✢ How should I prepare for my tattoo session? ✢

I always tell people: come in feeling good, because it really makes a difference. Skip the alcohol the day before — it thins the blood and can make the whole process messier than it needs to be. And please, please eat a solid meal before you come in! A well-fed client sits like a champion. Your body will thank you, and so will I.

Another big one: moisturize the area for a few days leading up to your appointment. Soft, happy skin takes the ink beautifully. Just don’t put lotion on right before you come in — I need a clean, dry canvas. Also, I can’t tattoo over sunburnt skin, so maybe hold off on that beach trip until after your session.

Quick note on numbing creams: they can change how the skin behaves, so please check with me before using them. Lastly, think about silencing your phone — there’s nothing like a loud ringtone to make me jump mid-line right in the middle of tattooing.

✢ How do the deposits work? ✢

Deposits are a non-refundable payment required to secure an appointment with me, so I can initiate a tattoo design, order necessary needles for your project etc.
The deposit is your way of saying, “Yes, I want this tattoo, and yes, I value your time.” It lets me lock in your spot and start working on the design, planning the stencil, or ordering anything special I might need for you.

Here’s the deal: your appointment isn’t official until the deposit comes through, even if we’ve talked about dates. Deposits are non-refundable because a missed appointment could leave me without income for the whole day, and that’s no fun for anyone.

But I get it — life happens. If you give me at least five days’ notice, we can move your deposit to a new date. One reschedule per deposit is totally fine. If something truly unexpected comes up on the day itself, just reach out as soon as you can. No-shows without notice, though… that’s when deposits get forfeited, and I may not take future bookings.

On my end, if I ever need to reschedule (rare, but it happens), you get to choose: move your deposit to a new date or get it refunded, no questions asked.

Do tattoos hurt?

A little, yes. But pain is a funny word for it — some spots feel spicier than others, and everyone’s pain tolerance is wildly different. Some people chat the whole time, like they’re getting a haircut; others prefer a quiet moment with deep breaths. Both are completely normal. Either way, I always make sure we take breaks if you need them — there’s no rushing your first (or tenth!) tattoo.

Most of my clients, especially first-timers, walk away saying, “Oh, that was way easier than I expected.”
Either way, we keep the vibe as chill as possible — music, conversation, lots of snacks if you need them. It’s all part of the experience!
In fact, that tiny sting is often what makes the story of your tattoo memorable. It’s the little rite of passage before you get to wear something beautiful on your skin forever, saying you made it through. :)

What happens after the tattoo is done?

Aftercare is everything — it’s how your tattoo goes from “fresh” to “flawless.” — so follow my instructions like they’re gospel.