
The month of
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Maintain a consistent sleep routine, don't overwork yourself, avoid stress-inducing activities.
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Exfoliate your skin two times a week, keep your skin moisturized and hydrate by drinking water.
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Avoid damaging the area, wear sunscreen, be careful of scratches and scrapes, don't pop pimples or pick at the tattoo area.
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Communicate any design changes with your artist.
The week of
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Avoid excessive alcohol or drug consumption, maintain your day to day routines to avoid stress.
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Stop exfoliating your still 2-3 days beforehand, continue to moisturize daily.
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Stay hydrated and fed, fuel your body with full and healthy meals to maintain energy.
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Prepare your tattoo "go bag" - charge your earbuds, find your book or your switch, buy snacks, get together anything you may need to be comfortable and entertained for your session.
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Double check studio location and your commute time.
The day of
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Come showered and in comfortable clothing. Work with where your tattoo is going and dress accordingly, consider wearing black or neutral tones for photographing purposes.
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Shave beforehand only if your skin is accustomed to shaving and you KNOW you will not get cuts, razor burn, or ingrown hairs.
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Eat a FULL meal within two hours before your appointment to avoid low blood sugar and fatigue. Bring snacks or a sugary drink if your are prone to low blood sugar or fainting, or if you are getting a larger piece done.
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Plan to arrive to your appointment 10-15 minutes before your appointment start time to sign in, please communicate with your artist if you are running behind for any reason!