"During care isn't talked about enough! Check out these tips for getting tattooed like a pro! Bring your I.D.! Treat yourself by bringing a couple sodas and a few snacks! The sugar will help you maintain your energy, Healthy snacks like bananas or dried fruit are a perfect start, or indulge in your own favorites like a snickers bar LOL!  Dress casual/comfy in appropriate clothing that can access the area to be tattooed. (ink can get on your clothes in certain circumstances)  There's a chance you will be sitting a while, watching one of our TVs for a couple hours scrolling on your phone, so bring some creature comforts, maybe even a pillow and jacket just in case. If you are worried about the pain, use our Amazon associate link below to buy some H2O "nothing" soap or "nothing" cream. If you've no time to order, stop by a local drugstore tobuy a new bottle of Bactine for your artist to use, that you can later use to clean and sanitize your tattoo.. More on aftercare below..

How to take care of a tattoo? There are many ways to care for a new tattoo. Every artist has there own preferences, and most of our returning clients have their own routines as well. We have 2 methods which have proved most effective in our experience

1. Clean & Moisturize - Wash your hands often. Wash the tattoo 3x daily with unscented antibacterial soap (Liquid Dial,H2Ocen soap, or similar) followed by a moisturizer (Aquatat, bacitracin, aquaphor, or similar) for the first 3-5 days until the tattoo wound is healed. When the wound has healed and the skin is peeling, continue to wash daily, and apply an appropriate amount of unscented lotion (Lubriderm, H2Ocean lotion, or similar) as needed 7-10 days. Stay away from the sun, the gym, the pool, the bath and any strenuous activities for at least 10 day period, or until fully healed. We have Provided an Amazon associate link at the bottom for our most recommended products. We suggest the 3 pack Soap, Aquatat, and lotion.  For numbing we suggest the "nothing cream" or "nothing soap". If any serious/concerning reactions occur, going to your physician for prescription creams and antibiotics is recommended. Feel free to contact with any questions about aftercare products or procedures. 4079067673

2. Skin Derm - A skin derm ( saniderm, tegederm, or similar) can be applied directly after your tattoo, and left on for 24 hours, before removing the bandage under luke warm water (shower recommended) Wash your hands, then wash the tattoo with unscented antibacterial soap (liquid Dial or similar). Air dry the tattoo 10 minutes, be careful not to touch or expose the tattoo to any materials after its been washed. Once dry, apply a new derm bandage ( sometimes a friend would be helpful) making sure to cover the entire tattoo and surrounding skin around an inch around. Leave on for 5 days, remove in the shower and apply unscented lotion as needed for the next 7 days. * Some skin has a reaction to these bandages, trying a sample spot before your tattoo appointment is recommended!Stay away from the sun, the gym, the pool, the bath and any strenuous activities for at least 10 day period, or until fully healed. We have Provided an Amazon associate link at the bottom for our most recommended products. We suggest the 3 pack Soap, Aquatat, and lotion.  For numbing we suggest the "nothing cream" or "nothing soap". If any serious/concerning reactions occur, going to your physician for prescription creams and antibiotics is recommended.  Feel free to contact with any questions about aftercare products or procedures. 4079067673