Getting ready for your service
Great tattoos start before your appointment.
24 Hours Before Your Appointment
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Stay well hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
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Get a good night's sleep.
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Avoid excessive sun exposure, sunburns, and tanning.
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Avoid excessive alcohol consumption for at least 24 hours before your appointment.
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Limit caffeine the day of your appointment, especially if you are sensitive to it.
Day of Your Appointment
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Eat a full meal before arriving. Low blood sugar can make you feel lightheaded during your session.
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Continue drinking water throughout the day.
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Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the tattoo area.
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Shower and arrive with clean skin.
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Avoid applying lotions, oils, self-tanner, or makeup to the area being tattooed.
Please Avoid
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Alcohol for 24 hours before your appointment.
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Blood-thinning medications unless prescribed by your physician.
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Excessive caffeine or energy drinks.
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Heavy workouts immediately before your appointment.
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Arriving sunburned or with irritated skin in the treatment area.
Post Care Instructions
Take care of your new tattoo and it will take care of you.
Cleaning
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Clean your hands and gently wash your tattoo with the soap provided.
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Gently pat dry with a clean paper towel.
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Allow the tattoo to air dry for a few minutes before applying aftercare products.
Moisturizing
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Apply a very thin layer of the recommended aftercare ointment or fragrance-free lotion.
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Less is more. Your tattoo should feel hydrated, not greasy.
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Reapply as needed when the skin feels dry or tight.
What to Expect while healing
During the healing process, it is normal to experience:
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Mild redness
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Tenderness
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Light swelling
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Dryness or flaking
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Mild itching
Do not pick, scratch, or peel any flaking skin or scabs, as this can affect healing and pigment retention.
Avoid for 2–3 Weeks
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Swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, and baths
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Direct sun exposure
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Excessive sweating
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Picking, scratching, or rubbing
Sun Protection
Once healed, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen whenever your tattoo is exposed to the sun. Sun protection is the best way to preserve the clarity and longevity of your tattoo.