Here’s some information to help you prepare for your appointment:
• Get a good night of sleep the night before.
• Eat a good meal within no less than 2 hours before your appointment.
• Bring some snacks and something to drink for long sessions.
• You may bring a towel or pillow and feel free to bring headphones if you’d like to listen to your own music.
• If you work in a dirty or dusty environment, please shower before your appointment if you are coming directly after work.
• If the area to be tattooed is very hairy, please consider shaving in advance, it will save time on the day of your appointment.
• Wear comfortable clothing and plan ahead if you will have to remove them for your tattoo.
• Don’t put any lotion or make-up on the area to be tattooed.
• Do not arrive with a sunburn on the area to be tattooed, we will not be able to do the tattoo.
• Do not use any form of topical anesthetic or numbing cream or you will be refused to get tattooed.
• Please don’t bring your complete entourage with you. There is not enough room in the tattooing area and the artist needs to concentrate on doing your tattoo. Most artists allow one guest if they remain calm and refrain from talking loudly but please ask in advance to be sure.
• A tattoo shop is not the place for children. Please find a babysitter or book your appointment at a time when it’s possible to come without them.