Frequently asked questions : TATTOOS
Do tattoos hurt?
Do tattoos hurt on certain body parts more than others?
How much do tattoos cost?
Do you reuse needles or ink?
How long do tattoos take to heal?
What product should I put on my tattoo for healing?
How old do I have to be to get a tattoo?
Do you do Blacklight or Glow in the Dark tattoos?
Can I get my old, ugly, or badly done tattooed covered up?
What is involved in getting my tattoo covered up?
How long do I leave the bandage on my new tattoo?
Should I re-bandage my tattoo?
How long does it take to do a tattoo?
Will anti-biotics hurt my fresh tattoo?
Can I catch a disease from getting a tattoo?
Can I drink/use drugs before, during or after getting my tattoo?
Can I lay out in the sun / in a tanning bed after getting a tattoo?
Can I go swimming / lay in a hot tub after getting a tattoo?
Can I get tattooed if I'm pregnant?
Will my tattoo fade?
Are tattoos really addictive like everyone says?
Are tattoos Demonic or Anti-Spiritual?
Can I get a tattoo over a birthmark or scar?
Do you tattoo hands, feet, genitals, or faces?
Will my tattoo distort if I gain or lose weight?
Does Freedom Tattoo Inc. sell tattoo equipment or supplies?
What is tattoo ink made from?
Is tattoo ink safe for my body?
Do some colors hurt worse than others?
Will my tattoo turn green?
Can I get my name tattooed on me in Chinese, Japanese, or some other language?
Frequently asked questions : PIERCINGS
Do piercings hurt?
Do some piercings hurt worse than others?
How long should I leave the jewelry in before I can change it out?
Should I put peroxide or alcohol on my new piercing?
What kind of jewelry should I use?
Do you sell piercing supplies and/or needles?
Do you do genital piercings?
How old do you have to be get body piercings?
Do you use ear piercing "guns"?
How long does a body piercing take to heal?
Can a tongue piercing seriously hurt me if done incorrectly?
Will my eating be limited after getting a tongue piercing?
Can I breast-feed with nipple piercings?
Can I swim after getting a body piercing?
How much do piercings cost?
Do you sell aftermarket body jewelry?
Does it matter which side I get my piercing on?
Q: Do tattoos hurt?
A: Yes! There is minimal pain involved with the process of getting a tattoo. Many people compare tattoo pain to a bee sting or scraping a sunburn. But it depends on the person because each person has a different threshold for pain.
Q: Do tattoos hurt on certain body parts more than others?
A: Yes! Many feel that certain body parts are more sensitive to tattoo pain than others, such as the stomach, ribcage, calves, and the inside of arms. Again it depends on the person.
Q: How much do tattoos cost?
A: Each tattoo costs a different price depending on size, level of detail, and sometimes the part of the body being tattooed. Pieces are priced either by the piece or by the hour depending on client's needs and the size of the piece.
Q: Do you reuse needles or ink?
A: ABSOLUTELY NOT!
Q: How long do tattoos take to heal?
A: On average about 2 weeks, it again depends on the person's immune system and overall health. Click here for more in depth aftercare instructions.
Q: What product should I put on my tattoo for healing?
A: We suggest vitamins A & D ointment. Click here for more in depth aftercare instructions.
Q: How old do I have to be to get a tattoo?
A: In the state of Tennesee you have to be 18 years old to be tattooed, regardless of what mom sez! However, Tennessee allows minors to get pre-existing tattoos covered up, with parental consent.
Q: Do you do Blacklight or Glow in the Dark tattoos?
A: No we do not use blacklight or glow in the dark ink for tattoos because they are not FDA approved, and there are too few scientific studies concerning their long term safety.
Q: Can I get my old, ugly, or badly done tattooed covered up?
A: Absolutely! Come by the shop and talk with one of our artists about your cover up!
Q: What is involved in getting my tattoo covered up?
A: Talking to your artist about what your interested in using as a cover up and go from there.
Q: How long do I leave the bandage on my new tattoo?
A: We suggest leaving the bandage on your new tattoo for no longer than 1-2 hours before removing it to clean it. Click here for more in depth aftercare instructions.
Q: Should I re-bandage my tattoo?
A: Under most circumstances you should never re-bandage your tattoo, but consult your artist for specific instructions.
Q: How long does it take to do a tattoo?
A: Each tattoo takes a different amount of time depending on the size, orientation and location of the tattoo as well as the level of detail involved. Ask your artist how much time to expect your tattoo to take.
Q: Will anti-biotics hurt my fresh tattoo?
A: We do not recommend using anti-biotics on tattoos because not all anti-biotics contain the same ingredients and not all people are made the same. Many people have allergies to the ingredients in anti-biotics, so it is best to stick to Vitamens A & D ointment or another product dedicated to tattoo healing, those products are designed to be used by anyone, including people with allergies. Always consult your artist about tattoo aftercare to ensure the best method of healing for you!
Q: Can I catch a disease from getting a tattoo?
