Things to Know Before Your First Tattoo

Everything you need to feel ready, safe, and confident.

1. Eat Before You Come InLow blood sugar = lightheadedness. A good meal keeps your body stable and your mind calm.

2. Stay HydratedWater helps your skin stay healthy and improves your overall experience (and healing).

3. Avoid Alcohol or Blood ThinnersNo drinking the night before or day of. It thins your blood and makes tattooing harder (and messier).

4. Dress for Comfort & AccessWear something that gives the artist access to the area getting tattooed and lets you sit or lay comfortably.

5. Bring IDYou’ll need a valid ID — no exceptions. No ID, no tattoo.

6. Ask All the Questions You WantThere’s no such thing as a dumb question. Your artist is here to explain the process and keep you relaxed.

7. You Can Take BreaksFeeling overwhelmed? Just say so. We’ll pause — no stress.

8. Trust the ProcessYou picked a shop you believe in. Now let us take it from here — with clean tools, professional care, and a smooth experience from start to finish.