Frequently Asked Questions
Need more info? Not sure how to proceed? Check out our FAQ's below!
1. Tattoo will be bandaged and coated with a care product (Tattoo Goo) upon completion.
2. Within the next ½ to 4 hours remove bandage, and gently wash tattoo with soap and water.
3. Place a clean wash cloth that is wet, on a clean plate in your freezer for 20 minutes, and then place on your tattoo for 20 minutes. Repeat as you feel necessary, up to 4 times today.
4. When skin is back to normal temperature, apply a very thin coating of Tattoo Goo, on your tattoo and leave uncovered or use a light weight COTTON shirt/pant to cover it.
5. Repeat washing and putting Tattoo Goo on the tattoo 3 times a day for 3 days.
6. On the 4th day wash off the Tattoo Goo and start using a good lotion. There have been good results with Lubriderm, Aqua-phor, Eucerin, Nivea etc. Do not use anything with heavy petroleum products or scents, etc.
7. If you have any questions during your healing process, contact Paula at [email protected], or 805-264-2824.
8. Infections are rare, and usually from an outside source during your daily life, if you suspect you have contracted and infection, contact me immediately.
- How do I arrange time with Paula?
Contact me, either through website, my email, or phone. I will come to you for the initial consultation and we will make arrangements from there. - How much do you charge?
Generally $100 an hour, with variances for difficulty. I ask for deposits for custom art work to be done. - Can you take my idea and refine it?
Yes that is the best way to get what you want! - Can you cover up or repair my old tattoo?
Definitely...check out the cover up page to see some of the work I have done, and I can usually make an old tattoo look new and clear also! - Do you use new equipment? Is it safe?
YES, YES, YES...I only use new needles, and an individual amount of color and ink on each person. I own a professional autoclave to sterilize any equipment I cannot throw away. I have taken all the OSHA approved classes to avoid cross contamination also. - I am scared it will hurt, can you numb me?
AHHHH the miracles of modern technology! YES...I have some good products that will ease the pain for you. This does not mean you will feel nothing, I am not a doctor and cannot administer pre-deadening products. But I have a great formula to help the pain! It is not free however, I do have to charge for the product. - Do you tell me how to care for my tattoo?
Yes, I go over in detail the stages of healing, and the products you should use. I also have some great healing tips. Below are the instructions!
1. Tattoo will be bandaged and coated with a care product (Tattoo Goo) upon completion.
2. Within the next ½ to 4 hours remove bandage, and gently wash tattoo with soap and water.
3. Place a clean wash cloth that is wet, on a clean plate in your freezer for 20 minutes, and then place on your tattoo for 20 minutes. Repeat as you feel necessary, up to 4 times today.
4. When skin is back to normal temperature, apply a very thin coating of Tattoo Goo, on your tattoo and leave uncovered or use a light weight COTTON shirt/pant to cover it.
5. Repeat washing and putting Tattoo Goo on the tattoo 3 times a day for 3 days.
6. On the 4th day wash off the Tattoo Goo and start using a good lotion. There have been good results with Lubriderm, Aqua-phor, Eucerin, Nivea etc. Do not use anything with heavy petroleum products or scents, etc.
7. If you have any questions during your healing process, contact Paula at [email protected], or 805-264-2824.
8. Infections are rare, and usually from an outside source during your daily life, if you suspect you have contracted and infection, contact me immediately.
