Tattoo Aftercare
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Keep Second Skin on for 20-48 hours
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Peel Second Skin off in shower
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Wash 2Xs a day with gold soap for 2 weeks
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Apply Lubriderm or Cetaphil for 2 weeks
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No picking or scratching
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Protect tattoo from sun & do not work out for 5 days
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Keep second skin on for 1-2days. If it begins to leak, or lifts off the tattoo, take it off and wash with gold dial soap. If you develop redness, take it off - the redness will go away.
When you remove the second skin, do so under warm running water. Gently lift from the bottom, and let it peel away from the skin. Do not rip it off like a bandaid.
Wash with warm water and antibacterial dial gold soap.
Pat dry with a paper towel and let air dry for a few minutes.
Put a scent free dye free lotion on it (lubriderm or cetaphil are my favorites)
Repeat the washing and moisturizing every day for 2-3 weeks. Do this 2-3 times a day.
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Wear the Saran Wrap/bandage until you get home or up to one hour.
Take off and dispose of the Saran Wrap/bandage.
Wash with warm water and antibacterial dial gold soap.
Pat dry with a paper towel and let sit for a few minutes.
Put a scent free dye free lotion on it.
Repeat the washing and moisturizing every day for 2-3 weeks do this 2-3 times a day.
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Do not scratch at your tattoo. It will itch. Do not scratch.
Do not use petroleum based ointments on it. This means Vaseline or A+D
Do not go swimming. Do not submerge the tattoo in any water. Baths, lakes, rivers, oceans, hot tubs, pools, etc. off limits until healed. Showers are fine, baths are not.
If you get it dirty or sweaty - wash it.
Don’t put makeup on it or scented body wash / perfume on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Day of: Eat a full meal and hydrate!
Week before: Keep your skin moisturized and hydrated! Exfoliate a few days before your tattoo and keep up with lotion leading up to your appointment.
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Your ID, a hydrating beverage, and a snack! We recommend candy for the glucose.
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Cash (preferred), Venmo, CashApp, and card. Please be advised there is a 5% transaction fee for card payments.
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Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. A no-call no-show forfeits deposit.
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Each of our artists charge their own individual rates, but generally range between $150-$200 per hour. Flash prices are listed with each option when an artist releases new designs. Apprentice rates may vary from artist rates.
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Tips are not required, but always greatly appreciated by your artist. A good rule of thumb is to tip as you would at other service industries. Other forms of tips will be just as appreciated! Artists love non-monetary gifts such as handmade gifts, plants, and baked goods.
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Yes! However, we are primarily appointment based, so it’s a good idea to call before stopping by to get an idea of who is available that day.
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No. It is illegal in Rhode Island to tattoo anyone under the age of 18.
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Nope! We encourage you to let your tattoo artist handle shaving during your appointment to avoid any cuts or razor rash before the appointment.
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Arriving up to 5 minutes early is perfectly fine! Unless mentioned by your artist, please refrain from arriving any earlier, as we are using that time to clean up from the last appointment and prepare for your appointment!
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As tattoos heal, the ink naturally spreads out. Tattooing something too small doesn’t give the design enough space to spread out and still hold the design without turning into a blob of black overtime. The artist will give you size options that will allow your tattoo to heal nicely.
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The truth is, tattoos hurt. Some areas hurt more than others and it’s different for each client depending on location. There are a lot of numbing creams on the market. We recommend Zensa! One thing to consider is a lot of these creams can
wear off during the tattoo, making it can feel more sensitive than it would have without the cream. If you are thinking about using a cream always talk to your artist beforehand.
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If you’re sick, please reschedule. Your tolerance to pain and stress will be low, and your artist does not want to catch anything. If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, you will need to schedule for after the baby is born and no longer breastfeeding.
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Absolutely! Some tattoo artists specialize and some like to do everything. Some artists only do black and grey and some love color or both. See which artist aligns with your vision before booking.
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Depends we leave it up to the artist. Some artists don’t want to tattoo certain areas of the body, certain styles, certain symbolism, or something they don’t feel comfortable doing.
Still have some unanswered questions or concerns? We’re happy to help!