Getting a Tattoo (2022 Infographic): 30 Things to Know Before Getting Your First Tattoo
Can you have Dwayne Johnson’s elaborated Bull tattoo design (updated in 2017) on your biceps? Unless you have bigger biceps then Dwayne Johnson then there is no other way you can get the exact tattoo on your biceps. Your expectations should be based on facts and not just imaginations.
20. Shave –
Most people think that shaving is useless for getting a tattoo. You are wrong if you think so. You do not want the tattoo to hide under the hairs on your skin. If you want your tattoo to stand out and be meaningful then clean hairs around the body part where you want it. Cleaning just 3 4 inches around the tattoo won’t work. You might have to clean hairs that are not even near the tattoo. So be prepared for it.
21. Don’t Panic –
Most people just skip the process of thinking and researching before getting a tattoo. They just go to the studio and sit on the chair for their tattoo. What commonly happens to such people is an inevitable panic attack. Mind work in mysterious ways. It questions your decision right in the middle of tattooing thus resulting in discomfort for both client and artist.
If you have prepared yourself physically, mentally and economically then there is no need to panic. Take it as a spiritual process and you will love it.
22. Tip The Artist –
You might not know but many tattoo artists are an employee of the tattoo shops. They do not own it and they have to share the price of the tattoo with the owner. If you liked the work of your tattoo artist then don’t hesitate in giving 15% to 30% tip. This way you will acknowledge their art and appreciate their time and effort.
23. Tattoo Aftercare Cream –
Getting a tattoo without an aftercare cream is liking fighting a battle without armor. You must buy an aftercare cream for yourself. Usually, I would not advise you to pick the cream that your tattoo artist gave you in the studio. Research about aftercare creams and pick the one that best suits you. I would advise Bepanthen+ care cream and Vasocaine Numbing spray.