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FAQ

Have questions? Find answers to common inquiries about tattoos, aftercare, and the tattooing process. We want to ensure you have all the information you need to feel confident and excited about your new tattoo.

Do you tattoo in color?

I mostly work in black/grey, but if I do color I mostly use a monochromatic 'color pop' through out a piece.
How do I prepare for a tattoo?

Eat at least 4 hours prior to your appointment. Try not to take/drink anything that will thin your blood (i.e. aspirin, acetaminophen, alcohol, etc.). Don't show up right after a sweaty gym workout. This is for me more than you. Take good care of the area to be tattooed - keep it hydrated with lotion, be careful of scrapes and burns, avoid excessive sun exposure, etc.
How do I care for my new tattoo?

Wash with antibacterial soap and warm water 3-6 times daily depending on activity level; after working out, manual labor, gardening, etc. Keep it clean! After every wash for the first 3 days put a very thin layer of Aquaphor on the tattoo. Should be shiny NOT glossy. Tattoo should be clean before applying ointment. After the first 3 days stop use of Aquaphor and switch to a scent and dye free water based lotion. These lotions can include: Lubriderm, Jergans, Aveeno, and some baby lotions. Use this as much as needed; normally every time the tattoo is dry or itchy. DO NOT SCRATCH OR PICK YOUR TATTOO! This can pull ink out of the tattoos. DO NOT submerge your tattoo in a bath, pool, or jacuzzi for at least 2 weeks or until all scabbing has healed. This could lead to infection, or ink to fall out of the tattoo as well. DO NOT expose your tattoo to sun while it's healing. After tattoo is healed you can protect it by applying SPF54 or more.