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The Guide

Everything you need to know before, during and after a tattoo, written by the people doing it. Mostly harmless.

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Aftercare

The first two weeks: washing, balm, sleeping, swimming and sun.

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Pain and placement

Where it hurts, where it ages well, and how big it needs to be.

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Booking and deposits

How enquiries, deposits, rescheduling and consent forms work.

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Custom or flash

Drawn just for you, or picked off the wall, and what each costs in time.

Coming soon

Cover-ups and touch-ups

What can go over old work, and when to come back for a refresh.

Nothing on the wall yetNew pieces land here as soon as the artists post them.

Don’t panic.

This site is for people aged 13 and over. Confirm your age to come in.

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