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Touch Up Policies

HEALING

It is your responsibility to look after your tattoo when it is finished. Failure to do so may result in a distorted/faded/patchy result.

 

All tattoos heal lighter/duller than the bright and intense black/colour of when it was first done. This is because when you are tattooed, the ink is deposited underneath the first layer of skin; as the tattoo heals, the first layer of skin heals back over the top of the ink and mutes the colour. This is a completely normal and expected change to the tattoo. Even if it was re-done, the skin will still grow back over the top and heal the lighter colour. This is part of getting a tattoo. Very fineline tattoos heal even lighter due to the thinness of the lines and contrast to the skin, if you are wanting a heavier tattoo, you will need to have a thicker lined design.

TOUCH UP POLICY

Do I need a touch-up?


A touch-up isn’t always necessary. Fine-line tattoos naturally heal lighter or slightly grey because of the delicate needles used and the way skin heals. As skin is a living, changing surface, small variations in healing are normal.

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Touch-ups also involve reopening the skin, which can increase the risk of scarring or blow-outs. Elysha always tattoos as gently as possible to meet your needs, but the skin will behave accordingly.

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When should I check?

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  • If needed, it will usually be visible by 4–6 weeks post-appointment. Please reach out at that time with clear photos (in focus and good lighting) so Elysha can assess and confirm whether a touch-up is necessary.
     

  • Touch-ups can only be booked after 6–8 weeks post-appointment, once your tattoo is fully healed.

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General Touch-Up Terms 
 

If needed, one complimentary touch-up is offered on week-days only if:
 

  • It’s a black ink tattoo

  • It’s booked & completed within 3 months of the original appointment

  • It’s not on hands, wrists, fingers, ankles, feet, neck, or ears

  • Aftercare was followed correctly
     

Additional charges apply if:
 

  • Tattoo is colour or grey-wash ($50+) 

  • Touch-up is on high-wear areas (hands, wrists, fingers, ankles, feet, neck, ears) ($50+)

  • Appointment is cancelled/rescheduled within 48 hours ($50+)

  • No free touch ups on weekends ($150+)

  • The touch-up is outside the 3-month period ($150 - full recharge)

  • Aftercare was not followed/negligence during healing ($150 - full recharge)

  • You want the lines thicker ($150 - full recharge)

  • You cancel or reschedule more than once. ($150 - full recharge)

  • You are a no-show to your appointment. ($150 - full recharge)
     

All complimentary touch-ups are subject to artist availability, and it is the client’s responsibility to book within the timeframe.

 

Note: Policies are subject to change at any time. By paying a booking fee or proceeding with your appointment, you agree to the current terms and conditions.

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