Preparations before your treatment

We all know that a laser treatment is not the most comfortable experience. However, thanks to our many years in the industry, we have plenty of experience to help you prepare in the best possible way for your upcoming treatment. Below, we list our top tips:

Eat Something Beforehand!
A small snack is sufficient if it's been a while since your last meal. Going into the treatment on an empty stomach can make you feel a bit dizzy. If you forget this, we often have some snacks and drinks available on-site.

Drink Plenty of Water
Keeping your skin healthy means ensuring that your body is properly hydrated. It also helps flush out ink particles from your body. Feel free to have a glass of water before the treatment—it's available at the reception.

Make Sure to Get 8 Hours of Sleep
Sleep is crucial for our well-being. It helps the body repair, renew, and recover. So make sure to rest well both before and after your treatment.

Illness vs. Laser Treatment
Ensure you are in good health before your treatment so that your immune system can fully focus on eliminating ink particles. If you are sick or feeling unwell, it's best to postpone the treatment until you feel better. This applies to situations like a cold or if you have an injury.

Avoid Direct Sunlight
This applies both before and after the treatment.
If you are too sunburned or tanned, we unfortunately cannot perform the treatment. This also applies if you've used self-tanner. You should also avoid direct sunlight on the tattoo for at least two weeks after the treatment. Therefore, plan your visit carefully!

Women, Take Note!
Timing is everything... Yes, we’re talking about “that time of the month.”
During this time, you may be extra sensitive, and the treatment may feel more intense. A tip is to schedule your treatments to align with your cycle.

Wear Loose-Fitting Clothes
It's very uncomfortable to put on tight clothing that rubs and irritates the tattoo after the treatment. If you happen to be wearing tight clothing, we can protect the tattoo with a compress temporarily. If you feel discomfort or rubbing, please let us know, and we'll resolve it on-site!

Numbing Cream
Using numbing cream is completely optional, but we recommend it for larger tattoos and extra sensitive areas like hands, ribs, and ankles. You can purchase numbing cream at your nearest pharmacy and should apply it 2 hours before the treatment for the best effect. It's important to cover the area with plastic wrap and tape the edges to make it airtight. We will wash off the cream on-site. Emla or Tapin are the numbing creams you can buy at the pharmacy. Be sure to shave the area beforehand (if necessary) to allow the cream to penetrate the skin more easily.

Changes in Your Health
Don’t forget to inform us if you are taking any new medications or have new medical conditions that we need to consider. Be sure to consult your doctor if you are unsure about any medication or medical condition.