Getting ready for a tattoo
First-tattoo guidance and how to show up to your session in good shape.
⏱ 7 min
First Tattoo Tips: What to Do Before, During, and After
How to pick an artist, read a studio's hygiene signals, prep the day before and day of, and know what the session and the aftercare handoff will be like.
⏱ 6 min
What to Eat Before Getting a Tattoo (and What to Avoid)
Blood sugar and hydration decide how long you can sit. Here is what to eat, when to eat it, what to skip for 24 hours, and what to pack for a long session.