Our Story

Created by Tattoo Artists,
For Tattoo Collectors

Tattoo aftercare developed by working tattoo artists in Vancouver.

Lucky Paw Tattoo Cooling Balm tube and box
Marcus (Horiryu II) and Shiyu, founders of Lucky Paw Tattoo Care

Tattoo Artists from Vancouver

Meet Marcus (Horiryu II) and Shiyu

After years of tattooing, we kept hearing the same thing from clients: their tattooed skin felt dry, tight and itchy, and they wanted something that felt good to put on.

So we developed Lucky Paw Tattoo Cooling Balm. Menthol gives it a minty cooling sensation, and avocado, macadamia and coconut oils with shea and cacao butters moisturize dry tattooed skin. It's the balm we wanted to hand our own clients.

It's vegan, made in Canada, and comes with clear directions: let a new tattoo dry heal for the first few days, start once the skin has closed, and never use it on open skin.

Our Mission

Tattoos are an investment — in art, in yourself, and in your story. We're here to help you care for that art with tattoo aftercare developed by tattoo artists.

What Sets Lucky Paw Apart

  • Artist-Developed

    Developed by working tattoo artists who understand the aftercare process firsthand.

  • Vegan & Cruelty-Free

    Made with plant oils and butters. No animal-derived ingredients and no animal testing.

  • Balm Texture

    Plant oils and butters in a balm that spreads thin. A small amount covers a large area.

  • Minty Cooling Sensation

    Menthol gives a minty cooling sensation, and the oils and butters moisturize dry skin, which can help with itch caused by dryness.

What Our Clients Say

What tattoo collectors tell us

Danny's backpiece, tattooed by Shiyu

“Hands down the best tattoo aftercare I've ever used.”

— Danny Client of @shiyu_tattoo
Healed phoenix thigh tattoo by our artists

“Best aftercare I've used so far. Cooling, lightweight, and super effective.”

— Riley T.
Healed tiger and peony sleeve tattoo by our artists

“Surprised by how much better this feels than what I was using. Absorbs fast and doesn't leave that shiny layer on the skin.”

— Hazel S.

Tattoo photos show healed work by our artists.

Lucky Paw Tattoo Cooling Balm, 74 mL tube

Lucky Paw Tattoo Cooling Balm

Meet the Balm We Made for Our Clients

Menthol gives a minty cooling sensation, and oils and butters moisturize dry tattooed skin.

When to use: Let a new tattoo dry heal for the first few days, then start once the skin has closed. Never on open skin.

  • 1 Tube 74 mL tube Original price was: $39.99.Current price is: $29.99. Add to Cart
  • 3-Pack 3 tubes, 74 mL each Original price was: $99.99.Current price is: $79.99. Add to Cart

Canada: single tubes ship for a $14 flat rate per order. The 3-Pack ships free.