CHOOSING THE RIGHT TATTOO ARTIST / PIERCERS

* Anybody can undertake a tattoo or piercing with the right equipment, but tattooists and  piercers can vary  greatly in their  levels of hygiene, artistic ability and experience. Remember that it is a choice that will stay with you for a lifetime, and that you deserve to have a top quality procedure, executed in a safe environment that will last you through the years.

* Tattooing and piercing studios are subject to strict regulations on hygiene standards and sterilisation. We are also subject to regular inspections by the Environmental Health Department.

* All these factors make going to a professional studio a better choice for your tattoo as you are assured a stringent level of quality. 

THERE ARE SOME SIMPLE QUESTIONS THAT YOU SHOULD ASK YOURSELF WHEN LOOKING AT A STUDIO

* Are the premises clean and tidy?

* Do the premises have a friendly, professional atmosphere?

* Is the studio registered with the Environmental Health Department and does hold an up to date Special Treatments Licence.

* Does the artists/piercer use single use needles and disposable equipment when possible?

* Is all reusable equipment autoclaved before use? 

YOU ARE ENTITLED TO ASK THE ARTIST or PIERCER:

* To see examples of their previous work.

* If you can see their Environmental Health Registration

* To provide the relevant aftercare information for proper healing of your tattoo or piercing. 

YOU ALSO HAVE A RESPONSIBILITY TO YOUR ARTIST or PIERCER:

* To tell the artist if you are pregnant – if this is the case you will not be tattooed or pierced.

* To truthfully answer any questions put to you on the consent form about your age and health.

* The legal age for getting a tattoo is 18. Proof of age must be provided in the form of a photo I.D. {Passport or Drivers License}.