Info for clients

General Info


You must be the one getting tattooed to book the appointment.

I prefer to only have one client in the studio at a time. This can be discussed. This is just my personal preference. I do my best work with less people in the station.

For changes to designs/bookings please email directly with me. 

If you have a great experience feel free to leave a review at “Lorne Tattoos” on google maps and tag  me in pictures on social media.

Quotes are approximate. Taxes are additional.

The studio adds a %2.26 charge for credit payments.

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Deposit

Once we confirm an appointment I will send the link to the deposit. The deposit can also be made in person.

Please do not send a deposit before we confirm the appointment.

Deposit Policy:

Deposit is non-refundable*.

Situations where the deposit is forfeit include but are not limited to:

  • If you arrive later than 30 minutes to your tattoo appointment.

  • The design has been started by a tattoo artist.

  • If you reschedule more than once regardless of notice — after the second cancellation, the deposit will be forfeited and a new one will be required to secure a new booking.

    • The deposit cannot be transferred in case of rescheduling if the client has given less than 48 hours notice prior to the appointment.

  • The tattoo appointment is not booked and not completed within six months of the deposit being paid.

The policies mentioned above, including, but not limited to, should be considered before proceeding with the payment of a deposit. 

*The deposit can be refundable at the studio or artist’s discretion, in cases of emergency.

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Preparing for the appointment: 

Please do not sun bathe for at least 1 week before the appointment. 

Make sure to eat and hydrate two hours before the appointment. 

Please arrive well rested for longer sessions.

Bring snacks to the appointment, and feel free to order food for longer sessions (we also have sugary drinks and water).

It can be a good idea to moisturize the area for a week before the appointment. 

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After Care

Initial Heal

In the first 24 to 48 hours, it is important to get a lot of rest, hydrate and eat lots of good food to give your body the best chance of healing your new tattoo.

It is recommended to not take part in strenuous exercise in the first four days.

Saniderm bandage

Leave the saniderm bandage on for up to 7 days. I recommend this for medium to large tattoos. This is because the skin has more healing to do than small tattoos.

Saniderm is ideal for healing a tattoo because it keeps blood and plasma in the bandage, this will help the skin to heal. And it keeps harmful bacteria and fibers out of the fresh wound.

Keep an eye on the tattoo over the 7 days while the bandage is on. If you are experiencing excessive pain or inflammation remove the bandage, clean the tattoo, and replace the bandage with the extra one provided.

Removing the bandage

In a warm to hot shower hold the bandaged tattoo under the water. The heat should make it easier to remove the bandage.

Pull the bandage away from the skin, do this slowly. Once the bandage is off do not try to scrub off any adhesive residue on your skin. The residue will fall off over the coming days.

Do not scrub off any scabbing or ink from the tattoo. Its best to let these parts fall off in the coming days.

Avoid:

  • submerging the tattoo in water

  • Exposing to sun rays

  • Excessive friction from clothes or anything in your environment

  • Scratching, when it gets itchy, you can slap the tattoo for some relief

Cleaning

After the bandage is removed keep the tattoo clean by washing it twice a day and wearing freshly laundered clothes and bed sheets.

If you notice irritation it might be from scented laundry detergent.

Moisturizing

Wash hands before applying. Use a light layer of moisturizing lotion throughout the day, anytime the tattoo seems dry.

Products with the least amount of ingredients are the best. Organic shea butter is great.

Good Habits 

A great contributor to the healing and the ultimate quality of your tattoo is your lifestyle. 

If you are in the habit of exercising, resting, moisturizing, hydrating and eating good food your tattoo will have the best chance and healing.