Areola tattoo info & preparation

Due to the nature of this type of tattooing, it is recommended to have two separate sittings to ensure your tattoo is perfect.

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All surgery needs to be complete, healed & settled prior to tattooing. Scarring also needs to be completely healed and no longer coloured prior to going ahead. The time frame for healing varies per person & your surgeon will have a better idea on the time frame but on average, it is 6-12 months after your most recent surgery.

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If you are unsure please contact your health practitioner and reach out to Taupe Studio asap to discuss options/rescheduling.

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Areola & nipple tattooing is performed with regular tattoo ink so they are permanent and will not fade like cosmetic inks.

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If you are worried about any scarring you may have from surgery, a few sessions of skin needling prior to your tattoo appointment may help with thickness and/or visibility.

If this is something that you're interested in doing, please reach out to us for further information.

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One week prior to your appointment

Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.

Drink plenty of fluids and use daily moisturiser to ensure your skin is in great condition for tattooing.

Exfoliate your skin 2-3 days out from your appointment.

We cannot tattoo really dry, chapped, sunburnt or peeling skin.

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Stop taking any non-prescription blood thinners, including fish oil.

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Stop taking any anti-histamines and/or steroids.

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Get together your reference pictures, old photos, colours or ideas on what your areola tattoo goals are.

2 days prior & day of your appointment

Ensure you are in good health, free from alcohol & non-prescription drugs.

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Have a good nights sleep.

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Ensure you have eaten some food prior to your appointment.

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Stray hairs in the immediate area may be removed by shaving prior to tattooing, this is best practice & also helps with the application of aftercare. While not necessary, if you prefer to do so, you can do this at home prior to your appointment.

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Wear something comfortable that has easy access to the area. I personally prefer the

two-tops method where you can pull one top up & one top down, or consider bringing a throw over if you would like additional coverage. Please don't wear your good clothes, tattooing can be messy and ink can stain.

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The studio tends to be on the cooler side, if you feel the cold, please feel free to bring a jumper or rug.

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Pack a drink and bring a snack to your appointment.

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Get excited!