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Proper Tattoo Aftercare.

Your new favorite aftercare

Our formula is designed to nourish and protect the skin, promoting faster healing and minimizing inflammation. Proper uses natural oils, essential vitamins, and science, to soothe and hydrate the skin like no other. Our approach accelerates the healing process and ensures that your tattoo stays vibrant and sharp.

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Pro Athletes Use Proper.

Gregor Thom, our sponsored professional fighter, trusts Proper to recover faster between fights. From cuts and bruises to daily training wear, he uses Proper products to heal stronger and get back in the ring ready to win.

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“Proper is the only tattoo aftercare I use.”

“I love Proper’s organic ointment so much.”

“We only sell Proper at our studio.”

Tattoo care.

It’s all we know

We are committed to providing the very best tattoo aftercare to tattoo artists, studios, and collectors around the world. Use Proper to heal faster than ever before. 


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Petroleum Free

You’ll find no petroleum jelly in any of our products. We strictly only use Natural and Certified Organic ingredients. Feel the difference of the most organic tattoo aftercare ever made.

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Certified Organic

Natural vs Organic ingredients... There's a difference. We challenge you to find another aftercare formula that feels and heals the same. There's nothing quite like Proper. 

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Made in the USA

Made in the USA. Loved by tattoo artists and collectors worldwide. We distribute our products to studios in USA, UK, EU and Australia every day. Proper is available online and in at a studio near you.

We don't hinder your art; we heal it.

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FAQs

  • Proper offers a premium line of products designed to support tattoo collectors and artists in keeping their ink looking its best. Our range focuses on essential tattoo care needs: calming irritated skin, aiding the healing process, cleansing effectively, and maintaining or rejuvenating the brilliance of both fresh and older tattoos.

  • Healing a tattoo takes time and varies from person to person. Tattooing causes stress to the skin that needs careful attention. Surface healing happens within 7 days with Proper! Apply Proper throughout the day, keep the skin moisturized, and the formula will do the rest. Proper Balm and Proper Lotion supports the skin’s recovery, while Proper Soap helps safeguard against infection especially during those vulnerable early stages.

  • Proper’s tattoo aftercare products are made with organic ingredients, including beeswax, shea butter, coconut oil, jojoba oil, and lavender oil. These tried and tested natural ingredients work together to soothe, moisturize, and protect your skin while promoting healing.

  • Tattoo artists love using Proper's formula during tattooing; it’s smooth texture makes it easy to apply, helping reduce redness and inflammation as they work. The same formula is also ideal for clients to use afterward, promoting fast healing and keeping their new tattoo looking vibrant.

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