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Going for a new tattoo is the most exciting thing for tattoo lovers. But even if it’s your first or tenth tattoo, you have to take proper pre-tattoo preparedness and it’s just as crucial as post-tattoo care. In this blog, we go through the importance of pre-tattoo preparation.
Why is Pre Tattoo Care Important?
Getting body art is the finest way to show your character. It’s always a signature event to have a tattoo on your skin. If the pre-tattoo care is proper, you can be assured that the tattoo will be as vibrant as you had expected after proper aftercare. Even the tattoo process will be smooth and less painful.
Here is a complete guide on how to prepare for your new tattoo
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Have a design in your mind: Pick a design that is relevant for you. Keep a design in mind before going to your artist. Go for small design if it’s your first ink because it will be less painful.
Meet the tattoo artist: It’s good to see the artist in advance so that you can talk on all the doubts you have about the design. All your doubts will be cleared as the artist will draw the design on the paper for you. You can pick your artist online or by a friend’s recommendation. Check their portfolio online or offline.
Placement is Important: Placing is crucial because some parts are more sensitive to pain. It’s suggested not to have ink on the skin where bones are very close to the surface as it may lead to issues. Body parts exposed to direct sunlight should not be inked.
Consider Pain: It’s crucial to consider before going for your first or new ink. If you know the degree of pain, you can be mentally prepared for it. Pain varies from individual to individual, some feel mind or dull pain, but some of them have experienced acute pain when the needle moves over the nerves or is close to the bone. A lot of people have described their pain as fingernail scratching on their tanned skin.
Be Hydrated: Keep having ample water not just one or two days before your appointment but for many days, as it’s important to keep your skin hydrated. Hydrated skin makes it easy for the artist to ink your body, and it’s even good for the healing procedure.
Have a Good Sleep: A good night’s sleep the night before may reduce the pain of the tattoo process and also promote good healing. A good sleep will make you relaxed in the discomfort of the pain.
Avoid Blood Thinners: Blood thinners like Aspirin will make your tattoo bleed and the final result may not look as good as you want. Avoid blood thinner at least a day before appointment.
No Alcohol: Alcohol encourages blood thinning which is not good for your tattoo. Avoid alcohol 48 hours before your appointment. Alcohol also dehydrates the body, and a lot of artists ask you to schedule around days you don’t drink.
Have a balanced meal: Tattoo process leads to trauma in your body and you need more stamina. Have a balanced meal before your session to make sure you have sufficient energy.
Comforting Clothes Are Crucial: Wear over sized and at ease clothing for your appointment. Keep in mind that your session may last longer than you thought. Loose clothes also make it simple for the artist as they can reach the required spot.
Prepare Your Skin: Keep going with a good skincare routine from days before your tattoo appointment. Moisturize your skin with a good moisturiser to make your skin tattoo-ready. Avoid direct sunlight in the part you are going to have a tattoo.
Limit Caffeine: Caffeine drains your body. Keep down on your tea and coffee consumption for a day before your appointment. Caffeine may also increase your pain during the process.
Budget Is The Key: Always think that the tattoo you are going for may require many sessions to complete, and it may cross the budget you had in mind. Even you may have to invest more time than you had expected. Keep some extra budget of both time and money.
All the above points should be followed to have the tattoo you imagined. Have a great tattoo.
