Before you sit in the chair
What to know before booking, during healing, and everything in between — written for anyone getting a tattoo, not just first-timers.
Tattoo Aftercare: How to Take Care of a New Tattoo
How to clean, moisturize, and protect a fresh tattoo, and what's normal to see in the first few weeks of healing.
How to Choose a Tattoo Shop and Artist
What to actually check before booking — portfolio fit, hygiene, and the questions worth asking a shop before you commit.
How Much Does a Tattoo Cost? Pricing and Tipping Guide
How tattoo pricing actually works — hourly rates, shop minimums, what drives the price up — plus standard tipping norms.
Tattoo Shop Hygiene and Safety: What to Look For
The equipment and practices a clean, professional shop uses — single-use needles, sterilization, and cross-contamination barriers.
Getting Your First Tattoo: What to Expect
How to prepare for your first session, what the pain actually feels like by placement, and what happens once you're in the chair.
Tattoo Touch-Ups and Removal: What to Know
When a touch-up is normal and usually free, and the basics of how laser tattoo removal actually works.