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Before You Get Tattooed

Following these guidelines will help to ensure a great experience and an ideal outcome. Please contact us with any questions or concerns.

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  • IDENTIFICATION: Please arrive to your appointment on time with valid state/federal photo ID. If you are unclear about what forms of ID we are able to accept, give the studio a call in advance and we will be happy to help you. We cannot tattoo you without valid ID.

  • NO CHILDREN: You may not hold your child while you get tattooed, children are not permitted in the service room or unattended in our lobby. This is for the safety of your child and our work environment.

  • FOOD: Eat something. Not having a meal prior to your appointment can lower your blood sugar and cause you to feel lightheaded or nauseous before/during/after your service. feel free to bring water and snacks.

  • ALCOHOL/MARIJUANA: Alcohol will thin your blood and cause complications during the tattoo appointment and healing process. A hangover will amplify the pain of getting a tattoo. Marijuana is strongly discouraged as it tends to heighten sensitivity.

  • INTOXICATION: If you appear intoxicated by any substance whatsoever on the day of your appointment, you will be refused service in accordance with Oregon state law.

  • CLOTHING: Wear clothes that allow easy access to the area being tattooed, and that you do not mind getting stained. For women, a bikini top is ideal when getting a ribcage, sternum, or mid-back tattoo.

  • HYGIENE: Please shower the day of your appointment prior to getting tattooed. Proper hygiene  and thoroughly washing the site of the tattoo is important as showering may be difficult in the days following due to bandages.

  • HEALTH: If you are sick or worried that you may be getting sick, please call the studio at least 24 hour before your appointment to reschedule. Not only will illness effect the healing of your tattoo, but the close proximity you will have to your artist will put everyone in our studio at risk of exposure. Certain skin/medical conditions and medications, especially those that can thin the blood, may affect the tattoo process and/or healing. When in doubt, consult with a doctor before making an appointment. Please call us with any questions.

  • SKIN CONDITION: Sunburnt or sun damaged skin, rashes, cuts, scrapes, etc. cannot be tattooed. Please do not wear lotion as it can complicate applying the stencil.

  • GUESTS: You are welcome to bring one guest with you to your appointment. There is not enough space to accommodate larger groups and additional guests must wait outside.

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