Black And Grey Tattoo Aftercare — Sharp Lines, Clean Heal
Black and grey work lives or dies on its line work and the smoothness of its shading. Both are sensitive to how the surface heals.
Patchy moisture leaves shading looking uneven; aggressive scabs can pull at fine lines. The fix is the same as for colour work — clean, moisturised, hands-off. The Dr Pickles routine is the same Wash & Heal every other piece gets, and it works just as well for black and grey. Foam wash, pat dry, light balm or gel, twice a day. The Original Formula Balm is the most popular pick; the Dermal Soothe Gel is a useful alternative for hotter days or pieces on flexing joints.