Now you are probably thinking it might not matter—plus, it’s your personal information, why do they need to know?
If you are not disclosing your medical conditions to your tattoo artist prior to your session, what your tattoo artist doesn’t know could seriously harm you. And, unfortunately, it wouldn’t be the artist’s fault. If you have a medical condition or on any kind of prescription medication, it is crucial that you disclose it to your artist before any tattoo.
While we understand you are not 100% comfortable disclosing medical information to your tattoo artist, you should know why it matters in the first place.
Antibiotics: Disclose all antibiotics to your tattoo artist, and discuss whether or not it’s safe to proceed. Some antibiotics make the skin hypersensitive.
Blood thinners: If you are taking any kind of medication to thin your blood, you will want to inform your artist beforehand, and probably also consult your doctor. Depending on the reason you’re taking the medication, it might not be wise to get tattooed, or it might just require shorter sessions.
Anti-rejection Drugs: If you have had an organ transplant and are on anti-rejection medication, getting a tattoo might not be in your best interest. Consult with your doctor first to determine if your overall health is strong enough to withstand the stress of getting tattooed and if your medications may interfere with the healing process.
Many medical conditions might require special consideration before getting a Permanent Makeup procedure.
- Diabetics have the tendency to both bleed and bruise easily so the healing process is longer.
- Glaucoma, increases intraocular pressure combined with pressure placed on the eye to apply eyeliner could be damaging.
- Bleeding disorders, such as sickle cell anemia, platelet disorders, hemophilia, etc…
- Medications, such as accutane and Retin A or blood thinners, that affect the dermal layer of the skin.
- Pregnancy and breast feeding may compromise the health of the child.
- Artificial valves, heart, or joints can be compromised if an infection occurs.
- Uncontrolled high blood pressure increases problems with healing.
- Keloid pronation may cause scarring.
- Silicone or silikon lip injections, lip implants may increase risk of a bacterial infection.
- Dentures increase the risk of a candida outbreak on the lips