Tattoo is a form of art. Due to its permanent feature, tattooing should be well-prepared. But there are many who make mistakes about getting tattoos. Here are some common mistakes you need to be aware of in order to avoid regret.
1. Make Decisions Lightly
Take your time and think hard about the design before you submit ‘your body’ to the tattoo artist. Once it’s on your body, it will stay there for good. Hence, you need to think over the long-term impacts. It is normally advisable not to carve the names of your loved ones, unless you are extremely sure. Yes, tattoo removal is possible, but it comes with pain and a high price.
2. No Research
Do your homework to find the best tattoo studio. There are several things to consider from the portfolio, design style, to cleanliness. Scroll the Instagram screen to see what or whose work really moves you. Study what sorts of ink are available, which artists use them, and how to contact them. You want to be sure that the artist’s style and the tattoo you are keen on getting are compatible with each other. A good tattoo artist listens to your description, proposes a design, and sets an appointment.
You may also want to visit the studio and take a good look at the facilities. You want to see good sanitation, new and one-time use needles unwrapped for each customer, and fresh ink never used before.
3. Drinking Alcohol
Avoid alcoholic drinks when you are about to get tattoos. That drinking alcohol can relieve pain while tattooing is only a myth. The truth is drinking alcohol before tattooing will only cause more bleeding, since it makes it harder for the blood to clot.
4. Wrong Spot
Keep in mind that not all body parts can be tattooed. For instance, tattooing on the face is not recommended for aesthetic reasons and the subsequent social consequences. Even in developed countries, tattooing on visible parts of the body such as face, neck, or head leads to some serious consequences. About a third of global entrepreneurs reveal that employees having tattoos on visible parts of the body tend to get less or no promotion. Besides, wrong placement of tattoos also poses a problem when thinking of getting a tattoo with a larger design. Hence, if you plan to get a large tattoo on certain parts of your body later on, make sure not to tattoo that area to get a maximum result.
5. Forgetting The Aftercare
It takes like two weeks for a new tattoo to heal. Your newly-made tattoos are actually an open wound that needs good care in order to protect them and to avoid infection. It’s wise to listen to your tattoo artist about the aftercare and follow the advice carefully.
Avoid swimming, diving, or soaking in a tub after tattooing. You can still take a bath, but tap the new tattoo area lightly till it’s dry. Do not sleep on the tattooed parts either. Also, keep the area out of the sun. And finally, put on clothing that doesn’t come into contact too hard with the area.
6. Not Tipping The Artist
They spend hours creating the design of your wishes. They do it in detail and with creativity, so they deserve tipping. After all, tattoo artistry is one of many art professions where tipping will be highly appreciated.
Bali Tattoo Art Gallery features a team of professional and skilled talents in the field of tattoo artistry. We are ready at all times to provide excellent service and assistance with anything related to tattooing, from consultation to aftercare. With the international standards our artists have achieved, rest assured that the best design is on the way to any body parts of your choice.
