Before your appointment
It is important to prepare for your session by hydrating, not drinking alcohol the night before and making sure you get a good night sleep.
On the day of your appointment
Make sure to have breakfast/lunch and feel free to bring a sugary drink and snacks if your session will be long. Please bring loose comfortable clothes depending on the placement of your tattoo and have appropriate body hygiene. It’s best to avoid stimulants so you’re feeling relaxed while siting. I cannot tattoo anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol as there can be complications. You will sign a consent form, inform me of any health issues or allergies and we’ll start the session!
Read more on the Step by Step here.
After your appointment
Please follow the Aftercare Instructions below
Contact me if you have any doubts or concerns
After a few weeks I will send you a follow up message and see if we can schedule a healed tattoo photo shoot.
Tattoo aftercare instructions
The way your tattoo will stay depends on the healing process. A tattoo is a shallow wound that needs to be taken care of for the first two weeks and protected from the sun. Aftercare cream is available at the shop.
remove the film after 2-3 hours
wash your tattoo with a gentle, antibacterial soap (Sanex 0) and lukewarm water
pat it dry with paper towels and let is breathe for a while
apply a small amount of tattoo healing balm (Butterluxe, Bephanten etc.). Make sure no moisture gets trapped under the balm.
wear a paper towel and protective film during the first night, your skin will release plasma and ink.
repeat the process three times a day during the first week
if you’re indoors it’s good for your tattoo to breathe. If you go out or feel that your tattoo is rubbing against your clothes protect it with film but make sure to change it so sweat or bacteria don’t accumulate (within 4 hours).
protect your tattoo from the sun for the first two weeks and use sunscreen always when sunbathing even after your tattoo is healed.
no swimming or baths for the first two weeks but yes to showers
after three to seven days, your tattoo will start to flake and itch. Make sure not to scratch it and use any moisturiser until the skin returns back to it’s normal texture.
keep in mind that there are more than one way to heal your tattoo, it’s best to find the best way that works for you.
if you have any questions during the healing process please get in touch.
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In order to begin a project or to claim a design, I require a non-refundable deposit which will usually cost between £50-£100 deducted from the total of the session.
This deposit covers the setup costs & it reserves the booked date.
If you need to reschedule your appointment please let me know as soon as possible so I can fill in the cancellation.
The deposit is lost in the case of a short cancellation notice (no later than 48h) and will require another deposit to reschedule.
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I send a draft of the designs a few days before your appointment so I can hear your thoughts and ask you more specific questions.
The final design will be ready as soon as possible but keep in mind that it will still be open to changes. The day of your appointment is when I can dedicate myself fully into placing the design and into making it work on your body.
I am happy to do as many changes as needed until you are happy and confident with your design.
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I do not use any numbing product. If you decide to do so please let me know. Allergies and rashes are not rare so it would be under your own responsibility. If the skin is affected we would need to reschedule with a new deposit.
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Each tattoo is unique so the cost will vary depending on the complexity of the project: size, colour or black & placement on the body. For accuracy, please ask me for a quote directly.
This guide is approximated :
Small tattoo (up to 5cm) - £80 - £100
Medium tattoo or palm size (5-10cm) - £100 - £250
Large tattoo or hand size (10- 18cm) - £250 - £350
Full day session (5-6h) - £400-£600
Multiple day sessions - £400 each
The cost of the session includes:
the stencilling, the setup of the station, the time tattooing, supplies, use of the studio space, any necessary retouches* and post-tattoo attention.
For retouches I charge the costs of the setup unless it can be done at the end of another tattoo, in which case it’s free of charge.
*Due to the extra time required, expect a bit more for complicated placements such as neck, ribs, back, face, fingers, feet, abdomen, chest.
*Custom designs cost £50-£100 on top of the session to cover the time I dedicate to the design.
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Every custom project is unique so I have to dedicate time to research, draw and designs. Custom designs have an extra cost of £50-£100 depending on the complexity of the project.
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For retouches I charge the costs of the setup unless it can be done at the end of another tattoo, in which case it’s free of charge.
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Flash designs are repeatable designs usually sold on Flash Days. I like to vary the colours and adapt them to the placement.
Exclusive designs are one of a kind pieces that are not repeatable but they are used as inspiration for future designs. Custom designs are never repeatable.
As tattooists we have a high demand of new designs. I do not sell the rights of our designs, I sell the unique tattoo. If you have any questions about this please get in touch.
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It is obligatory to fill in and sign the consent form before we start the session
Please inform me of any allergies or health conditions before booking so we can determine if tattoos are okay
If you’re under 21 please bring in your ID. It is illegal to tattoo under 18 year old.
Under any circumstance alcohol or drugs are permitted in the studio space. I will not tattoo anybody under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
I reserve the right to deny tattooing if inappropriate behaviour is displayed
All rights are reserved for all the content, designs, artwork and tattoos I display on this website, everywhere on the internet and in the real world.
It is the responsibility of the customer to take care of the tattoo and follow the aftercare instructions.