BOOKING INFO
HOW TO BOOK
You must be 18+ on the day of your appointment to be tattooed at Bittersweet
To begin the booking process, send me a DM on Instagram with the following information:
Name & Pronouns
Phone Number
Your ideas / a description of what you want + any photo references you have
Placement on the body + photos of the area (if we're filling a gap)
Approximate size
General weekly availability or preferred date range
Take a look at my Instagram feed to see what subjects & styles I'm interested in tattooing!
I try to respond to messages within 24-48 hours
DEPOSITS & PRICING
Deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE and will be deducted from the overall cost of your tattoo
Pricing is generally determined by the overall size and complexity of your request
My minimum rate is $100 regardless of size and design parameters
For large or extensive projects (half sleeves, full sleeves, backs, etc.) I will typically charge an hourly rate of $150/hour.
Depending on overall size I may split the work into sessions based on client budget, pain tolerance, personal preference, etc.
I can always offer a broad price range if needed!
CANCELLATION POLICY
I allow one reschedule per deposit
If you must reschedule more than once, a new deposit is required
I require at least 24 hours' notice if rescheduling
Failure to give proper notice will result in your deposit being forfeited
In the event of a cancellation, your deposit will be forfeited
If we must reschedule or cancel due to issues on my end, your deposit will not be affected
I'm also always willing to hear you out! That being said, I try my best to respect your time and expect the same from you.
Please just communicate with me if you need to reschedule or cancel!
No call / no shows will be blacklisted
LATE POLICY
I allow a 30-minute grace period to arrive
Please let me know ASAP if you'll be more than 30 minutes late so I can determine if we still have time or if I need to reschedule you
If you do not notify me of your lateness, your deposit will be forfeited
No call / no shows will be blacklisted
APPOINTMENT INFO
IMPORTANT INFO
Remember to bring a valid ID!
You will need it to fill out paperwork at the studio
Please refrain from bringing guests to limit distractions
If absolutely necessary, you may bring 1 guest
I only accept cash, Tap to Pay, and Venmo for payment.
I love conversation, but I tend to be a pretty quiet person!
Feel free to bring something to keep yourself busy if quiet tattooers aren't your vibe 🌸
HOW TO PREPARE
Take care of your skin! I will not tattoo over sunburns or broken skin
Avoid blood-thinners within 24 hours. This includes alcohol, caffeine, aspirin, ibuprofen, etc!
Dress appropriately! Bring layers to stay warm or cool off & clothing that allows access to the area getting tattooed.
Be sure to get plenty of rest the night before, hydrate, and have a meal prior to your appointment!
We have complimentary snacks and drinks at the shop, but you're welcome to bring your own!
AFTERCARE
RECOVERY DERMSHIELD (SECONDSKIN)
1. Leave the bandage on for 3-5 days
2. Carefully remove bandage in the shower or under warm running water
3. Gently wash the tattoo twice per day with lukewarm water and antibacterial soap (Dial is recommended)
4. Apply a small amount of unscented lotion after washing and whenever the skin feels tight or dry
IMPORTANT: If the secondskin starts to fall off & expose the tattoo or if it starts leaking before day 3, remove it and switch to dry healing (outlined below)
DRY HEALING + PLASTIC WRAP
1. Leave wrap on for 1.5 hours, then remove
2. Gently wash the tattoo 2-3 times per day with lukewarm water and antibacterial soap (Dial is recommended)
3. Let the tattoo air dry completely, then apply a small amount of Aquaphor (or preferred tattoo ointment) after washing
5. Once the tattoo starts to get itchy, switch to unscented lotion instead of Aquaphor
HELPFUL INFO
Recovery Dermshield / secondskin is waterproof! Showering with it on is perfectly fine, but no soaking or swimming
You may notice liquid buildup underneath the secondskin bandages! It's totally normal - it's just excess blood, ink, and plasma
As long as it's not leaking, it can be left alone
Do not scratch or pick at your healing tattoo!!!
Once the surface skin of the tattoo is healed, the skin may appear shiny or dull
This is normal and will go away as the deeper layers of the skin heal
Mild bruising, redness, and warmth can be expected in the first few days after getting a tattoo
If you experience any of the following, please contact me immediately:
Excessive redness, itching, swelling, burning, blistering
I offer 1 free touch-up within a year of your tattoo session!
If you are unhappy at all with your tattoo for any reason, please feel free to let me know!
I'll try my best to rectify the situation and help fix the problem however I can