With the increasing popularity of tattoos, new methods of tattoo aftercare have also emerged to ensure optimal healing and preservation of tattoo quality. One of these modern innovations is the use of second skin. Second skin is very well-known and loved in modern tattooing. It has a lot of perks, but also reasons why some tattooers decide against it. Here I will give you the rundown on second skin, so you can have more relevant knowledge on it for your next tattoo. Bonus important info included at the end.