People who love tattoos tend to experience excitement before a tattoo session. It may be that this particular tattoo is your hundredth or the very first time you are stepping inside a tattoo shop for an actual session. No matter what, there are some points to note before you finally get a tattoo.
Getting a new tattoo is more or less a minor medical process. Your skin is pierced by the rapid movement of needles that deposit ink underneath the top layer. Once done, your tattoo becomes an open wound, susceptible to infection and necessitating care.
Generally, people who turn up for a medical procedure would have complied with the doctor’s directions for pre-care. And they obviously would also follow all further aftercare instructions to make sure the wound heals well; the same should apply to a tattoo procedure.
Knowing what to do before getting into a tattoo shop will help make the complete process simpler and more comfortable for you and your artist. Your artist will not only be impressed with your cognisance, but they will also be able to focus on making the perfect piece for you.
Considering you’re about to spend a substantial sum of money on a new piece of body art, it’s wise to know what to do before getting started. To help make the process easier for you, we have put together a guide on what is required of you before getting your tattoos done. Now, let’s get started!
Shave
Want to get beneath the needle faster? Take a moment to shave the area on which you will have your tattoos. Though your artist will do it anyway, it’s advisable to do this on your own time.
Two to three times shaving per week leading up to your tattoo is recommended. This will help train your skin for your tattoo session and make it easier for your artist to work on the area.
Take a shower
Showering every day is normal but do not forget to take your shower just before heading out to your tattoo session. You want to keep your skin as clean as possible because tattooing creates minor cuts and opens the skin up.
Moreover, showering before you go in directly makes everyone happy. As a bonus, this should eliminate some of your nervous sweat.
Test your pain tolerance
For some people, tattoos can be the most painful thing in the world. For others, it is a relaxing process. Test your pain tolerance level with the tip of a needle to see if you can stand it. If you cannot, you’ll be in for an awful time.
Eat and bring snacks
For you to show up to your session while starving is not a good move. You will need your energy mainly if you are about to sit through a more extended session. A healthy and balanced meal will help your body as it handles the needle. It will also help you mentally.
Making sure you eat will not let you get light-headed; you won’t even run the risk of unconsciousness from exhaustion. If you arrive hungry, your artist will ask you to take some breaks to ensure your body is handling the session suitably.
Stay hydrated
Before you get in that chair, you want to ensure that your body is adequately hydrated. Drink a lot of water 24 hours before your appointment to ensure your body is in its best shape. Not only is it good for your health, but it will also ensure that your skin is hydrated and ready for your tattoo session.
Before heading to that tattoo shop, you must prepare yourself and your body for your tattoo; the more prepared and comfortable you are, the better your session will be. Look after your tattoo once it’s done to avoid infections so you’ll heal without complications.
Invest in anti-bacterial wash and aftercare lotions. If you notice problems in your tattoo, to which you have a wound that becomes sorer, get on your phone to speak to a doctor.