A: There are very few ways to catch diseases from getting tattooed. However the possiblity is out there. That is why it is a good idea to make sure your artist uses an Autoclave sterilzation system on his/her equipment and never re-uses needles. If you are unsure whether or not they use clean needles, don't get a tattoo from them! Make sure your artist opens pre-sterilized packages in front of you.
Q: Can I drink/use drugs before, during or after getting my tattoo?
A: ABSOLUTELY NOT!
Q: Can I lay out in the sun / in a tanning bed after getting a tattoo?
A: We recommend not getting sun on a fresh tattoo until it is healed completely. And then the tattoo should be covered with at least an SPF 30 sunblock to keep the tattoo from fading. By following these instructions you can keep your tattoo looking bright for a lot longer.
Q: Can I go swimming / lay in a hot tub after getting a tattoo?
A: In order for your tattoo to heal properly, you should not submerge your tattoo for at least the first weak after getting it.
Q: Can I get tattooed if I'm pregnant?
A: No you cannot. There are far too many horomones that are changing the female body and this is not a time to get a tattoo.
Q: Will my tattoo fade?
A: Yes tattoos and skin will fade over time. This process can be halted by protecting your skin from UV rays.
Q: Are tattoos really addictive like everyone says?
A: Definately!
Q: Are tattoos Demonic or Anti-Spiritual?
A: This particular question is one that has been asked for thousands of years. Tattoos are in fact not demonic; however they have been used in very negative ways since their conception. We at Freedom Tattoo Inc. feel that the spiritual question can best be answered by your own convictions about tattooing and the wearing thereof. We hope that this will allow you to have a better understanding of the tattoo world.
Q: Can I get a tattoo over a birthmark or scar?
A: Birthmarks? Not usually. Scars? Yes.
Q: Do you tattoo hands, feet, genitals, or faces?
A: Typically that depends largely on the client. We have a responsibility to watch out for our clients and give advice. Some tattoos and placements could cause some problems for an individual in the future.
Q: Will my tattoo distort if I gain or lose weight?
A: Only if a significant loss or gain occurs.
Q: Does Freedom Tattoo Inc. sell tattoo equipment or supplies?
A: No we do not!
Q: What is tattoo ink made from?
A: Carbon based natural pigments, alcohol and glycerin.
Q: Is tattoo ink safe for my body?
A: Yes, completely made from all natural items and approved by the F.D.A.
Q: Do some colors hurt worse than others?
A: No that is definately an urban legend.
Q: Will my tattoo turn green?
A: Only if it has green ink in it! Many people have seen green and blue ink for may reasons including age, tanning, that was the only color available, or homemade pigment.
Q: Can I get my name tattooed on me in Chinese, Japanese, or some other language?
A: Sure you can, but understand that your name translated into another language (especially asian, hebrew, and arabic) isn't neccessarily the same amount of letters and may not even exist in that language. If you plan to get your name done in another language then do a little research beforehand and know what you are getting.
Q: Do piercings hurt?
A: Yes all piercings hurt to a certain degree.
Q: Do some piercings hurt worse than others?
A: Yes the amount that piercings hurt is dependent upon where it is located.
Q: How long should I leave the jewelry in before I can change it out?
A: All piercings have a different amount of time required before jewelry can be changed. Ask your piercer about your specific piercing.
Q: Should I put peroxide or alcohol on my new piercing?
A: No! We recommend staying away from alcohol and peroxide because those products actually kill the good bacteria that help your body heal out a piercing.
Q: What kind of jewelry should I use?
A: Nickel negative is the best. And we prefer to use jewelry that is exactly nickel negative or very small amounts.
Q: Do you sell piercing supplies and/or needles?
A: No we do not.
Q: Do you do genital piercings?
A: No we do not.
Q: How old do you have to be get body piercings?
A: As long as you have your parent's consent and proper identification, i.e. birth certificate, proper ID for parents so there is no question. Legal guardians or immancipation due to marriage is acceptable with proper proof.
Q: Do you use ear piercing "guns"?
A: No, piercing "guns" cannot be properly sterilized and should never be used for piercings.
Q: How long does a body piercing take to heal?
A: Each piercing has a different heal period.
Q: Can a tongue piercing seriously hurt me if done incorrectly?
A: Yes, your tongue is directly connected with nerves which transfer directly to the brain and could cause serious complicationsif not dealt with properly.
Q: Will my eating be limited after getting a tongue piercing?
A: Yes, for the first day or two you will experience pain while eating due to swelling from the new piercing.
Q: Can I breast-feed with nipple piercings?
A: This is a topic which has some arguement because some of the interior structure of the body will be damaged, however, some will open more than others so personal preference is the key. however as always consult your dr. about such decisions.
Q: Can I swim after getting a body piercing?
A: You should avoid immersing your new piercing until it has healed.
Q: How much do piercings cost?
A: They very due to difficulty or placement. Click here to see all our peircing prices.
Q: Do you sell aftermarket body jewelry?
A: Yes. We have a limited selection of body jewelry available at our shop.
Q: Does it matter which side I get my piercing on?
A: No longer, in this day and age it is up to the individual and there is no longer stigma attached to what side of the body a piercing is on.
