The Session Kit
Everything you need for one tattoo. Nothing you don't.
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- Tattoo Numbing Cream (10g): Maximum strength fast-acting numbing cream. Apply before your session for up to 3 hours of pain-free tattooing.
- Tattoo Aftercare Balm XL (50ml): Healing balm that accelerates recovery, reduces redness, and locks in colour on fresh ink. Use daily for 2-3 weeks post-tattoo.
- Worth £38 bought separately. Subscribe and save 10% on every order, plus a free aftercare guide and a £500 tattoo draw entry with every kit.
- Before your session:
- Step 1: Wash and dry the area to be tattooed.
- Step 2: Apply a thick layer of numbing cream (2mm) and rub in thoroughly.
- Step 3: Cover with cling film and leave for 30-45 minutes before your appointment.
- Step 4: Your artist wipes off the cream. The area is numb and ready for ink.
- After your session:
- Step 1: Gently wash your fresh tattoo with lukewarm water and fragrance-free soap.
- Step 2: Pat dry with a clean paper towel. Never rub or use fabric towels.
- Step 3: Apply a thin layer of Aftercare Balm to the tattooed area.
- Step 4: Repeat 2-3 times daily for 2-3 weeks until fully healed.
- Apply generously: Don't spread the numbing cream too thin. A thick 2mm layer covered with cling film gives the best results.
- Timing matters: Apply 30-45 minutes before your session. Too early and it starts wearing off, too late and it hasn't fully activated.
- Don't skip aftercare: The first 2 weeks are critical for healing. Consistent balm application keeps ink vibrant and skin healthy.
- Avoid sun exposure: Keep your fresh tattoo out of direct sunlight while healing. Once healed, use SPF to protect your ink long-term.
- No soaking: Avoid baths, swimming pools, and saunas for at least 2-3 weeks. Quick showers are fine.
- Let it breathe: Don't re-wrap your tattoo after the first night. Your skin needs air to heal properly.
- First timers: Nervous about the pain? This kit has everything you need for a comfortable experience from start to finish.
- Sensitive areas: Getting ribs, feet, inner arm, spine, or any spot that's known to hurt? The numbing cream makes it bearable.
- Small to medium pieces: The 10g tube covers one session comfortably. For larger pieces or sleeves, check out the XL kit.
- Touch-ups: Going back for colour top-ups or finishing work? Same kit, same comfort.
- Gift idea: Know someone with a tattoo appointment coming up? This is the gift they didn't know they needed.
- Official INK'D London partner: NUMB'D is the official numbing partner of INK'D London, London's highest-rated tattoo studio. Stocked and used in studio, on real clients, through real sessions.
- Win £500 toward your next tattoo: Every kit order is automatically entered into our monthly £500 INK'D London tattoo draw. No forms, no codes. Buy a kit, you are in.
- Subscribers get more chances: Subscribe to a kit and you earn a fresh draw entry on every delivery, so staying subscribed means more chances to win.
- One winner, every month: We draw a winner each calendar month and contact them by email. The £500 is yours to spend on ink at INK'D London.
- Free UK shipping on all orders over £50.
- Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 12:00hrs (Mon-Fri).
- International shipping available to US, EU, and worldwide.
- 90-day money-back guarantee. Not happy with your results? Full refund, no questions asked.
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One Kit.
Your Entire Tattoo Sorted.
Stop buying products separately and hoping for the best. The Session Kit pairs our best-selling numbing cream with our aftercare balm so you're covered from the chair to fully healed.
Up To 3 Hours Of Pain-Free Tattooing
Maximum strength numbing cream kicks in fast and lasts through your entire session. Apply 30-45 minutes before and sit comfortably while your artist works
Heal Faster And Lock In Colour
The Aftercare Balm accelerates recovery, reduces redness and keeps your fresh ink vibrant. Consistent use for 2-3 weeks gives you the best possible result
Artist-Approved, Won't Affect Your Ink
Trusted by 500+ tattoo artists worldwide. The numbing cream won't interfere with ink absorption and the aftercare balm supports clean, healthy healing
Trusted By INK'D London, And You Could Win £500
The official numbing partner of London's highest-rated studio. Every kit enters you into the monthly £500 INK'D London tattoo draw
Every kit enters the monthly tattoo draw. Subscribe and earn a fresh entry on every delivery.
How To Use Your Kit
Before, during and after your session in four easy steps
Apply The Cream
Wash and dry the area. Apply a thick layer of numbing cream (2mm) and cover with cling film 30-45 minutes before your appointment.
Get Tattooed
Your artist wipes off the cream and gets to work. Sit back, relax and enjoy up to 3 hours of pain-free tattooing.
Start Aftercare
Once home, gently wash your fresh tattoo with lukewarm water. Pat dry and apply a thin layer of Aftercare Balm to the area.
Heal And Protect
Apply the balm 2-3 times daily for 2-3 weeks. Keep out of direct sunlight. Your ink stays vibrant and your skin heals clean.
The Session Doesn't End At The Studio.
The first 2-3 weeks after your tattoo are make or break. Skip aftercare and you risk fading, patchiness and slow healing. The Aftercare Balm XL in your Session Kit takes the guesswork out of recovery.
Locks In Colour
Keeps your fresh ink vibrant and prevents premature fading during the critical healing window
Speeds Up Recovery
Nourishing formula reduces redness and supports skin regeneration so you heal faster
Gentle On Fresh Ink
No harsh chemicals, no fragrances. Just clean, skin-safe ingredients your tattoo will thank you for
"Bought this before my first tattoo and so glad I did. The numbing cream meant I barely felt a thing during the session, and the aftercare balm has kept it healing perfectly."
Don't Take Our Word For It
Real Results. Real Reviews.
"Applied it 30 mins before and my artist was amazed. This stuff actually works. Game changer for long sessions."
"Was dreading my ribs piece. NUMB'D made it completely bearable. Will never get tattooed without it again."
"Tried everything on the market and this is the one that actually delivers. Fast acting and lasts the whole session. My go-to now."
Your ink deserves the same care you put into choosing it
Frequently Asked Questions
The Session Kit includes our Tattoo Numbing Cream (10g) and Tattoo Aftercare Balm XL (50ml). Together they cover your entire tattoo experience, from numbing the pain before your session to healing and protecting your fresh ink afterwards. You save £3 compared to buying them separately.
Apply a thick layer (2mm) to the area 30-45 minutes before your appointment and cover with cling film. This gives the cream time to fully activate. Your artist will wipe it off before they start, and you'll have up to 3 hours of numbing relief.
No. NUMB'D is formulated to be wiped off completely before tattooing begins. It won't interfere with ink absorption, line quality, or your tattoo's healing process. Trusted by 500+ tattoo artists worldwide.
Start using the Aftercare Balm once you get home from your session. Gently wash your fresh tattoo with lukewarm water, pat dry with a clean paper towel, then apply a thin layer of balm. Use 2-3 times daily for 2-3 weeks or until fully healed.
The 10g tube is perfect for small to medium pieces and touch-ups, covering roughly the area of a forearm when applied at the recommended thickness. If you're getting a larger piece like a half-sleeve or back work, we'd recommend the XL Numbing Cream (30g) instead.
Yes, both products are dermatologically tested and suitable for all skin types. We recommend a small patch test 24 hours before your session if you have particularly sensitive skin or known allergies. Some minor temporary redness at the application site is normal.
UK orders are dispatched same-day on orders placed before 2pm (Mon-Fri) and typically arrive within 1-3 working days. International shipping is available and takes 5-10 working days. Free UK shipping on orders over £50. Every order is backed by our 100% money-back guarantee.