Pre-Care Information

Pre-Care must be started prior to your appointment for best results. 

Pre-Care Information Sheet

1) Pre-Care for ALL Tattoos
**If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or If you are currently taking an isotretinoin medication, using Retin-A cream, or taking a blood thinning medication (Heparin, Warfarin, Aspirin). Or if you have active cancer, are on chemotherapy, or have other condition that compromises your immune system, you are not a candidate for Tattoo at this time, sorry.**

14 days before appointment
*Do not get any facials, chemical peels, dermaplaining/dermabrasion or other skin service within 14 days of your appointment.
*Do not get any fillers, botox, or other similar treatment within 14 days of your appointment.

7 days before appointment:
*Discontinue to use of any products containing retinols/retinoids, benzoyl peroxide and acids (glycolic, lactic, salicylic or AHA). Be advised some makeup products contain these ingredients also.

*Reduce caffeine intake
*Stay hydrated with water
*Gently moisturize as needed using a water-based moisturizer that is fragrance free.

*Reduce or minimize sun exposure whenever possible.

3 days before appointment:
*Stock up on any supplies you may need for aftercare

*Wash Your Sheets and Pillowcases so you can have the cleanest environment for healing
*Review Aftercare Sheet if needed. It is available HERE
*Confirm that you can make your appointment.

48 Hours before appointment:
*Confirm that you can make your appointment, this is your last chance to cancel or reschedule without losing your deposit as I require 48hrs notice.
*Absolutely no alcohol.

*Reduce Caffeine intake if you haven't already on

*Stay hydrated

*Review on Google Maps the route you will take to get to the shop, make sure to plan accordingly for possible delays.

Day of Appointment:
*Gently cleanse face and hair as usual.
*Brush teeth/ floss/ use mouthwash as usual.
*Double check that you have everything you need
*No caffeine, or a very small amount in the morning (minimum 6hrs before appointment) if you must.
*Get stoked for your Tattoo!

2 Hours before Appointment:
*Drink water
*Have a snack