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Frequently asked questions
We prefer that the initial appointment be a 30 min consultation with one of our Tattoo artists to understand your needs and explore designs. This consultation is FREE and needs to be done face to face ideally. Thereafter, a booking can be made for the actual tattoo. A R450 deposit is required to secure this booking. This amount will be deducted off the price of the tattoo.
Deposits can be made in person or via EFT (electronic fund transfer). Banking details will be shared at the appropriate time. Note that no work will take place on agreed designs until the deposit is received.We prefer that the initial appointment be a 30 min consultation with one of our Tattoo artists to understand your needs and explore designs. This consultation is FREE and needs to be done face to face ideally. Thereafter, a booking can be made for the actual tattoo. A R450 deposit is required to secure this booking. This amount will be deducted off the price of the tattoo. Deposits can be made in person or via EFT (electronic fund transfer). Banking details will be shared at the appropriate time. Note that no work will take place on agreed designs until the deposit is received.
Each quotation will depend on the following:
Detail or the style of the tattoo.
Placement – Where on the body the tattoo will be placed.
Size of your tattoo – How big the tattoo will be on your body.
Whether your tattoo be done in black & grey, full colour or partial colour.
The shop minimum for ANY tattoo work no matter how small is R450. Please keep in mind that we can only give an accurate quote once the final design, size and placement have been agreed on.
For large tattoos (e.g. sleeves, back pieces etc) we have an hourly rate of R450. Alternatively the Artist can be booked for the day (max 9 hrs) at R3500. Any outstanding work at the end of the day will revert back to the R450/hour rate.
We personalise every single tattoo for our clients and do any drawing needed. However , we cannot choose your tattoo for you as tattoos are a personal choice.
Most of our clients will bring in a rough sketch, pictures and objects that represents the idea or concept of their tattoo. We also have a great selection of Flash in our studio to help you finalise your idea. So don't hesitate to come and visit us for a friendly consult.
Yes they do, however the level of pain depends on the individual as well as on tattoo placement. Some areas are more sensitive than others. However, everyone has their own threshold for pain and everyone’s experience is different. The key is pain management
A few tips to keep pain to a minimum:
-Get enough rest before your session
-Eat a substantial meal before your session
-Moisturise your skin daily a few days before session.
-Bring a book, ipod/smart phone(with earphones)for music as a distraction. We have free Wi-Fi.
-Sit as still as possible and relax
-Don't fight the pain.
Yes we can, dependant on a few factors:
-how big and dark the old tattoo is.
-how big you’re willing to go in relation to the old tattoo.
-what you want to cover it up with.
The best way to see exactly is by coming past our studio and letting one of our artists have a look and make recommendations accordingly
We do not charge for touchups on tattoos done at our studio within a year of having it done.
However it excludes the following:
- hand tattoos
- foot tattoos
- finger tattoos
- if a client has not looked after their tattoo correctly (water damage,infection etc...)
These are charged at our shop minimum(please confirm what the updated min. is)
There are many schools of thought regarding the aftercare of new tattoos. We will give our clients the best advice to look after a new tattoo according our experience.
DIRECTLY AFTER:
1. Your friendly artist will apply aftercare ointment and wrap tattoo. Keep wrap on for a max of 2 hours after leaving the studio.
2. On removal, your tattoo needs to be cleaned.
3. Wash hands with an anti-bacterial soap ideally.
4. Lightly wash tattooed area with mild unscented soap.( e.g. Dove Pure and Sensitive bar)
5. Rinse gently with lukewarm water, leaving no soapy residue.
6. Pat dry with paper towel and wait until dry to the touch.
7. Lightly apply aftercare ointment.We will normally carry a variety of aftercare offerings for our clients which you can purchase at the end of your session.
Repeat steps 3-7 daily for the first 2-3 weeks.
In the 1st week, your tattoo should be washed approximately 2-3 times a day.
Note that infection can set in if your tattoo is not well maintained in the first 3 weeks in particular.
By the end of week one, your tattoo is likely to become very itchy. Do not scratch it. Instead apply a fragrance free moisturiser to soothe it. It may also help to keep your closed moisturiser in the fridge. The coolness of the moisturiser will have an added soothing benefit.
DON'TS:
-Do not expose fresh tattoo to sun
-Do not wear tight clothing over new tattoo.
-Do not expose tattoo to excessive steam or moisture(no long showers)
- Do not swim for the first 3 weeks.
- Do not apply sunscreen until tattoo is fully healed
- Do not scratch your tattoo especially while it is healing. This will results in scab removal while will not only affect the final result but can also result in infection setting in.
Fully healed Tattoos:
Once your tat is fully healed, the following steps will help you keep it looking its best:
• Keep it out of the sun. When not possible, use an SPF 30 at minimum
• Keep it moisturised
Note: Allergic reactions to some inks are possible. If you have a shellfish allergy please let us know upfront.
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