Moisturize a few days before your session. Make sure your lotion does not contain any alcohol in it (do not put lotion on the day of your tattoo). Eat before you arrive. We do not take long breaks. Bring snacks and water.  Drink plenty of water prior to your session.  Wear clothing that makes the area we are tattooing easily accessible. Whatever ink gets on your clothes will stain, so wear clothing you don't mind getting ink on.  Take the entire day off. We don't recommend making plans to leave at a certain time on the day of your session. Skin sensitivity, difficulty placing the stencil, and several other factors can slow down session progress. It is important that both I, as the artist, and you, as the client, do not feel stressed or rushed.