Explicit Ink - Aftercare Balm
Discover the magic of Explicit Ink Aftercare Balm, beautifully handmade and all-natural, perfectly crafted to heal and pamper your skin!
Presented in a "no mess" 50ml applcation tube, just twist and apply!
This vegan balm is free from nasty chemicals and comes in a convenient, no mess twist and apply format. Ideal for healing brand new tattoos, its soothing ingredients work wonders to speed up healing and reduce itchiness and redness. But that's not all – it's also fantastic for treating cuts, scratches, grazes, bruises, and more.
Trust Explicit Ink to care for your skin, just as our resident artist Pete passionately crafts your tattoo masterpieces!
🌿 Key Ingredients & Their Benefits
Calendula Infused Oil (Healing Hero)
A time-honored skin remedy, calendula helps accelerate wound healing, soothe inflamed skin, and reduce discomfort from dryness or irritation. Rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, it’s especially effective for sensitive or compromised skin.
Tamanu Oil (Regenerative Powerhouse)
Sourced from the South Pacific, tamanu oil is prized for its ability to stimulate skin regeneration. It supports wound healing, reduces the appearance of scars, and offers antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action — making it ideal for cuts, bites, and itchy skin.
Black Cumin Seed Oil (Anti-Microbial Shield)
Used for centuries in traditional medicine, black cumin seed oil (Nigella sativa) is rich in thymoquinone, a compound shown to reduce inflammation and support immune response in the skin. It also helps combat bacteria that can delay healing.
Kukui Nut Oil (Deep Nourishment)
This ultra-light, fast-absorbing oil from Hawaii penetrates deeply to hydrate and soften the skin. It’s packed with linoleic acid and vitamins A, C, and E — all essential for supporting damaged skin and relieving irritation or itch.
Botanical Oat Extract (Soothing Barrier Support)
Colloidal oats are known for their skin-calming abilities. This botanical extract relieves itchiness, reduces redness, and supports the skin’s moisture barrier — perfect for calming inflammation while the skin recovers.
Aloe Vera Extract Oil (Cooling & Healing)
Aloe is widely recognized for its cooling, soothing effects on inflamed or wounded skin. In oil form, it delivers prolonged moisture while still offering the anti-inflammatory and regenerative benefits of the fresh plant.
Kokum & Mango Butter (Skin-Replenishing Base)
These non-comedogenic butters deeply nourish the skin without clogging pores. Rich in essential fatty acids, they form a gentle barrier that locks in hydration and protects healing skin from environmental stressors.
Squalane (Silky Emollient for Barrier Repair)
Squalane mimics the skin’s natural oils, helping to reinforce the lipid barrier and prevent moisture loss. It's ultra-light, non-greasy, and supports elasticity and smoothness, especially on dry or healing skin.
Lavender Essential Oil (Aromatic Calm & Antibacterial Support)
Beyond its calming scent, lavender oil is known for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s often used to reduce redness, promote tissue repair, and soothe irritation.
Vitamin E (Antioxidant Protection)
A potent antioxidant that protects skin cells from oxidative stress and supports the skin’s natural healing processes. It also helps extend the shelf life of natural oils in the balm.
Chlorophyll (Natural Green Color + Skin Benefits)
Derived from plants, chlorophyll adds a soft natural green hue and has antioxidant and potential wound-healing properties. It may also assist in keeping skin clean and fresh during the healing process.