Stop using any blood thinning medications such as aspirin and ibuprofen 48 hours before your appointment. Blood thinners can cause excess bleeding and may affect your final result.
Do not use skincare ingredients such as vitamin A and glycolic acid, or exfoliation products, on the site of the tattoo for 2 weeks leading up to your appointment.
Do not inject botox or any kind of fillers within 2 weeks of your appointment.
Do not consume any alcohol 48 hours before your appointment as this may cause excess bleeding and affect your final result.
Do not consume coffee or caffeine for at least 4 hours before your appointment. You may resume again after your appointment.For all lip services: If you are prone to cold sores, we suggest you take a Famciclovir tablet on the DAY OF your appointment, to prevent an outbreak. You can purchase this tablet from your local pharmacy.
For your comfort, we strongly recommend the use of a numbing cream or gel for your forthcoming cosmetic tattoo appointment. Due to recent changes in government legislation, we are no longer able to provide either of these products for you. Therefore, you should obtain a numbing cream or gel product ahead of your appointment. This product will be used for both your initial and touch-up appointments.
Order and pay for your numbing cream or numbing gel here. The product will then be sent directly to our studio, and we will have it ready for your appointments.
Pre-Appointment Care
Preparing for your cosmetic tattoo appointment ensures the best possible results and a comfortable experience at Claire Maree Cosmetic Tattoo Artistry. Here are some essential steps to follow:
