Sude Erdem Ink · Tattoo Guide
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Yes. The tattooed area can feel warmer than the surrounding skin for a while after the session. With larger projects such as full sleeves, this warmth can sometimes…
Is Redness Normal During a Tattoo Session?
Yes. Redness around the area we are working on is completely normal during a tattoo session. The skin is being repeatedly worked, so some temporary redness is expected.…
Is Swelling Normal During a Tattoo Session?
Yes. Some swelling during a tattoo session is completely normal, especially after the skin has been worked for several hours. Certain areas of the body can swell more…
Is Bleeding Normal During a Tattoo?
A small amount of bleeding during a tattoo can be completely normal. I am constantly cleaning and monitoring the area while I work, so you usually do not…
What If the Pain Becomes Too Much During the Session?
Tell me before you reach your absolute limit. We can take a break, change your position, eat something, or slow the pace down if needed. If your body…
What If I Start Shaking During the Tattoo?
f you start shaking, I would usually stop the session. At that point, your body is often telling us that your tolerance has reached its limit. We can…
What If I Need to Change Position During the Tattoo?
That is completely normal. Especially during long sessions, staying in the same position can become uncomfortable. Just let me know before you move so I can stop at…
Can I Sleep During My Tattoo Session?
Yes, if you can comfortably fall asleep in the position we are working in. Some clients actually sleep through parts of longer sessions. As long as you can…
Can I Use Perfume or Body Spray Before My Tattoo Appointment?
Yes, you can. Perfume or body spray is not a problem as long as it is not causing irritation on the area we are going to tattoo. I…
Can I Wear Makeup or Body Makeup on the Area Before My Tattoo?
Please come with the tattoo area clean and free of makeup, body makeup, foundation, or concealer. These products need to be completely removed before we can prepare the…
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