PRIME

Tattoo Preparation Serum
30mL | 1.0 fl oz $254.00

Formulated with our Ink-Safe Barrier Complex™ 

PRIME is a pre-tattoo serum designed to help prepare skin as a refined canvas for inking. Powered by Ink-Safe™ technology, it helps condition, hydrate, and support the skin barrier, creating balanced surface readiness for artistry. The lightweight, fast-absorbing formula smooths the skin’s texture, leaving it supple and primed for the tattoo process.

By supporting resilience before the session begins, PRIME helps create favourable conditions for cleaner lines, richer colour, and enhanced comfort. It is also designed to aid seamless needle glide, helping the artist maintain steady, fluid motion. As the first step in the SKINGRAPHICA system, PRIME sets the stage for exceptional tattoo artistry.

Benefits

Canvas Preparation


Helps ready skin as a smooth, balanced surface for tattoo artistry.

Needle Glide Support


Designed to aid seamless, controlled needle movement during application.

Hydration Boost


Lightweight serum that helps keep skin supple and comfortable before tattooing.

Barrier Support


Formulated to help strengthen the skin’s natural barrier ahead of inking.

Ink-Safe™ Technology

Created specifically for tattooed skin, helping support ink grip and precision linework.

APPLICATION

Apply a thin even layer twice daily to the intended tattoo area.

Use for 21 days leading up to your session and discontinue at least 12 hours before tattooing. Minimise sun exposure to the treated area during this preparation period.

Once your session is complete and the tattoo covering has been removed, begin using LOCK to help support ink grip and recovery.

INGREDIENTS

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

PRE-ORDER INFORMATION

Australian shipping begins December 2025.

International shipping begins January 2026.

All pre-order customers receive 'OG' Status, an exclusive lifetime privilege offering a 5% discount on all future purchases. OG Status is only available to those who pre-order and will never be offered again.

We’ll keep you updated with more precise delivery dates in the coming weeks so you always know when to expect your products.

PRIME
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PRIME

PRIME is a lightweight pre-tattoo serum with Ink-Safe™ technology. It helps condition and hydrate the skin, supporting a smooth, balanced surface ahead of tattooing.

PRIME
PRIME

PRIME is a lightweight pre-tattoo serum with Ink-Safe™ technology. It helps condition and hydrate the skin, supporting a smooth, balanced surface ahead of tattooing.

LOCK is a post-tattoo complex with Ink-Safe™ Technology. Applied after removal of covering, it helps maintain hydration, comfort, and surface balance through recovery.

LOCK
LOCK

LOCK is a post-tattoo complex with Ink-Safe™ Technology. Applied after removal of covering, it helps maintain hydration, comfort, and surface balance through recovery.

SHIELD is a daily SPF 15 protection cream with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps defend tattooed skin from UV, blue light, and environmental stressors.

SHIELD
SHIELD

SHIELD is a daily SPF 15 protection cream with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps defend tattooed skin from UV, blue light, and environmental stressors.

LUME is a dual-action emulsion with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps refresh the appearance of aged or faded tattoos, providing an instant boost in vibrancy while supporting gradual visible improvement with continued use.

30mL | 1.0 fl oz
30mL | 1.0 fl oz

LUME is a dual-action emulsion with Ink-Safe™ Technology. It helps refresh the appearance of aged or faded tattoos, providing an instant boost in vibrancy while supporting gradual visible improvement with continued use.

Key benefits

  • Canvas Preparation

    Creates an optimal foundation by helping balance texture, hydration, and tone, leaving the skin smooth and resilient. This ensures tattoo artists work on a stable, primed surface that supports cleaner lines, greater control, and artwork that appears sharper from the first pass.

  • Needle Glide Support

    Formulated to condition the skin so needles move with less drag and friction. This allows artists greater precision, consistency, and comfort throughout the tattoo process, minimising disruption to the skin while enhancing the overall quality of the linework.

  • Hydration Boost

    Delivers deep, lightweight hydration with humectants that draw and retain moisture. Well-hydrated skin remains more pliable, less prone to micro-tearing, and easier to work with, creating a supple canvas that supports both artistry and comfort during long sessions.

  • Barrier Support

    Strengthens the skin’s natural defence layer in advance of tattooing, helping it withstand the demands of extended inking. By fortifying barrier function, it reduces vulnerability to irritation and supports a healthier, more resilient canvas for long-lasting artistry.

  • Ink-Safe™ Technology

    Engineered exclusively for tattooed skin, ensuring actives work in harmony with ink. Supports enhanced pigment grip, cleaner lines, and even shading, helping tattoos take more effectively from the outset without introducing actives that may compromise pigment hold or clarity.


How to apply

Apply a thin even layer twice daily to the intended tattoo area.

Use for 21 days leading up to your session and discontinue at least 12 hours before tattooing. Minimise sun exposure to the treated area during this preparation period.

Once your session is complete and the tattoo covering has been removed, begin using LOCK to help support ink grip and recovery.


  • Hero ingredients

    Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP)

    Known for strengthening the skin’s natural barrier, helping to create a smooth, resilient canvas ready for tattooing.

    Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)

    Renowned for its hydrating and soothing properties, keeping skin supple and comfortable before ink is applied.

    Ectoin

    A natural cell protector that helps skin resist environmental stress, supporting balance and stability ahead of tattoo work.

    Inulin & Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide (Prebiotics)

    Work to support the skin’s natural microbiome, promoting harmony and reducing imbalance that can affect tattoo readiness.

    Banksia Serrata Extract

    An Australian botanical rich in protective compounds, helping prepare skin with antioxidant support and natural vitality.

    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