A glass pipette releasing a drop of milky PRIME serum, the lightweight pre-tattoo texture — Step 1 · PRIME Preparation SerumFor the 21 days before your appointment. Two drops twice a day, measured by a precision glass pipette.

Salt crust, water and milky serum, for the ectoin and ceramides in PRIME — Step 1 · How PRIME worksEctoin from salt crystals, with ceramides, strengthens skin before the needle so your lines sit sharp.

A soft swirl of white LOCK lotion, the post-tattoo recovery texture — Step 2 · LOCK Recovery ComplexFor the 14 days of healing. Light and breathable, because healing skin needs air, not a heavy seal.

Gotu kola leaves, chamomile flowers and a drop of oil, for the centella, bisabolol and squalane in LOCK — Step 2 · How LOCK worksGotu kola actives help hold the pigment while skin recovers. Chamomile and squalane calm the itch.

Prepare and Recover

SYSTEM

Name: SYSTEM
Brand: SKINGRAPHICA
SKU: 950001
Price: 249.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)

The preparation and recovery collection

5.0 · 4 reviews

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Includes PRIME and LOCK, each in its own packaging

Your full protocol for a new tattoo, in one box and for less. PRIME for the 21 days before your appointment, LOCK for the 14 days of healing.

Ideal for a significant new piece, from a first sleeve to a full back, where the result matters from the first line.

Complimentary U.S. shipping. Duties and tariffs paid.
U.S. delivery in 3 to 5 business days.
Dermatologist approved, clinically proven and independently lab tested.
Airless glass pumps, with a precision glass pipette for PRIME. Untouched by fingers. Why it matters
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For life after healing

SYSTEM PLUS adds SHIELD for $100 (usually $135), to protect the finished piece every day.

How to use

PRIME Twice daily on the area to be tattooed, for the 21 days before your appointment. Stop at least 12 hours before the needle.

LOCK Once the covering comes off, a thin even layer 3 to 5 times a day for the 14 days of healing.

Ingredients

PRIME Aqua (Water), Dimethicone, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Propanediol, Inulin, Ectoin, Betaine, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Banksia Serrata (Banksia) Flower Extract, Carbomer, Sodium Benzoate

LOCK Aqua (Water), Isoamyl Laurate, Propanediol, Hexyldecanol, Squalane, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Panthenol, Magnesium Sulfate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Zinc Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Bisabolol, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, Stearic Acid, Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) Seed Extract, Asiaticoside, Tocopherol, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Banksia Serrata (Banksia) Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate

Delivery and returns

Complimentary shipping on every U.S. order. Duties and tariffs paid. Shipped from Australia to more than 20 countries, with import duties covered on every order and U.S. tariffs covered too. We do not currently deliver to Italy or Spain. Every order is tracked from our door to yours.

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What it does

Every stage it covers, and why it matters.

Continuity of care

One collection from 21 days before your appointment to the end of healing.

Skin readiness

PRIME creates a smooth, hydrated surface for needle glide and ink grip.

Recovery care

LOCK maintains comfort and pigment clarity as your tattoo settles.

Ink-Safe™ technology

Both formulations are made for tattooed skin.

Your protocol

What the SYSTEM covers.

The first two stages, from 21 days before your appointment to the end of the 14 days of healing.

Plan your protocol

21 days beforePreparePRIME

Day 0AppointmentYour artist

14 days of healingRecoverLOCK

Once healedProtectSHIELD

Years laterRestoreLUME

The science

The lead active in every formulation.

A precise formulation, built around actives with a proven role in caring for tattooed skin.

PRIME · Ectoin

A protective molecule first found in organisms that survive extreme conditions. It shields skin cells under stress and holds water in the surface.

LOCK · Centella asiatica triterpenes

Asiaticoside, madecassic acid and asiatic acid, the active compounds that support skin repair.

How to use

One stage at a time, in order.

Step 1 · Prepare

PRIME

Apply twice daily to the area to be tattooed, beginning 21 days before your appointment. Stop at least 12 hours before the needle.

Step 2 · Recover

LOCK

Begin once the covering comes off, usually 24 to 48 hours after your appointment. Apply a thin, even layer 3 to 5 times a day for the 14 days of healing, or until fully recovered.

The SKINGRAPHICA^® standard

Engineered for tattooed skin. Proven on it.

Trusted by the world’s highest ranked artists and studios. Every formulation pairs Ink-Safe™ technology with proven actives, made in Australia.

Dermatologist approved

Suitable for sensitive and freshly tattooed skin.

Clinically proven

Well tolerated on repeated use, including sensitive skin.

Independently lab tested

Every formulation, before it ever reaches skin.

Ink-Safe™ technology

Cares for skin and protects the pigment.

Reviews

Chosen by the world’s finest artists. Worn by the collectors of their work.

5.04 reviews · 100% would recommend

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Product performance5.0

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Jonathan S.
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I recommend this product
Who are you? Customer
Product Standouts Superior Healing, Design & Packaging, Dramatic Results, Great Texture
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
New way of approaching tattoo care
Great products, this is the second time I have ordered now. You can really tell the difference both these products make to the finished artwork!
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Claire W.
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I recommend this product
Who are you? Customer
Product Standouts Superior Healing, Fast Acting, Dramatic Results, Great Texture, Design & Packaging
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Stunningly Simple Superb Products
These two products are heavenly simple to use. Using Prime daily before my tattoo day arrived was a comfort to know my skin was ready for my special inky art. Then over to Lock was a blessing for the healing to start and kept discomfort to a remarkable minimum. Thankyou to Studio Ramguard for exceptional experiences. C
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Mark S.
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I recommend this product
Who are you? Customer
Product Standouts Superior Healing, Dramatic Results, Great Texture, Active Ingredients
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Prep & Lock creams
Purchased the 21 day prep cream and the 14 day lock lotion for my black & grey sleeve and the blacks are solid and bright, couldn't be happier, great product!
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Vaughan M.
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I recommend this product
Who are you? Professional Tattoo Artist
Product Standouts Superior Healing, Dramatic Results, Dermatologist Approved, Active Ingredients, Design & Packaging
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Next level tattoo care!
Finally someone has put in the work to create a scientifically studied, dermatologically formulated skin product specifically for tattoos! This stuff is amazing! Can’t recommend it enough to my clients!
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