How to prepare for your tattoo session?
Proper preparation is key to your comfort, better healing, and the best possible final result. Always inform your tattoo artist about any concerns, your current health condition, medications you are taking, or any steroid or hormone therapies. Your overall health and skin condition play a crucial role in the tattooing process and directly affect how your tattoo heals.
Before your session
- Get a good night’s sleep – your body needs to be well rested
- Stay hydrated – drink plenty of water even 10-14 days before your session
- Avoid alcohol – at least 24-48 hours before your appointment
- Do not use any intoxicating substances
- Avoid sunbathing and tanning beds – irritated skin is not suitable for tattooing
- Keep the area moisturized (use lotion, not heavy creams)
- Do not shave or wax the area yourself
On the day of your session
- Eat a proper meal – low blood sugar can increase discomfort
- Wear comfortable clothing – ensure easy access to the tattoo area
- Bring drinks and snacks (especially for longer sessions)
- Maintain good hygiene – arrive clean and freshly washed
When not to get a tattoo
Your health is our top priority. In some cases, getting a tattoo may not be recommended, or a medical consultation may be required
- Absolute contraindications
- Infectious diseases (e.g. active viral hepatitis, active HIV)
- Fever, infections, or general weakness of the body
- Active skin conditions in the area to be tattooed (e.g. fungal infections, herpes, inflammation)
- Blood clotting disorders (e.g. hemophilia)
- Being under the influence of alcohol or intoxicating substances
- Isotretinoin (Accutane) treatment – tattooing is possible approximately 6 months after finishing the therapy
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding period
- Relative contraindications
- Diabetes
- Autoimmune diseases
- Epilepsy
- Use of blood-thinning medications
- Tendency to develop keloid scars
- Allergies (especially to metals or pigments)
If any of the above apply to you, please consult us before getting a tattoo. Have any doubts? Get in touch with us!
Additional tips & information
- If you feel stressed – that’s completely normal! Let your tattoo artist know
- Always inform your artist about your health condition, medications, or any steroid or hormonal treatments
- Feel free to bring headphones or a book for longer sessions
- We also provide books, magazines, hot and cold drinks, and sweets in the studio
- Avoid intense workouts immediately before your appointment
- Clients under 18 years of age are accepted only with parental or legal guardian consent
- If in doubt, consult your doctor before your visit
How to prepare for a piercing
Proper preparation for a piercing improves comfort, supports proper healing, and ensures the best possible result. Always inform your piercer about any concerns or your current health condition to avoid complications and ensure a smooth and successful appointment.
Before your piercing
- Get a good night’s sleep – your body handles stress and healing better when rested
- Stay hydrated – drink plenty of water
- Avoid alcohol and intoxicating substances (at least 24 hours before)
- Do not tan – irritated skin heals poorly
On the day of your appointment
- Eat a light but proper meal
- Maintain good hygiene – arrive clean
- Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the piercing area
- Avoid stress and rushing – give yourself enough time
- Do not come under the influence of alcohol
When not to get a piercing
Your safety is our top priority. Please review the contraindications before getting a piercing. Not every moment is suitable for a piercing procedure.
- Bezwzględne przeciwskazania
- Infections, fever, or general weakness of the body
- Active skin conditions in the area to be pierced (e.g. inflammation, pus-filled lesions)
- Blood clotting disorders
- Being under the influence of alcohol or intoxicating substances
- Isotretinoin (Accutane) treatment – we recommend waiting at least 6 months after finishing the therapy
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding period
- Relative contraindications
- Chronic conditions (e.g. diabetes)
- Autoimmune diseases
- Epilepsy
- Use of blood-thinning medications
- Tendency to develop keloid scars
- Allergies (especially to metals)
If any of the above apply to you, please consult us before getting a piercing. Have any doubts? Get in touch with us!
Additional tips & information
- If you feel stressed – that’s completely normal! Let your piercer know
- Always inform your piercer about your health condition and any medications you are taking
- Clients under 18 years of age are accepted only with parental or legal guardian consent
- If in doubt, consult your doctor before your appointment
Contact us!
Got a tattoo idea? Leave your contact details and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours to discuss your design and all the details of your appointment. If you’re ready to book your session and pay the deposit right away, you can do it through our online store.
Have questions? We’re happy to help and refine your idea. You can call us, message us on social media, or visit our studio in person. We’re always ready to create something truly unique with you.
Please note that by booking an appointment with us, you agree to our terms and conditions.
18B Wielopole Street, Kraków
Deposit payment details:
mBank: 29 1140 2004 0000 3102 8615 9492
Visit our studio!
Opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tue–Thu: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fri–Sat: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sun: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
email:
krakow@kingsofink.pl
phone:
789 809 599
Contact us!
Got a tattoo idea? Leave your contact details and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours to discuss your design and all the details of your appointment. If you’re ready to book your session and pay the deposit right away, you can do it through our online store.
Have questions? We’re happy to help and refine your idea. You can call us, message us on social media, or visit our studio in person. We’re always ready to create something truly unique with you.
Please note that by booking an appointment with us, you agree to our terms and conditions.
18B Wielopole Street, Kraków
Deposit payment details:
mBank: 29 1140 2004 0000 3102 8615 9492
Visit our studio!
Opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tue–Thu: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fri–Sat: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sun: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
email:
krakow@kingsofink.pl
phone:
789 809 599