FAQS

Your new tattoo is basically an area of tiny punctures caused by the needles carrying ink into your skin and, as with any wound, there is always a possibility that it may become infected or have other healing issues. Following the advice below helps reduce the chance of anything going wrong with your tattoo:

• Keep the cling film dressing on for 2 hours
• Remove the dressing and wash under hot running water for 10 – 15 minutes
• Gently blot excess water off using a clean towel
• Allow to air dry for 30 minutes
• Apply a thin layer of Bepanthan ointment to the whole tattoo
• Wash and apply Bepanthan 3 – 4 times daily until all flaking/scabbing has gone

Everyone heals at different rates, and healing times depend on many factors. Most flaking/scabbing should disappear within 7-14 days. The skin may appear silvery for the first few weeks afterwards. The tattoo should appear healed in around 4/5 weeks for most people

Yes, we do piercings in our Glasgow studio. Unfortunately we do not do any piercings Edinburgh at the moment.

If you need moral support, we’ll do our best to fit in your guest. Please ask before the time of the booking because some days are busier than others.

If you’re lucky enough to look under 25 then yes, definitely. If you are a little older, it’s a good idea to bring it anyway.

A parent/guardian is NOT I.D. You will need a valid Passport, driver’s licence, a PASS card (eg Young Scot) or Military ID… and yes, we will spot a fake 

Booking is a very good idea. On the rare occasion that an artist has a cancellation or no-show, you may be able to get a walk in slot but you’d be best checking our Facebook or Instagram pages as we will post last minute spaces there.

If you have a medical problem such as heart disease, allergies, diabetes, skin problems (like eczema or psoriasis), a weak immune system, or a bleeding problem, talk to your doctor before booking a tattoo. Also, if you get keloids (an overgrowth of scar tissue) you probably should not get a tattoo. It’s always a good idea to consult with your doctor before getting tattooed if you have any ongoing medical conditions even if you think it will be fine.

Please arrive to the studio at least 10 minutes prior to your appointment and remember to bring along some identification if you look under 25. We take a copy of every young person’s ID as stipulated by our license, so please come prepared with whatever you use to get into a pub.

Once you arrive to our studio, you will be welcomed and asked fill out your consent form.

The artist will be notified of your arrival and will come get you once he/she is ready.

Due to the nature of the work, appointment delays can happen for many reasons. We will notify you as soon as you arrive should your artist be running slightly behind schedule.

It varies depending on the design and the style. Realism artists usually finalise the design on the day of the appointment but if the design is hand drawn, we can send you a copy 24 to 48 hours before the booking

We can take debit card, credit card, cash, PayPal, or bank transfer.

The Haymarket Station is a 10 minute walk away from Edinburgh.

Both Queen St Station and Central Station are a 10 minute walk away from Glasgow.

We don’t have a car park but the Princes Exchange Car Park on Riego St in Edinburgh is a 5 minute walk and one of the cheapest in the city centre. In Glasgow, the Sauchiehall Street Q-Park is 5 minutes away. It’s chesper if you pre-book your parking there.

It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to be tattooed in the UK, regardless of parental consent.

Get a good night’s sleep, don’t drink alcohol for 24 hours beforehand, stay hydrated, and have a good breakfast/lunch a couple of hours before your appointment.

Don’t get sunburn, tan, or use fake tan prior to the appointment. It doesn’t hurt to exfoliate the body part getting tattooed for a few days prior to your booking.

Anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be refused treatment.

It varies with the artists and time of the year. Contact the studio for more information.

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