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🖋️ Welcome to the King Ink Studio Blog

Welcome to the official blog of King Ink Studio — one of Sri Lanka’s leading tattoo studios where art meets passion, and stories come to life on skin.

Founded by a family of artists with deep roots in creative expression, we offer professional tattooing and piercing services in a safe, hygienic, and inspiring environment. Whether you’re here for your first tattoo or you’re adding to a growing collection, we’re honored to be part of your journey.

We believe that tattoos aren’t just ink on skin — they’re powerful symbols of identity, emotion, memory, and transformation. And we’re here to make sure your experience is as meaningful and safe as possible.

🧼 Tattoo & Piercing Aftercare Guide

Taking proper care of your tattoo or piercing is crucial for healing and long-lasting results. Here’s everything you need to know after you leave the studio:

✒️ Tattoo Aftercare

Day 1:

• Leave the bandage on for at least 2–4 hours after your session.
  
  

• Wash your hands thoroughly before touching your tattoo.
  
  

• Gently wash the tattoo with lukewarm water and a mild, fragrance-free soap.
  
  

• Pat dry with a clean towel or tissue — never rub.
  
  

Days 2–14:

• Apply a thin layer of tattoo aftercare cream or unscented healing ointment 2–3 times daily.
  
  

• Keep your tattoo moisturized, but not over-saturated.
  
  

• Do not scratch or peel any scabs or flakes — this is normal healing.
  
  

• Avoid direct sunlight, swimming pools, saunas, or gym workouts that may cause friction or sweating on the area.
  
  

• Wear loose, breathable clothing over the tattoo.
  
  

After 2 Weeks:

• Continue moisturizing.
  
  

• Avoid prolonged sun exposure; use high SPF sunscreen once healed.
  
  

🧿 Piercing Aftercare

• Clean the piercing area twice daily using saline solution or piercing aftercare spray.
  
  

• Avoid touching or twisting the jewelry with unwashed hands.
  
  

• Do not remove or change the jewelry during the healing period.
  
  

• Avoid swimming, makeup, or hair products near the area.
  
  

• Healing time varies:
  
  

  • Ear/Eyebrow/Nose: 6–12 weeks
    
    

  • Naval or Cartilage: 3–6 months
    
    

  • Oral Piercings: 2–4 weeks
    
    

Important: If you experience signs of infection (excessive redness, swelling, pus, or pain), contact us or consult a medical professional immediately.

✅ Our Guarantee to You

At King Ink Studio, we stand by our work.

Tattoo Touch-Up Guarantee

• We offer one free touch-up within the first 3 months of your tattoo session.
  
  

• Touch-ups must be scheduled in advance and are not valid if the tattoo has been visibly neglected or improperly cared for.
  
  

• Fading due to poor aftercare, sunburn, or friction is not covered.
  
  

Piercing Jewelry Guarantee

• If your jewelry causes unexpected reactions or discomfort, we will help you find a suitable replacement (conditions apply).
  
  

• Lost jewelry is not covered under guarantee.

TATTOO CARE AND WARRANTY

• After the tattoo has been booked, the deposit is paid, the artist will send you an email with the instructions for the after care for the tattoo. Or the tattoo artist at the end of your tattoo will give you a detailed explanation of how to take care of your freshly made tattoo. By following the care instructions, you will significantly reduce the risks and aesthetic defects associated with getting tattoos.

• The tattoo warranty does not cover damage that has caused the tattoo ink to come off the skin due to mechanical actions, excessive sweat secretion, greasing, or rancidity in the post-wrapping (it is not recommended to cover the tattoo again). The warranty also does not cover the normal aging of the tattoo or exposure to UV light, both of which cause the image to spread or fade. Failure to follow the tattoo care instructions is reflected in the tattoos and such tattoos cannot be granted warranty repair but the customer pays for the repair themselves.
  It’s recommended not to use cortisone based creams, people using them has found that can cause ink spreading under the skin.

• The tattoo artist is not responsible for complications caused by tattoo aftercare, such as inflammation, colour allergies, etc., or clothing stained with tattoo ink, nor is he or she obligated to reimburse the costs incurred for these. The tattoo artist is also not responsible for any changes made to the skin, nor is he obliged or liable to reimburse the costs of repairing them.
  Tattooing on areas of skin known to have low colour retention is not guaranteed at all. (Fingers, palms, ankles down, elbows and knees, in some cases also bends). Warranty repair means a free (a touch-up will remain free if it’s done within 3 months from the tattoo session itself) small so-called ” touch up ” correction , i.e. a quick finish that brings the image back to the original. If more than 1 hour is spent on the repair, the customer is obliged to pay for the additional repair hours after the first free hour. 

• If an abnormality, such as an inflammatory reaction, occurs during the healing phase of the tattoo, contact the tattoo artist who performed the tattoo. The tattoo artist will give you additional instructions.

📞 Contact Us

Got questions or need to book an appointment? We're just a message away.

📍 Visit Us:

King Ink Studio
Colombo, Sri Lanka

📞 Call or WhatsApp:

+94 [77 17 66774]

🕒 Business Hours:

Monday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Appointments Only

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