( 03 / Pre-session )
Seven things that turn a long session into a finished piece. Read this 48 hours before. Reread the night before.
- ( 01 )
Sleep well
The body handles needles best when rested.
- ( 02 )
Eat well
Two to three hours before. Protein and carbs. Sugar crashes and/or empty stomachs could end sessions early.
- ( 03 )
Hydrate
Drink plenty of water before. Coffee or energy drinks don't count.
- ( 04 )
No alcohol 24h
Thins the blood. Blurs the line work. Slows the healing.
- ( 05 )
No blood thinners
Try to skip aspirin, ibuprofen, and similar 24 hours before. Tylenol is fine.
- ( 06 )
Wear comfort
Loose, dark fabric you can roll, lift, or remove around the area. Especially for torso areas. Plan to be in the chair for 3 to 6 hours.
- ( 07 )
Bring
Photo ID, water, snacks, headphones, a charger, and one piece of entertainment, please ask beforehand if it's ok to bring a friend.