Our Story: We started making the original formula back in 2012 with the goal of building better tattoo aftercare. Since then we have kept refining the product to bring you the best in tattoo care. Dr. Pickles is here to look after your skin from the first session and every session after.
Dr. Pickles Original Formula Tattoo Balm (75g) is a natural pawpaw based tattoo aftercare balm made for the healing and recovery of new and existing tattoos. Produced in Brisbane, Queensland, this moisture rich, natural antiseptic is formulated with a blend of fresh and fermented Australian pawpaw and hydrating D-Panthenol.
Dr. Pickles Tattoo Balm is built for everyday tattoo care, blending pawpaw with skin friendly nutrients. The formula is designed to help reduce scab formation and skin dehydration, providing soothing relief to newly tattooed skin.
Our formula not only promotes fast and scab-free skin repair but also allows your skin to breathe during the healing process. Dr. Pickles Tattoo Balm is the preferred choice for tattoo artists and collectors alike.
Key Features of Our Premium Tattoo Balm:
All-Natural
Australian Made
Cruelty-Free
Environmentally Friendly
Paraben and Chemical Free
Natural Antiseptic
Reduces Skin Dehydration & Scab Formation
Promotes Fast Healthy Skin Repair
Designed for Tattooed Skin
Our original formula Tattoo Balm features real Australian papaya, devoid of fillers and petroleum jelly.
Directions for Use:
For a Fresh Tattoo:
After completing the tattoo, most artists recommend following the Dr. Pickles Tattoo Aftercare Method for fresh tattoos:
Remove cling film (plastic wrap) after 2-4 hours.
Before touching your fresh tattoo, sanitize your hands with Dr. Pickles Deluxe Foaming Tattoo Wash.
When removing the film, wash your fresh tattoo with cold water and Dr. Pickles Deluxe Foaming Tattoo Wash. Gently remove all fluids and blood with clean hands (avoid pressing down hard) under running water.
Pat the tattoo dry with a clean towel or paper towel, and let it air until the skin starts to feel tight and dry. Ensure the tattoo breathes whenever it gets wet before entering the peeling stage. Most tattoos should be washed 2-3 times daily.
Apply a thin layer of Dr. Pickles Original Formula Tattoo Balm to your dry tattoo until it is completely healed (usually around 14 days). The layer should be just enough to make the tattoo shine.
Continue applying Dr. Pickles Original Formula Tattoo Balm as directed until the tattoo heals.
The Original Formula Tattoo Balm trusted and tested on millions of tattoos.
Sweet Almond Oil
Rich in Vitamin E and fatty acids, it deeply hydrates and softens the skin.
Beeswax
Locks in moisture and protects tattoos without clogging pores.
D-Panthenol
Accelerates the skin’s natural healing process and reduces redness.
Papaya Extract
Contains natural enzymes that gently dissolve dead skin cells ensuring tattoo vibrancy.
Nutrient-Rich Care
Deeply Nourishing Botanical Blend
Infused with fresh fermented Australian pawpaw and hydrating D-Panthenol, this moisture-rich formula delivers essential vitamins directly to the skin. It’s a petroleum-free blend that provides deep hydration without fillers.
Precision Recovery
Scab-Free Healing
Engineered to create the ideal breathable climate for new tattoos to repair. By actively preventing heavy scab formation and soothing irritation, it protects ink during recovery.
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