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Prepare for your Tattoo Session

Pain Management

Pain Management

Pain Management

Not all tattoo pain is created equal, and sometimes its best to be prepared for the worst. I recommend an extra strength Tylenol, or numbing ointment*. Do not come drunk; that’s helpful to no one.

*numbing ointment only works once skin is already broken.

Exfoliate

Pain Management

Pain Management

Skin is happiest and behaves best when you slough your dead skin off, every once in a while. This can be achieved by using a loofah, or an exfoliating body wash. Be sure to do this BEFORE shaving. 

Shave

Pain Management

Moisturize

Your artist is always prepared to shave the area you will have tattooed, but it is preferred (and appreciated) that you come clean shaven. 

Moisturize

Don’t Get Drunk

Moisturize

Supple, hydrated skin is ideal for tattooing. A week before your tattoo, start applying a skin moisturizer to the area to be inked, and the surrounding area. We prefer shea butter, coconut oil, or an unscented lotion, but no need to buy new lotion if you already have some. Drink water! 

Eat

Don’t Get Drunk

Don’t Get Drunk

When you’re getting tattooed, your skin is going through active trauma. It’s hard for your body to withstand tattooing without a good meal in your stomach. Here are some local eateries in case you need to grab some food before your session: 

Tacos El Primo  

Pasta Sisters 

Fathers Office 

Don’t Get Drunk

Don’t Get Drunk

Don’t Get Drunk

Not only will we not tattoo if you have been drinking to excess, we won’t tattoo you if you were drunk last night. Indulging in excessive alcohol before getting tattooed makes it more difficult to give you the ink of your dreams, so just come back sober. Or, get drunk AFTER your tattoo session. 

No Coffee

No Coffee

No Coffee

The caffeine in coffee actually wakes your nerve endings up; so probably best to stay away from anything with a lot of caffeine. 

RELAX!

No Coffee

No Coffee

it’s just a tattoo! Its only forever. Your artist knows exactly what they’re doing to give you a kick ass tattoo. You are in good hands. 

This is going to hurt... but how much?


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