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Policies & Care

We appreciate our clients reading our shop policies and after care details prior to coming in for an appointment. That way, if you have any questions you can ask us during your set up. Thank you!

Pre Care

Before Your Session

We suggest eating a healthy meal before your appointment. Bringing a drink or snacks to your appointment if it is long is recommended. We do not advise using

a pre numbing cream.

Our shop has implemented trauma-informed care practices so feel free to request extra time if needed. Many sensory needs can also be accommodated.

See Blog for more on these practices.

Please ask our artists any questions you may have about your pre care.

After Care

The First Day

Once your tattoo session is completed, the tattooed area will be cleaned and bandaged. This bandage can stay on for 2-24hrs. When you remove the bandage wash the tattoo with hot soapy water. Dial Antibacterial hand soap is a good one to use for this. Allow tattooed area to air-dry. Then apply a very thin layer of Aquaphor to your tattoo. You may shower the first day but do not soak in water.

Healing Process

From days 2-14 you'll want to keep your tattoo very clean and apply a very thin layer of Aquaphor twice daily. Make sure that your hands are clean before applying the Aquaphor. Stay out of water (besides showering), until after your tattoo is healed, about 2 weeks. 

In about 3-5 days your tattoo may become very itchy and skin will peel (like a sunburn). This is a normal part of the healing process so try not scratch or pick at it

While your tattoo is healing stay out of direct sunlight and out of tanning bed.

Infections are rare, but if you notice any signs of infection call your physician. 

Don't Touch

I generally tell clients that less is more when you're healing a tattoo. I find that touching less tends to heal faster. Stay hydrated and keep you tattoo clean.

If you should have any questions during the healing process please don't hesitate to reach out to me.

I offer free touch ups on my tattoos for 12 months after they're done. If you feel that your tattoo needs a touch up let me know and we'll set up a touch-up appointment.

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