PRE-APPOINTMENT

For best results, I recommend the following:

• Do not consume alcohol, caffeine or blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, Niacin, fish/primrose oil) 48 hours before your procedure to avoid excess bleeding.

Please avoid the following 3-4 weeks before Booking any Cosmetic Tattoos:

• Botox and fillers
• Chemical peels (Glycolic, Pumpkin, Alpha Hydroxy, Salicylic Acid)
• Laser Facials, both ablative and non-ablative, including Fraxel, Co2, and IPL laser treatments
• Exfoliation and retinol products
• Complete the following cosmetic procedures prior to your Brow Tattoo:

o   Brow waxing/shaping (2 days in advance)

o   Brow tinting (1 week in advance)

Avoid sun/ tanning bed exposure for 30 days BEFORE & AFTER your procedure. Your skin experiences natural exfoliation when sun tanned or burned, this will take pigment away from your tattoos. If you arrive with signs of sun exposure, we will unfortunately have to reschedule your appointment and you will forfeit your deposit.

APPOINTMENT DAY

On your appointment day, make sure to :

• Eat a light snack 20 to 30 minutes before arriving
• Wear comfortable clothing that you can sit & lay down in for an extended period of time. OR that allows for easier access to the area that will be tattooed.

Cosmetic Tattoos

Areolas & Nano Brow Tattoos require a mandatory consultation appointment. This is to make sure we understand your needs, explain the process etc.

For Areola Tattoos, it is important to note that you should only schedule your appointment after complete healing from any invasive procedure or surgery within a year. You will be required to be cleared by your physician.Minimum 1 year post-op.

*I currently offer a sliding scale payment for gender affirming services/ cancer survivors. Must be comfortable with sharing your story on social media, photos & available for follow up appointments. If you’re interested in this please email me sammi.inkss@gmail.com for more information.(This includes top surgery scars, areola reconstruction, fem/masc nano brows & lip blushing )*

Here’s what to expect from your experience upon arrival:

Consultation & Design: (Aprox 30-45 min) This gives me the opportunity to get to know you & collaborate in creating your unique design. Please bring photos of tattoo examples that are similar to the look you’re hoping for.

As your artist, I’m always going to suggest the most natural results to highlight your natural features. One thing to keep in mind is we are building, we can always add but not remove ! We will choose a pigment match based on your skin tone & hair color. We’ll also discuss aftercare & healing during this time. You should expect to Book 2 sessions for all services.

• Numbing: (30 min) Prior to the procedure, a topical anesthetic (5% lidocaine ointment) is applied. Numbing is not needed for every procedure, and also not recommended unless necessary.
• Tattooing: (Duration depends on service) I will be implanting pigment to mimic the appearance of natural hair, lip color or freckles within the designed shape. 

Flash Tattoos

Before booking your tattoo appointment, please email sammi.inkss@gmail.com the following:

• Design or Design Reference (photo, drawing etc.) I suggest at least 3 or flash you’ve selected.
• Approximate size (inches)
• Placement (well lit photo of placement)

Some things to take into consideration…

• My designs are created with black /grayscale ink in mind, any changes to my Flash will automatically be categorized as a Custom Tattoo. This includes adding or changing any aspect of the design.
• You can find my Flash designs in my IG @themuses_flash
• Color is available upon request, this will impact the final cost of your design.
• All designs are repeatable unless specified otherwise.

*Special pricing is available ONLY at Tattoo Events, Flash days & or collaborations*

Here’s what to expect :

We will discuss your chosen design & placement to make sure we are on the same page. I will print your stencil or most likely have it already printed out for you. We will cleanse your skin, shave if necessary ( you’re welcome to shave before our appt if you wish) & place your stencil. We will check again in the mirror or take a selfie to make sure you’re happy with it!

Depending on your placement you should not experience pain that you cannot tolerate but… everyone is different. This is why it’s best to have extra time to take breaks if needed.

I use small needles, that create fine lines so expect me to take my time. This is on your body forever, art takes time. I ask for a healed photo within 4-5 weeks after out appointment, this is to make sure you don’t need a touch up & are happy with your design.

Custom Tattoo Designs

*Please Book 1 week in advance*

Flash designs are my top priority, but I am happy to collaborate with you in creating your design or customizing flash…as long as it fits my style!

I will suggest a different artist, if I think they will be a better fit. I want you to get exactly what your envisioning ! *I will not tattoo another artists designs unless they have given permission; any designs that fall under this category will only serve as inspiration.*

My Custom Minimum is $200, be as specific as you can be about your design idea & send your references.

I will only send a draft once you’ve booked your appointment, usually 2-3 days before your appointment. Up to 3 minor/medium changes are allowed. If design changes are significant enough to require a redraw or become a completely different design than the one discussed, your appointment may need to be rescheduled with a $55 extra draw fee.

Before booking your tattoo appointment, please DM me on Instagram the following:

• Design or Design Reference (photo, drawing etc.)
• Approximate size (inches)
• Placement (well lit photo of placement)

Deposit

I require a deposit depending on longevity of the session, both cCustom & Cosmetic Tattoos.

This is to lock in your appointment, deposits are non refundable.

Your appointment will only be confirmed once the deposit has been received.

Booking is done through the link found in my IG Bio, you can find as BOOK NOW button in my Link-tree.

Cancellation/ Rescheduling

If you cannot make your appointment or need to reschedule please reach out, life happens! It’s completely understandable, all I ask for is a 48 hr window or else a new deposit will be needed.

I allow one reschedule within the 48 hr notice. After that, additional rescheduling will require a new deposit!

No shows make me sad & will most likely be ignored from any Booking Attempts in the future…

Payment

Preferred Forms of Payment are Cash & Square.

*Square allows you to pay with All Debit Cards, Credit Cards & CashApp $5 fee added to your total*

Common FAQ

How long will my tattoo take?

This depends on many things…for Tattoos it comes down to the intricacy of the design, if you’re getting multiple tattoos & your pain tolerance etc.

For Cosmetic Tattoos it is typically between 3-4 hours, this includes extra time for numbing (if needed).

My advice is to allow a significant amount of time when scheduling your day.I’m happy to give a time estimate if you ask, but it is not an exact science.

What do I bring to my appointment?

• A valid ID (must be 18+) unfortunately, there is no parental consent for minors in the state of California.
• Come dressed comfortably & appropriately depending on the area we are tattooing, you’re welcome to bring something to change into if you wish.
• Avoid wearing light colored clothing, I would hate to get ink on your fave tee!
• Bring a zip up jacket or hoodie if you’re prone to getting chilly.
• Feel free to bring snacks & water. Some sessions can run longer than anticipated or cross over to lunch/dinner hours.
• You’re welcome to bring 1 guest if you need emotional support

Are tips mandatory?

Tips are not mandatory but very much appreciated!

Most artists give a percentage to their studios etc. so anything extra is always appreciated… some tips I’ve received have been iced matcha with almond milk, handmade art, snacks etc. & they have made my day !