HOW TO TATTOO AND DO IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME: SAFETY FOR YOURSELF AND THE CUSTOMER

For your own safety I recommend that you always use glove (surgical latex). This is not only for your safety, it also shows your customer that you care and looks more professional. Always make sure that your tattoo area is clean. Keep the needles and tubes clean and sterilized in sterilization pouches. You should always remove them in front of your customers. If possible use new needles for every customer. When first starting out, this can be very costly. Buy prepared stainless steel needles, they are usuable if handled carefully and inspected for any dullness and bent needle points. Any sign of damaged needles should be disposed of properly (check with your board of heatlth for any rules and regulations). Damaged needles will hurt your reputation, as well as unnecessary pain for your customer.