PLANNING YOUR TATTOO

  • Draw ideas and inspiration from fine art, photography, and other areas; not just tattooing

  • Research your artists style and past work

  • Be open to professional advice on making your design effective

  • Do not come to your artist with an exact design you want, but instead a concept to inspire them

  • Do not hesitate to communicate a concern, desire, or idea to your artist

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PREPARING FOR A TATTOO SESSION

  • Prioritize rest the night before

  • Moisturize the area 1-2 times a day, starting a week before

  • Eat a hearty breakfast and bring drinks/snacks for during

  • Wear comfortable, warm clothes that you won’t mind getting ink on

  • Come hydrated and bring water to stay hydrated! Avoid caffeine

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CARING FOR YOUR MASTERPIECE

  • Follow your artists aftercare instructions, asking questions for clarification

  • Apply very thin layers of moisturizer 1-3 times a day as needed while healing

  • Avoid extended sun exposure during the lifetime of the tattoo using sunscreen when needed

  • Do not fully submerge in any water (rivers, hot tub, shower, pools, etc.) for 3-4 weeks after receiving your new tattoo