Frequently Asked Questions-
Will my tattoo hurt?
In short, yes. How much it hurts really depends on the person and where you are getting the tattoo. You can help alleviate any discomfort by making sure you are healthy, well hydrated, and well fed prior to getting your work done.
How long before I can go swimming?
You should wait until the tattoo is completely done peeling before you go swimming or submerse the tattoo in water. You don't want to aggravate the tattoo, and cause a bad heal. Two weeks of avoiding water will result in a tattoo that looks better longer and requires no, or less touch up.
What kind of sterilization process do you use?
I have been trained in Blood Borne Pathogens by OSHA, and have First Aid and CPR training from the Red Cross. Our needles are single use and are properly disposed of following the tattoo. All reusable parts (tubes and tips) are cleaned and sterilized in an autoclave, the same type of equipment used in hospitals. You may also see me using disposable tips from time to time, which are thrown away after each tattoo.
My new tattoo is sore/swollen, should I be worried?
Swelling and soreness is common after a tattoo, and how much or long it persists is dependent on the area it was done, your body and how well it recovers from illness and injury, and even the weather. It is, however, common to be swollen and/or sore for up to a few days after the work is completed. You can take ibuprofen to help with this, as well as ice the area if you necessary. Do NOT take aspirin or any blood thinners, as this may affect the tattoo negatively.
My tattoo has tiny bumps on it, should I be worried?
In most cases, no. It is commonly either a buildup of calcium or a pimple. The process of tattooing can push the A&D into the pores, and this is your body reacting to it. Do not pop it, you can hurt the tattoo. More rarely it can be an ingrown hair from shaving during prep. Again, leave it be or you risk damaging the tattoo unnecessarily. In incredibly rare instances this could be signs of an infection and is typically very, very sore, red, and excessively warm.
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In short, yes. How much it hurts really depends on the person and where you are getting the tattoo. You can help alleviate any discomfort by making sure you are healthy, well hydrated, and well fed prior to getting your work done.
How long before I can go swimming?
You should wait until the tattoo is completely done peeling before you go swimming or submerse the tattoo in water. You don't want to aggravate the tattoo, and cause a bad heal. Two weeks of avoiding water will result in a tattoo that looks better longer and requires no, or less touch up.
What kind of sterilization process do you use?
I have been trained in Blood Borne Pathogens by OSHA, and have First Aid and CPR training from the Red Cross. Our needles are single use and are properly disposed of following the tattoo. All reusable parts (tubes and tips) are cleaned and sterilized in an autoclave, the same type of equipment used in hospitals. You may also see me using disposable tips from time to time, which are thrown away after each tattoo.
My new tattoo is sore/swollen, should I be worried?
Swelling and soreness is common after a tattoo, and how much or long it persists is dependent on the area it was done, your body and how well it recovers from illness and injury, and even the weather. It is, however, common to be swollen and/or sore for up to a few days after the work is completed. You can take ibuprofen to help with this, as well as ice the area if you necessary. Do NOT take aspirin or any blood thinners, as this may affect the tattoo negatively.
My tattoo has tiny bumps on it, should I be worried?
In most cases, no. It is commonly either a buildup of calcium or a pimple. The process of tattooing can push the A&D into the pores, and this is your body reacting to it. Do not pop it, you can hurt the tattoo. More rarely it can be an ingrown hair from shaving during prep. Again, leave it be or you risk damaging the tattoo unnecessarily. In incredibly rare instances this could be signs of an infection and is typically very, very sore, red, and excessively warm.
More coming soon...
