Your Questions Answered - Tattoo Tips and Insignts
-How to prepare for a tattoo: Stay hydrated before and during, eat a solid meal before you arrive, wear comfortable and accessible clothing, bring snacks, water, and entertainment, avoid alcohol 24 hours before your appointment, and moisturize in the days leading up to the appointment (but not on the day itself).
-How to care for a new tattoo: Days 1–3: Keep the bandage on as instructed, avoid sun exposure, excessive sweating, soaking, and swimming. Days 4–14: Remove the bandage, wash the tattoo gently with antibacterial unscented soap and water, pat dry with a clean paper towel, and apply a thin layer of white unscented lotion. Don’t pick or scratch. Long-term: Moisturize regularly, apply SPF daily. Staying hydrated means healthier skin and better tattoos.
-Studio Policies: Deposits are nonrefundable. Rescheduling requires at least 48 hours’ notice. No-shows or late cancellations will forfeit the deposit. Each project requires its own deposit. Major design changes may require an additional deposit. No children, pets, or groups are allowed. Please do not arrive if you are sick or under the influence. Free touch-ups are available within 3 months, unless aftercare instructions were not followed.
-Do tattoos hurt? Yes! Most people are surprised to find they’re much less painful than expected. Smaller tattoos are usually easier to tolerate, and pain levels vary depending on the area of the body. Everyone’s different, but longer sessions tend to get tougher as they go on, no matter where the tattoo is placed.
-How to choose the right tattoo artist? check their style to ensure it matches the look you want. Review healed work, as it shows the true quality, and look for consistency in linework, shading, and solid saturation. Read reviews and client feedback—no one wants a tattoo from someone unpleasant. Don’t choose based on price alone; quality tattoos aren’t cheap. Also, assess their communication—are their booking and consultation processes clear?