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PREPARE

Preparing for your tattoo appointment is essential for the best experience possible.

In the week leading up to your appointment:

Stay out of the sun!
Tanned and sunburnt skin is damaged skin. This affects all aspects of the tattoo crom implantation, healing, retention and color.
Exfoliate!
Dry, dead skin is….well dry and dead. Gently exfoliate to expose healthy skin.
Moisturize!
Exfoliation just removes dry, dead skin cells…the healthy skin underneath still needs moisture to ensure a good canvas.
Hydrate!
Moisurizers are great but nothing beats hydrating your skin from the inside-so drink plenty of water.

The night before your appointment:

Get a good night’s sleep!
Rest is essential. If you are tired and cranky it’s going to be harder to site for your session.

No Alcohol!
Alcohol (even 1 drink) can cause excess bleeding which affects pigment implantation and retention.

The day of your appointment:

Eat!
Hangry clients experience more pain, have a harder time sitting still and are prone to blood sugar drops which can cause nausea, vomitting and fainting.

Dress appropriately!
Wear something that you can be comfortable in and that allows access to the area to be tattooed. Layers are always a good idea in case you get cold.

Bring your comfort items!
Headphones, a tablet, a good book, your favorite non-alcoholic beverage, a light snack.

Aftercare is essential to get the best healed results for your new tattoo.

IMMEDIATELY AFTER
If you were given a second skin bandage simply leave it alone. If you notice fluid buildup in the first 12-24 hours gently remove the bandage, wash away blood, ink and fluid with a scent free, plain soap-air dry and replace the second skin bandage.
Leave the bandage on for 3 to 5 days, then remove and use a fragrance free, tattoo specific moisturizer.

If the bandage causes redness/allergy remove immediately and continue on with traditional aftercare.

Traditional Bandage
If you were give a bandage for your new tattoo, take it off in 12 to 24 hours. Gently wash with warm water and fragrance free soap. Moisturize with fragrance free, tattoo specific lotion. Keep it clean, dry,and lightly moisturized. Do not pick or scratch. Stay out of bath water, oceans/pools/saunas until healed.

ONGOING

Always keep your tattoos moisturized to keep them vibriant and crisp for as long as possible. Always apply sunblock when outdoors to prevent fading and color shifts.