clothes can prevent irritation of the piercing, 

Be careful when doing your body washing routine any pull on fresh piercing can result in irritation.

General advise about mouth piercings:

Mucus membranes are naturally healing faster and without complications due to moisture conditions but to help relieve swelling you can use sage infusion (cold) or ice cubes for short periods of time.

If you have any questions contact Kate.

LASER TATTOO REMOVAL AFTERCARE

How to Care for Your Skin Before and After Treatment

Following these instructions carefully will help protect your skin, support healing and reduce the risk of complications. Please read all the information below and contact Agnes if you have any questions or concerns.

Before Your Treatment

Avoid tanning: Avoid direct sun exposure, sunbeds and fake tan on the treatment area for at least four weeks before your appointment. Your practitioner may require a longer period if your skin is tanned.

Shave the treatment area: If the area has hair, gently shave it approximately 24 hours before your appointment, unless your practitioner advises otherwise.

Medication changes: Inform Agnes of any changes to your medication, supplements or health before treatment. Do not stop prescribed medication without consulting your healthcare professional.

Arrive with clean skin: The treatment area should be clean and free from fake tan, makeup, creams and other cosmetic products.

After Your Treatment

1. Redness, Swelling and Cooling

Redness, swelling, warmth and tenderness are common immediately after laser tattoo removal.

Apply a clean, cool compress to help relieve discomfort. Never apply ice directly to your skin.

Follow the cooling and dressing instructions provided by Agnes.

If discomfort or swelling becomes severe, worsens unexpectedly or does not begin to improve, seek medical advice.

2. Keep the Area Clean

Follow the specific instructions given by Agnes for cleaning and dressing the treated area.

If the skin is intact, avoid unnecessary touching for the first 24 hours.

Wash your hands before touching the treated area.

When cleaning is permitted, use gentle methods and pat the skin dry rather than rubbing it.

Use only the aftercare products recommended or supplied by Agnes.

Do not apply antiseptic ointments, hydrocortisone cream or other medicated products unless specifically advised by an appropriate healthcare professional. Agnes will advise you on the appropriate aftercare product for your skin.

3. Dressings and Protection

A sterile dressing may be applied after treatment to protect the area.

Keep the area covered if recommended, particularly where clothing may rub against the skin.

Change dressings as instructed and use clean materials.

If the dressing becomes wet, dirty or loose, follow the dressing instructions provided by Agnes.

4. Blisters, Scabs and Crusting

Blistering, scabbing and crusting can occur after laser tattoo removal.

Do not pick, scratch, rub or deliberately burst blisters.

Allow scabs and crusts to fall away naturally.

Do not peel away loose skin.

Avoid anything that could scrape or injure the treated area.

Picking at scabs or damaging the healing skin can increase the risk of infection, scarring and pigmentation changes.

If you develop large or painful blisters, spreading redness, increasing pain, pus or unusual discharge, contact Agnes promptly and seek medical advice where appropriate.

5. Washing, Bathing and Water Exposure

Avoid soaking the treated area for at least 24–48 hours, or longer if your skin is broken or your practitioner advises it.

Showers are generally preferable to baths, but follow your individual aftercare instructions.

Avoid swimming pools, hot tubs, whirlpools and other communal bathing facilities until the skin has healed.

Do not scrub the treated area or use hot water on sensitive skin.

6. Exercise, Heat and Sweating

For the first 48 hours, avoid activities that cause excessive sweating or irritation.

Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms and other heat treatments until the skin has settled. If blistering or scabbing develops, continue to avoid activities that may disturb the healing area until it has healed.

7. Sun Exposure and Tanning

The treated area may be more sensitive to sunlight during healing.

Avoid direct sun exposure and sunbeds throughout your treatment course.

Keep the area covered with clothing when possible.

Once the skin has healed sufficiently to tolerate sunscreen, apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30, preferably SPF 50, and reapply as directed.

Continue protecting the area from the sun between sessions and after completing your treatment course.

Do not apply sunscreen directly to broken or irritated skin unless advised by your healthcare professional.

8. Skincare Products and Cosmetics

Until the skin has healed:

Avoid perfume, fragranced lotions and irritating body products on the treated area.

Avoid exfoliants, retinol, Retin-A, Renova, glycolic acids, bleaching creams and other active skincare products.

Do not apply makeup to broken or blistered skin.

Avoid shaving, waxing or other hair-removal methods over the treated area until it has recovered.

Reintroduce your usual skincare products only when the skin has healed and your practitioner advises it is appropriate.

9. Smoking and Alcohol

Avoid excessive alcohol consumption while recovering. If possible, avoid smoking, as smoking can impair the body's normal healing processes.

While Your Skin Is Healing

Please remember to:

Wear loose clothing to minimise rubbing and irritation.

Keep the area clean and follow your dressing instructions.

Avoid picking at scabs or bursting blisters.

Avoid swimming and soaking until the skin has healed.

Avoid direct sunlight, sunbeds and tanning products.

Contact Agnes if you are concerned about your recovery.

Healing times vary depending on the treatment, the area treated and your individual skin response. Many skin reactions settle over days to weeks, but complete healing can take several weeks or longer.

Possible Side Effects

Laser tattoo removal can cause temporary skin reactions. These may include:

Redness and swelling.

Tenderness or a sunburn-like sensation.

Bruising or pinpoint bleeding.

Blistering.

Scabbing and crusting.

Dryness, itching or irritation.

Temporary lightening or darkening of the skin.

Temporary hair loss in the treated area.

Less commonly, complications may include infection, scarring or persistent changes in skin pigmentation. Results and recovery times vary from person to person.

Immediately after treatment, the tattoo may appear white or frosted. This is a temporary reaction that can occur when laser energy interacts with the tattoo pigment.

Blisters or scabs may develop during the following hours or days. Do not pick at them, and contact Agnes if you are concerned about the reaction.

When to Seek Medical Advice

Contact Agnes if you have concerns about your healing.

Seek prompt medical advice if you develop spreading redness, increasing pain, warmth, pus, worsening swelling or other signs of infection. If you feel seriously unwell or experience rapidly worsening symptoms, seek urgent medical care.

Questions or Concerns?

Your skin's recovery is an important part of the tattoo removal process. Following your aftercare instructions helps reduce avoidable complications and supports the best possible healing.

If you have any questions, please contact Agnes.

For further information, visit our Laser Tattoo Removal FAQ.