FIRST TIME GETTING A TATTOO
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TATTOO F.A.Q.
Q: How long do tattoos take?
A: It depends on the design! A tattoo can take anywhere from 30 seconds to 100+ hours to complete depending on factors such as size, placement, style, & amount of detail. Some areas of the body, such as the ribs, hips, or neck generally take longer as the skin is more elastic in those areas.
Q: How much do tattoos cost and what determines pricing?
A: The cost of your tattoo depends primarily on size, placement, amount of detail, & amount of time that it takes. The shop minimum is $100 (per person) regardless of how small or simple the tattoo is.
Q: How much does it hurt?
A: Pain varies from person to person and depends on placement, but usually isn't unbearable.
Q: Can I take pain medication like Ibuprofen beforehand?
A: Most pain medications are blood thinners and can cause complications during the tattooing and healing process, so it is not recommended.
Q: How long does a tattoo take to heal?
A: Healing time varies depending on the size and location of the tattoo but is generally between 2-4 weeks. Properly following your artist's aftercare instructions will help your healing process go smoothly.
Q: Can I work out after getting tattooed?
A: We generally recommend waiting at least a week after getting tattooed before resuming your normal exercise routine and certain areas may require special instructions regarding the aftercare.
A: It depends on the design! A tattoo can take anywhere from 30 seconds to 100+ hours to complete depending on factors such as size, placement, style, & amount of detail. Some areas of the body, such as the ribs, hips, or neck generally take longer as the skin is more elastic in those areas.
Q: How much do tattoos cost and what determines pricing?
A: The cost of your tattoo depends primarily on size, placement, amount of detail, & amount of time that it takes. The shop minimum is $100 (per person) regardless of how small or simple the tattoo is.
Q: How much does it hurt?
A: Pain varies from person to person and depends on placement, but usually isn't unbearable.
Q: Can I take pain medication like Ibuprofen beforehand?
A: Most pain medications are blood thinners and can cause complications during the tattooing and healing process, so it is not recommended.
Q: How long does a tattoo take to heal?
A: Healing time varies depending on the size and location of the tattoo but is generally between 2-4 weeks. Properly following your artist's aftercare instructions will help your healing process go smoothly.
Q: Can I work out after getting tattooed?
A: We generally recommend waiting at least a week after getting tattooed before resuming your normal exercise routine and certain areas may require special instructions regarding the aftercare.