Aftercare
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Aftercare 〰️
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Avoid scratching or picking at the tattoo. Gently patting the area can help soothe itching.
If the tattoo is in an area that’s typically covered, avoid wearing tight clothing whenever possible.
Avoid bathtubs, hot tubs, pools, and other scenarios where your tattoo may be immersed in water. While sunblock is an essential part of your tattoo’s overall aftercare, it’s best to avoid this until after the tattoo has fully healed.
Avoid direct sun exposure to your new tattoo for at least 30 days.
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For the first 24 hours, there will be some fluid and ink built up under the bandage, and your skin will be red and warm. These are normal reactions.
Leave the bandage on for 4 days. If you notice any fluid leaking out of the bandage before this point, or the bandage started peeling and exposes part of the tattoo, remove the bandage using the following steps.
Twice a day for one week:
Wash your hands thoroughly with antibacterial liquid soap, then remove the bandage by stretching the corner in the direction that’s parallel to the bandage. You can help release the bandage from the skin with some warm water. Gently wash the area with antibacterial liquid soap. After cleaning the tattoo, pat the skin dry with paper towel and let air dry for a few minutes.
After cleaning the tattoo, apply a thin layer of unscented water-based lotion, like Lubriderm. Apply the lotion a few more times throughout the day if the skin becomes dry.
After a week, you can stop washing the tattoo and continue moisturizing twice a day for the next 30 days.
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Leave the bandage on for at least 3 hours, then wash the tattoo with antibacterial liquid soap and let it dry without moisturizing.
After 24 hours, you can wash the tattoo and then moisturize with a thin layer of unscented water-based lotion TWICE a day; apply a few more times throughout the day if the skin becomes dry. Follow this step for a week.
After the first week, you can stop washing the tattoo and continue moisturizing twice a day for the next 30 days.
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If you need some touch up done on your tattoo, the first one is free and can be booked through email
Booking
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Booking 〰️
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I provide a flat rate for flash pieces. Most of my flash fall into $250-$400 with a $200 minimum.
For customs, there’s a $250 minimum (plus $50 custom fee). If you have a budget, please let me know, I will try my best to accommodate. The session will be charged by my hourly rate of $150.
Guest spot rates are generally higher than my regular rate to cover travel expenses.
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You can find all available flash pieces on @beenhorseyflashpage. Every flash comes with a flash number and you can find them in the caption section of each post. Please include this number in your booking form.
I will respond to your request within 48 hours. Please check your spam folder if you haven’t heard back from me in 48 hours. You will then be directed to place a $50 non-refundable deposit to secure an appointment.
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I only take on custom projects that I feel is true to my artistic voice, so please only reach out if you find appreciation in most of my work and are open to give me the most creative freedom. I find this generally creates a more collaborative and fun experience for everyone involved.
When you request a custom project, please fill out the form on my website with as much information as possible that’s relevant to the project. I may reach out for more context or photos, if applicable. I generally ask the client to send me a few of my own tattoos or flash (never other artists’ work) that they’re most drawn to. And, of course, photographs that are personal to you and relevant to the project.
We will discuss the details through email, and if you’d like to proceed with booking, you’ll be directed to place a $50 non-refundable deposit and $50 custom design fee. Only the deposit goes towards the total due on the day of your appointment. The custom fee is also non-refundable.
I will send you the design the day before the appointment so we can go over any adjustments.
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If you need to reschedule your appointment, please contact me at your earliest convenience through email at least 48 hours before the appointment for a free rescheduling. Your deposit only covers one free rescheduling.
If you need to cancel your appointment, please note the deposit is non-refundable.
No-shows will not be rebooked.
Appointment
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Appointment 〰️
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Please moisturize the area where you’re planning on placing the tattoo for the week leading up to the appointment. Also, avoid sunburns in the area. I will not tattoo an area with visible sunburn.
Before your appointment:
Get a good night's rest.
Stay hydrated.
Make sure that you have a healthy balanced meal.
Wear comfortable clothes.
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Please bring your valid government-issued photo ID to your appointment. I will need to make a copy.
Feel free to bring some water and snacks for fuel and energy.
I take cash for the remaining due. Please plan accordingly. There’s an ATM located inside the convenience store across the street from our shop.
You’re welcome to bring a guest.
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When you arrive at the shop, please ask for my name. I will greet you in the lobby and let you fill out your form and then make a copy of your ID. Then we will look at the sizes and placement of your tattoo.
You will be offered a restroom break before we start the session. You’re free to take breaks as needed during the session as well.
Please expect to spend about 2.5-3.5 hours in the shop depending on the specific tattoo. Please let me know before the appointment day if you have plans arranged close to the end of the session so we can make things go smoothly and timely.
When your appointment is finished, you’ll leave with a bandage covering your new tattoo. Please carefully follow the aftercare instructions on this page and feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
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