| One may not think that you will have to prepare | | | | getting a tattoo is to make sure your body is all |
| yourself for getting a tattoo but you would be | | | | clear of any alcohol or drugs. Some experts say |
| wrong. It is highly suggested that you get a good | | | | not to have an alcoholic drink for 48 hours prier |
| nights sleep the night before and be well fed | | | | to getting a tattoo. Alcohol thins your blood and |
| before getting a tattoo. The reason for getting a | | | | will cause you to bleed more when getting |
| good nights sleep is so that while you are getting | | | | tattooed and the more you the bleed the more |
| your tattoo you will be more relaxed and able to | | | | difficult it is for the artist to do good quality work. |
| sit still. As far as not getting tattooed on an | | | | Also be sure not to take any pain relievers |
| empty stomach it could lead some people to feel | | | | before getting tattooed they have the same |
| faint and you certainly don't want that to occur | | | | effect as alcohol. If you follow these few simple |
| when you are getting some ink done. These two | | | | steps you should have a pleasant tattoo |
| simply things also help you feel less tense and | | | | experience. Just know that it will hurt and you will |
| more at ease, the more stressed and uptight you | | | | experience some pain and discomfort. Try to |
| are the longer it could take for you to get | | | | stay relaxed and calm. If you are feeling anxious |
| tattooed and it your design might not turn out so | | | | try taking a couple deep breathes and try to |
| well. So try to remain calm and be sure to get a | | | | concentrate on your breathing. Also another good |
| proper amount of sleep and don't have an empty | | | | distraction is to bring an I-Pod with you to listen |
| stomach. | | | | to music to keep your mind off the pain or simply |
| Another good rule of thumb to follow when | | | | strike up a conversation with your tattoo artist. |