Prepare well. Heal well.
A simple guide to preparing for your appointment, making the session comfortable, and taking care of your tattoo afterward.
Quick Essentials
SHOWER BEFORE
Come clean, fresh and in clean clothes.
EAT + HYDRATE
Have a proper meal and drink water before your session.
BE ON TIME
Arrive on time or message as early as possible if delayed.
DRESS FOR ACCESS
Wear comfortable clothes that make the tattoo area easy to reach.
COME SOBER
No alcohol or recreational drugs before the appointment.
HEALTH MATTERS
Tell me beforehand about anything that could affect tattooing or healing.
Before your session
Sleep well
Being rested makes the session easier on your body.
Eat beforehand
Do not arrive on an empty stomach.
Bring water and a snack
Especially useful for longer sessions.
Take a shower
Clean skin and fresh clothing make close-contact sessions more comfortable.
Avoid strong perfume
Normal deodorant is fine; avoid heavy fragrance.
Hair on the tattoo area
Light trimming is fine if necessary. Avoid aggressive shaving immediately beforehand because irritation or small cuts can interfere with tattooing.
Wear practical clothing
Choose clothing that makes the tattoo area easy to access and will not rub heavily against the fresh tattoo afterward.
Studio etiquette
PLEASE DO:
- Be on time
- Speak up if you need a break
- Tell me if you feel dizzy, weak or unwell
- Ask questions when something is unclear
- Keep communication direct and respectful
- Discuss realistic size/budget expectations before design preparation
PLEASE AVOID:
- Arriving drunk or high
- Bringing several guests without asking first
- Touching tattoo equipment or the prepared tattoo area
- Major last-minute concept changes
- Requesting exact copies of another artist's tattoo
- Excessive movement, calls or interruptions during critical tattooing
- Pressuring the artist to ignore placement, size or safety recommendations
Health comes first
Tell me before your appointment about any relevant health condition, medication, allergy, skin condition, current illness, or anything else that could affect bleeding, healing or the safety of the session.
Personal health information is treated privately.
Aftercare
Follow the covering instructions given after your tattoo. Different coverings may require different timing.
Wash gently with clean hands, rinse carefully and pat dry. Do not scrub.
Use only a thin amount of recommended aftercare/moisturizer. Do not over-moisturize.
Mild peeling and itching may occur. Do not scratch, pick or peel.
Avoid swimming, soaking, sauna, unnecessary friction and direct sun.
Once fully healed, use sun protection to help preserve the tattoo.
If you develop concerning symptoms such as worsening redness, swelling, pain, discharge or fever, seek appropriate medical advice.
Questions about preparation or healing?
MOBISTATTOO • Tbilisi, Georgia