Eat a good meal and hydrate before your appointment
Avoid drinking alcohol the day before
Avoid direct sunlight as much as possible leading up to your tattoo appointment (sunburns are a no-go)
You can moisturize your skin on the days leading up to your tattoo, but please do not moisturize on the day of your appointment. It can make your skin difficult to tattoo
Bring snacks/beverage with you, particularly for a large tattoo
Wear clean, comfy clothing to your appointment, that allows easy access to the placement of the tattoo. Keep in mind there
Bring blanket/pillows if you think you'll want extra comfort. Again, keep in mind they may get ink on them. And please ensure any blankets/pillowcases brought into the shop have been freshly laundered prior to the appointment
Music will be on during the appointment but feel free to bring earbuds/headphones to listen to your own media if you prefer
