• Be sure you’ll have two weeks after your tattoo session when you won’t have your new tattoo in the ocean, lakes, rivers, pools, hot tubs, etc.

• If your tattoo is on your foot, plan on staying away from pedicures for a couple of weeks as well.

• Make sure you’ll also be able to keep your tattoo out of the sun for two weeks.

• Schedule your appointment for a time when you’ll be able to get in the shower at home within 2-4 hours.

• Be sure to eat something before you come for your tattoo appointment.  If your appointment is going to be more than an hour or so, you may want to also bring a snack and a drink.

• DO NOT drink alcohol before your appointment, and do not drink heavily the night before. Being hydrated, fed, and well-rested will help to make your tattoo experience more comfortable and enjoyable.

• You’ll need antibacterial soap (in a pump form – NOT a bar), with no perfume or dyes to wash your tattoo, so if you don’t have any at home, you may want to pick some up before your tattoo appointment.

• To ensure a positive tattoo experience, make absolutely sure that the design we have drawn for you is exactly what you want on your body, forever. If you keep us in the loop about what your concerns and questions are, we can help to calm your nerves by answering questions and explaining the process in more detail.

   We’ll send you home with a packet of info about your aftercare, but here are some basic guidelines:

• DO NOT pick or scratch your new tattoo.

• Avoid tight fitting clothing in the area of your tattoo.

• DO NOT touch a new tattoo (for at least the first week) with unwashed hands.

• Your new tattoo is considered an open wound for the first 6 hours.

• Before you leave we will clean and bandage your tattoo with hospital-grade supplies to ensure that the ink and (yes) blood is able to breathe and escape, while no outside germs can get in.

• Again, do not hesitate to share any questions or concerns with us. We want your experience to be as good as possible!