You must have a valid picture ID showing that you are 18 years old when you come in to get a tattoo. We will not tattoo anyone under 18 under any circumstances.
We generally charge $100.00 per hour for tattoo work. If you would like a free price quote, you can come by the shop, or email your design to us at mail@americantattoova.com
No. Think of a tattoo as something what will be on your body forever. Even though you can have a tattoo removed via laser surgery, this is a painful, expensive, and lengthy procedure. If you are having second thoughts, please take your time to think it over. This is a decision not easily reversed.
There is going to be a certain degree of pain with any tattoo. After getting their first most people tend to think the process wasn't as painful as they imagined. The area of your body will also have some influence on the degree of pain involved. In general areas with more bone exposed (ankles, wrists, etc), tend to be more painful than areas with more muscle and fat (arms, thighs, etc.).
We will tattoo you just about anywhere other than your face. There are places you can have facial work done, but do you want to have it there the rest of your life? A tattoo on a publicly viewable area of your body could have a good or adverse affect on your life. It could effect where you can work, the way other people view you, and your self-confidence. While tattoos are more widely accepted by the general public now than twenty years ago, do you want the extra attention, positive or negative that may come from having a tattoo on your face?
Carefully remove your bandage in 2-4 hours. Wash your tattoo with warm water and a mild hand soap using only the tips of your fingers. Pat dry and leave it alone for the next 24 hours.
After 24 hours, apply a very thin layer of Bacitracin ointment to your tattoo. Repeat this until the tattoo has fully healed (usually 1-2 weeks). The ointment should be barely visible on your tattoo, do not over do it! Avoid salt water and chlorinated water for the duration of the healing process. Prolonged exposure to the sun should be avoided as well. After healing a high SPF sun block should always be used when your tattoo will be exposed to the sun for long periods of time. this step will help prevent fading. You should also avoid direct contact with pets in the area that you were tattooed until fully healed. If scabbing should occur (which is normal),
If you develop a rash, extreme redness, or severe irritation after using Bacitracin, give us a call and we will suggest an alternative treatment for your new tattoo. This is a rare occurrence, but is not unheard of.
Our Artists are highly educated in aftercare procedures for ensuring a comfortable and proficient healing process for everyone who has been tattooed here. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call us at (757)-238-9664 or email us at mail@americantattoova.com
