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Health & Skin Conditions to Be Aware Of
Some medical conditions or temporary issues may affect your ability to heal or receive a tattoo.
Let me know on your intake form if you have anything ongoing — especially autoimmune disorders, diabetes, or skin conditions in the area to be tattooed.

Please reschedule if:
– You’re currently sick, sunburned, or on antibiotics
– You have a rash, cut, or breakout in the tattoo area
– You’ve had recent surgery or are still healing

View the full Tattoo Contraindications List

Q: Are fine line tattoos painful?
A: Discomfort is minimal due to thin lines and smaller needles, especially for small designs.

Q: What areas are most painful?
A: Ribs, spine, forehead, neck, ankles, hands, fingers, and feet are the most painful. Fleshier areas hurt less.

Q: Is it easy to do fine line tattoos?
A: They appear simple, but precision is crucial. Errors are hard to hide, so technique is essential.

Q: Will my client bleed during the procedure?
A: Minimal bleeding is common with fine line tattoos, but some clients may bleed more.

Q: Do fine line tattoos fade quickly?
A: All tattoos fade over time, requiring touch-ups. Proper technique and aftercare can minimize this, and sunscreen helps preserve them.

Q: Which body parts fade faster?
A: Tattoos on the feet, knees, fingers, and elbows fade faster due to movement and skin regeneration.

Q: Will I need a 6-week touch-up?
A: Not always. A 6-8 week touch-up is beneficial for assessing healed work, but it may not be necessary.

Q: Can you be allergic to the ink?
A: Yes, ink allergies are possible. Black ink is least likely to cause reactions, while yellow and red inks are more problematic.

Q: Can you do detailed tattoos with this technique?
A: Fine line techniques can enhance detail, but smaller tattoos may require compromises on detail. It’s important to set realistic expectations.