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?
Answers to your tattoo
questions:
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.
Answers to your piercing
questions:
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.
