This nourishing aftercare balm helps to moisturize and protect fresh tattoos, particularly fine-line designs, ensuring they heal smoothly and with vibrant results. Here’s how you make it:
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🔬 Method:
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Sanitise Your Workspace
Before starting, clean and sanitise all equipment and surfaces.-
Use alcohol to disinfect tools, containers, and work surfaces
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Wear disposable gloves throughout the process
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Maintain a clean, sterile environment
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Melt the Shea Butter
Gently heat 500g of shea butter in a clean pot until fully melted into a liquid oil. Use low heat. -
Add Oils
Remove from heat and immediately add:-
20 drops Almond Oil
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20 drops Vitamin E Oil
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20 drops Lemon Oil
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20 drops Wild Rose Oil
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Mix Thoroughly
Stir the mixture well to ensure all oils are combined evenly. -
Cool Slightly & Decant
Let the mixture cool slightly, then carefully pour into a clean, easy-pour container. -
Fill the Tubs
Use a sterile syringe or pipette to fill your 5ml tubs with the balm. -
Cover and Set
Cover filled tubs with a clean dust sheet to protect from dust.
Allow to set at room temperature for 3–4 hours until solid. -
Clean, Seal, and Store
Once set:-
Wipe each tub with an alcohol wipe or antibacterial cloth
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Seal with lids
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Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months
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