STERILIZATION

: What does it feel like? Does it hurt?

When getting a tattoo. you feel a slight stinging sensation during the first 5 minutes. Many people claim to like the feeling

: What about sterilization? Is it possible to get AIDS from a tattoo?
This question should be of the ufmost Importance. To make sure you are well-informed. a more detailed section on sterilization follows. You must be sure to remember no matter how good or bad an artist may be or how bad you really want atattoo, improper sterilization is NOT WORTH THE RISK. There is on exeuse for not using proper cleanliness and sterilization of tattoo equipment. There are blood-borne diseases such as HIV. HEPATITIS and SYPHILIS that are life threatening and can be spread without adequate precautions. Getting a tattoos applied each year. Professional tattoo studios have been in the forefront in implementing proper sterilization techniques for years. long before it was cool to get a tattoo. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the Sterilization information listed below.

:Infomation on Sterilization!
You should not hesitate to ask your artist about their sterilization methods.Every artist should be fully knowledgeable in this area and willing to discuss their methods with you. CLEAN TATTOOS ARE POSSIBLE WITH PROPER STERILIZATION AND WORK METHODS.APPLYING A TATTOO SHOULD NOT BE A HEALTH RISK.Following are basic guidelines that are acccepted by top professional tattoo artists world-wide. In addition, these guldelines also possess medical guidelines which are set by the Center for Disease Control(CDC).

: Tattoo after care

Follow the instructions on this page for trouble free healing of your new tattoo.

- Remove bandage the morning after the tattoo was done, if bandage sticks, soak it off.
- Wash tattoo gently but thoroughly with no soap or mild soap and your fingertips only.
- Lightly pat dry tattoo with clean towel or paper towel. Do not Rub it.
- You can wash your tattoo a few times in the first few days if you feel it necessary or if it is oozing at all. Do this gently and never put moisture on it right after, let it dry out.
- After the first couple days, use a light unscented, mild lotion. Stay away from Aloe, Lanolin, Vit. E, etc. We recommend Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion or Lubriderm, the plainest you can find.
- You may choose to substitute lotion with polysporin ointment (green label ONLY). Do this if your tattoo seems irritated or if you've used it before. Not sure?
Whichever of the above you decide to use, avoid overuse, only apply it when tattoo is dry or itchy and then only SPARINGLY. Less is more in this case! Too much moisture will cause scabbing.
- It is normal for tattoos to become flaky, itchy and annoying while they heal. DO NOT pick, rub, scratch or mess with the tattoo. Or you will lose colour and you will be sad.
- While your tattoo is healing (3 weeks is safe) AVOID pools, swimming, hot tubs, and baths. Showering is OK. Do not cover the tattoo in the shower.
- Sun is not your new tattoos best friend, it WILL fade your tattoo. Keep it right out of sun for at least 3 weeks, then use a 45spf UVA and UVB sunscreen on it. Tanning beds will fade it 10x faster, Guaranteed! Be smart about this one, folks! Sun = old-looking tattoos!
- If you have any questions or concerns AT ALL, don't hesitate to  Email:alin_ra666@yahoo.co.th Please do not listen to well-meaning but uneducated friends. We will be more than happy to help you out.

:Piercing aftercare
The Basics of Piercing Aftercare

Piercings, when taken care or properly will very rarely become infected or irritated. If you follow the care provided by your piercer, it is very unlikely that you will encounter very many difficulties through out and after the healing process of your piercing.

The Big, Mean, DO NOTS
-Do not use chemicals (e.g. rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, Neosporin, Polysporin) these are generally not geared for the healing of piercings.
-Do not touch your piercing with dirty hands! Always wash your hands thoroughly with an antibacterial soap. The transfer of bacteria from hands to piercing is one of the largest causes for infection. Everything that touches your new piercings should be clean. Included in this are things like bad sheets, towels, and clothing. The biggest thing to remember maintains basic hygiene.
-Do not go into hot tubs, lakes, pools or any still body of water, which contains a lot of bacteria. Avoid tanning beds as well as sun bathing. A good rule of thumb to follow is, do not put your piercing in any situation where it could burn, freeze, or come in contact with bacteria.
-Do not remove jewellery or change jewellery for the first time before consulting a piercer. For various reasons which can be explained by your piercer!

How to Clean and Care for Your Piercing!
Consult your piercer, as after care for every piercing and every person can vary in different ways.

Infection
Most people who think that the piercing is infected are usually wrong. For the most part it’s usually an irritation. If you feel that there is a problem with your piercing. The first thing you should do is contact your piercer. Do not panic and remove the jewellery, as this would trap any infection you may or may not have in the body.

While the above recommendations are proven to work, they are recommendations. They are given to you from a body piercing professional, not a doctor! If you feel you need to seek medical advice, please contact your physician