FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
PLEASE BE ADVISED WE ARE STRICTLY 18+ AND WILL NOT TATTOO EVEN WITH PARENTAL CONSENT
WILL MY FINELINE TATTOO HURT?
Curious about the pain and healing process of fine-line tattoos? Fineline tattoos generally involve less shading and take a use a smaller sized needle, making them less painful for many - but everyone holds a different pain tolerance and is affected differently. Although your pain threshold will contribute to your pain level, the placement of your tattoo also holds a great impact.
There are certain locations on your body that will trigger a higher pain sensation than others. Swipe to see the ‘Pain chart’
After all, you are being stabbed by mini needles.. pain is to be expected! If you are finding the pain of your tattoo start to rise, it is best to ask your artist for a break! There is no shame in having a moment to reset - sometimes an artist may enjoy a little hand stretch too.
WHY DO FINGER, HAND AND FEET TATTOOS FADE?
Hands, fingers and feet are beautiful tattoo placements, but they are also some of the most challenging areas for ink to retain.
These areas experience constant movement, friction, washing, exposure to the sun and everyday wear and tear. The skin can also be thinner and have a higher rate of regeneration compared to other areas of the body, which means ink may not hold as consistently.
Because of this, tattoos on the hands, fingers and feet can fade, soften or lose small details much faster than tattoos in other areas. Inside fingers and areas that experience a lot of friction can be particularly prone to fading, sometimes significantly to the point of disappearing.
This is an unavoidable aspect of fine-line tattoos, which use a small deposit of ink. Many artists choose not to offer finger or hand tattoos due to their high fade rate, so it's crucial to thoroughly research and understand this before getting one.
I am more than happy to tattoo these areas, but I want you to go into your appointment knowing that fading and the possibility of touch-ups are part of the process. Some tattoos may need a touch-up once healed, and in some cases, ongoing maintenance may be required to keep them looking their best.
I’ll always tattoo with longevity in mind and will advise you if I feel a design needs to be simplified, enlarged or adjusted to give it the best chance of healing well.
By choosing a hand, finger or foot tattoo, you acknowledge that the fade rate can be higher and that additional touch-ups may be required over time.
SHOULD I USE NUMBING CREAM?
How numbing cream works: numbing contains ingredients that temporarily numb the skins surface. They work by blocking the nerve signals, reducing the pain you feel during procedures such as a tattoo.
Pros: for clients with low pain tolerance or tattoos in a more sensitive area of skin, numbing cream can help make the experience more comfortable.
less pain of course allows for a more positive experience for you!
Things to consider:
sometimes numbing cream can change the texture of your skin, potentially affecting the absorption and placement of ink and the initial stencil.
In some cases, numbing cream may also cause slight swelling to the area which can affect the outcome of a detailed design.
Fineline tattoos are typically smaller and less painful than traditional tattoos because fewer and finer needles are used. For this reason, many people find that they can get through the session without needing numbing cream.
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