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1901 West Bay Dr, Suite #6, Largo, FL 33770
Tattoo Aftercare
TATTOO AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Your tattoo was thoughtfully and carefully applied by a professional artist. The rest is up to you to ensure maximum healing results and it is very important that you take the time to care for your new tattoo properly.
- Consider your new tattoo a fresh, open skin wound. Always wash your hands before handling your new tattoo.
We have two different healing methods. Ask your artist which is best for you:
traditional or Saniderm.
Traditional:
- Remove bandage within a few hours and wash it with warm water and fragrance free, antibacterial soap (gold Dial Hand Soap Or Hustle Butter Foam). Pat dry with lint free paper towel. Apply a thin layer of Hustle Butter after washing and whenever it feels dry. You want to keep your new tattoo moisturized but not suffocated.
- Wash you new tattoo twice to three times, daily during the healing process following step one as needed to prevent dryness. Do this for 3-5 days. It is fine to wash your tattoo in the tub or shower, but do not let your new tattoo soak.
- Do not pick or scratch your new tattoo. Allow peeling skin or to fall off on it’s own. Flaking skin usually falls off in 7 - 10 days. Keep your tattoo clean and continue to use an unscented lotion (Lubriderm) to moisturize your new tattoo until it’s completely healed. Wear clean, loose clothing to protect tattoo while healing but allow it to breathe.
Saniderm:
Leave your bandage on for 24hrs. After 24hrs remove gently and wash your tattoo. Pat dry and replace bandage with the second piece provided to you and leave that on for up to six days.
You can always take your bandages off earlier than the suggested time but do not exceed the suggest times.
If irritation occurs remove your bandage and continue with traditional aftercare.
- DO NOT expose healing tattoo to sun, swimming, hot tub, unclean conditions, irritating clothing, or anything that may hinder healing. No hot tubs, pools, or ocean water for at least two weeks.
- Once tattoo is healed use a high SPF sunblock when exposed to the sun.
- Listen to your artist regarding aftercare, not your friends!
Enjoy your new work of art!
If you have any questions, please contact the studio or your artist directly.
FAQ's
Does getting a tattoo hurt?
In a word, yes. Everyone has a different level of pain tolerance. What might be too tender for one person, may feel like tickles to another, there's no way to know how you will be affected until you in the process. Each part of your body has a different pain tolerance. This process however, is not a negatively painful experience. Your brain will release endorphins to cope with the "pain" so you'll get a rush from the tattoo process, and you might even like it!
How old do you have to be to get a tattoo in FL?
18+
Minors ages 16 and 17 may be tattooed with parental consent and a notarized consent form from the health department.
How do I book an appointment?
Fill out our request form and we will contact you within 24hrs.
Please note that if this is something We’d rather not add to our portfolios we will contact you to discuss other options.
Walk in's are welcome during regular business hours (everyday 10am-8pm) but appointments are most definitely preferred. It is recommended to call first to ensure someone is in the studio to handle your request.
Same day appointments are possible but not guaranteed.
Deposits will be required to book all appointments.
Can I get a quote?
Because of the many factors involved with properly estimating the cost of your tattoo, quotes will not be given over the phone. Email, or messaging with the studio, or your preferred artist may be done.
What forms of payment are accepted?
CASH IS ALWAYS PREFERRED.
We accept cash or credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover). No checks.
Venmo, Cashapp and PayPal are also accepted. Please note if using a card there will be an additional processing fee of 4% your total.
What is your cancellation policy?
In the event that you need to reschedule your appointment, you may be required to pay another deposit on a new time slot. Your artist's time is valuable and they need to be compensated for the time spent drawing up your design, preparing for your appointment and reserving your appointment time on their book. If you do not show up for an appointment you forfeit your deposit.
Refund Policy
No refunds, exchanges or transfer of appointments.
Studio Rules:
-Masks are now OPTIONAL
-Eating is prohibited. You may only bring a regular sized drink that has a lid if you absolutely need one during your procedure.
-Please come alone to your appointment. Guests are a distraction and we have a small space that could easily get too crowded.
-we will not tattoo over sunburn or broken skin if you have sunburn on the area to be tattooed your appointment will be cancelled & your deposit will be forfeited
-arrive on time or a few minutes early. If you are late for your appointments our artist reserves to right to cancel the appointment & your deposit will be forfeited.
Guidelines are subject to change.
Preparing for your appointment:
-make sure you sleep well the night before your appointment
-we recommend no caffeine or alcohol for 24hrs prior to your appointment Caffeine and alcohol cause unnecessary excess bleeding which will affect the tattoo process and the healing process. It also significantly lowers your immunity so abstaining from alcohol from 5-7 after the appointment is also recommended.
-make sure you eat well before your appointment
-wear something comfortable with easy access to the area that will be tattooed.
-a week prior to the appointment, moisturize the area to be tattooed a few times a day in order to prepare the skin.
-properly shaving the area to be tattooed is appreciated
-do not spray tan or use any type of tanning lotion, body glitter, etc to the appointment. Refrain from tanning (artificial or otherwise) at least a week prior to the appointment.
*please wear plain, black clothing with easy access to the area to be tattooed so I can photograph the tattoo afterwards without any distracting colors or patterns in the shot.