Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds to ensure cleanliness.
All equipment is single service, meaning each set of needles and tubes is packaged individually. This way, the work space stays hygienic and no one is sharing needles.
Autoclaves take about twenty minutes to clean the equipment. Once the process is finished, the door opens to allow the contents to cool and dry. Autoclaves can cost thousands of dollars, but they are considered the most dependable system for sterilizing equipment.
As you put everything together, inspect the equipment for damages or flaws. If you come across any equipment that looks like it’s in bad shape, throw it away and replace it. Bent or dull needles can cause bleeding and scarring.
Be sure that the eye loop of the needle is turned to the left when you put the armature bar in. This ensures the needle is inserted correctly. If it is not correct, it could lead to a painful skin piercing with no ink.
It is always better to have more than you need, so keep extra gloves and a large supply of cotton balls handy in case you need to replace what you are using.
You should also have a footswitch and clip cord. The footswitch allows you to control the speed of the needle, while the cord connects the power supply to the machine. These items are sold separate from a tattoo machine kit, but they are not expensive.
Try to add only enough ink to get the ball rolling smoothly and swiftly.
Remember, the outline is there for a reason. Staying as close to the lines as possible will help you produce the best-looking tattoo you can.
For risk-free practice, work on a melon, as this can help determine if you’re using the needle correctly. If the fruit is damaged, you are pushing the needle too deep.
Tattoo guns can vibrate quite a bit, so it is vital to maintain a strong grip. Picture the needle tube as a thick pencil and hold it similar to how you would a pencil.
Cleaning the ink is the only thing you should focus on when the tattoo is done. Let the tattoo sit for some time so the inflammation can calm on its own. Once the ink has settled, apply a small amount of ointment and cover the tattoo with a bandage to protect it during the healing process.
