There are risks involved in applying tattoos. Therefore, make sure you are well rested and have eaten enough. Inform the tattoo artist of any medication or skin problems, allergies, epilepsy and hypersensitivity reactions. Also check on www.veiligtatoeerenenpiercen.nl if the studio where you want to get a tattoo has a permit. This permit indicates that the studio works in accordance with the hygiene guidelines of the National Center for Hygiene and Safety.
Do not get a tattoo:
- on the skin where you have had plastic surgery or radiation therapy in the past year;on a scar that is less than a year old;
- on the skin tattooed less than six weeks ago;
- on the skin where a tattoo was lasered away less than three months ago or when the laser wound has not yet healed;
- on irritated skin such as bumps, dark moles or swellings;
- if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs;
- if you are pregnant.
In addition, it is not recommended to get a tattoo if you suffer from one of the following conditions:
- diabetes
- haemophilia
- chronic skin disease
- allergy to tattoo materials or ink
- immune disorder
- cardiovascular abnormalities.
Do you have one of these conditions or do you use anticoagulants or antibiotics? And do you still want a tattoo? Then first discuss the options with a doctor.
For more information about the above risks, visit www.veiligtatoeerenenpiercen.nl