Getting your first tattoo can be pretty scary. Here are some hints on how to make it a little easier on your nerves and to prepare yourself to make it a good experience.
Difficulty: Average
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Here's How:
- Pick a day when you have plenty of time and won't have to rush, to keep stress down.
- Be confident in your artists' abilities.
- Bring along a friend if you want, but don't bring your kids.
- Take along some reading material or music for distraction.
- Focus on something relaxing, like a picture or a thought.
- Suck on hard candies to keep your blood-sugar level up.
- Take slow, deep breaths to calm your nerves.
- Think about how great your tattoo will look when it's done!
- Ask your artist for a break any time you need one.
- Ask questions if you are concerned about anything your artist is doing.
- If it is painful, try not to watch. Sometimes that makes it hurt more than it really does.
Tips:
- Don't haggle over the price with your artist. That only shows disrespect and creates a bad relationship from the start. If your artist is annoyed, they may not be as gentle with you.
- You may, at any time, get up and walk away if you are not happy with your experience. Your artist is not in control; you are. If you believe they are not doing satisfactory work, do not let them continue.
