HOW TO GET READY FOR YOUR TATTOO APPOINTMENT

1-2 weeks before

  • EXFOLIATE & MOISTURIZE: You should take good care of your skin by exfoliating once or twice a week and moisturizing everyday.

  • HYDRATE: Drink lots of water to hydrate your skin from the inside out.

  • AVOID SUN EXPOSURE: Stay out of the sun for at least 2 weeks before your appointment. If you have a sunburn for the day of your appointment, Adriana will not be able to tattoo you and your deposit will be forfeited.

  • MAKE AFTERCARE PURCHASES: You should purchase any products you will need to take care of your tattoo ahead of time.

    1. Non-scented antibacterial soap like Dial gold or Castile Soap

    2. Tattoo ointment like Redemption Aftercare, Toad & Turnip or Aquaphor.

    3. Non-scented body lotion like Lubriderm, Cervae or Eucerin.

    4. Transpore or Micropore Bandage Tape, to secure Tattoo Armour Pads onto the area.

    5. Please visit the Aftercare page to learn more about how to take care of your tattoo.

24hrs before

  • AVOID BLOOD THINNERS like aspirin or alcohol for at least 24hrs, as they will make you swell and bleed more interfering with the tattoo process therefore affecting the end result. Consult your doctor about your prescription medications and conditions.

  • AVOID EXCESSIVE CAFFEINE or completely if you can. Caffeine can actually raise your blood pressure making you bleed more resulting in loss of color and saturation. E.g. a cup of coffee is fine but avoid energy drinks or pre-workout.

  • MONITOR YOUR HEALTH: If you develop symptoms of Covid-19 or other illnesses the day before the appointment or the morning of, please get in touch with us immediately to reschedule your appointment.

The day of

  • EAT: Please make sure to hydrate and eat a solid meal BEFORE your appointment! We will have a lunch break for longer sessions so plan to bring food with you or have it delivered, but you are also encouraged to bring snacks to keep your body energized.

  • SHOWER: Make sure you are clean, but refrain from from wearing any perfume or cologne or from shaving the area as it may cause irritation and interfere with the tattoo process.

  • TWO IS COMPANY: Three is a crowd! Please keep guess to a 1 person minimum if you are bringing someone. Uneq’s studio is small and can not accompany a lot of people. Additional guest will be asked to leave.

  • DRESS COMFORTABLY: Wear COMFY clothes, preferably in black or in a solid neutral color (for photography purposes), that allow easy access to the area where you're getting the tattoo and that you won’t necessarily mind getting dirty as there’s a chance they can get ink or blood on them (E.g., if your're getting a tattoo on your hip, you should bring a swimsuit that you can untie at the sides; if you’re getting your calf tattooed, you should bring shorts, etc). Please take a look at the What to wear page for clothing recommendations.

  • TAKE THE TIME OFF: Do not make serious plans or time commitments (e.g. work, dinner reservations, ticketed events…) for after your appointment as there is no way to accurately predict how long the entire appointment will last, and you don’t want your artist to have to rush.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!