Before Your Tattoo Appointment

 

Getting a new tattoo is an exciting adventure. Here are our best tips on how to come to your appointment prepared

• Bring your Government-issued ID
• Eat a full meal within 4 hours of your appointment start time 
• Get a good night's sleep the night before your appointment
• Refrain from drinking alcohol at least 24 hours before your appointment
•  Hydrate as much as possible in the 12 hours before your appointment
• Avoid excessive caffeine intake
• Avoid painkillers before you appointment such as Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn) as they can thin your blood and may cause excessive bleeding
• Have a shower
• If there is a method of exfoliation you already use, do so in the area being tattooed (do not introduce any new products to avoid any unexpected irritation)
  
• If you're being tattooed in an area that you're accustom to shaving, you may do so, but don't if you've never done so before to avoid accidental nicks and cuts
  
• Make sure you have no skin damage in the area you plan to be tattooed, we cannot tattoo on a sunburn or rash
• If you would like to use a numbing agent, please clear the product and application process with your artist before you apply it
• If you are feeling unwell, call or email us as soon as possible to reschedule your appointment.
• Review our general health and safety policies here 

Please note that while we accept all forms of payment, but do not keep a cash float. If you have any questions about best practices for preparing for your tattoo, please contact us!