PRE-APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Please take a moment to read the following important information to help prepare for your appointment, minimise the risk of infection, support optimal healing and maintain the longevity of your medical tattoo.

♥ Medical Clearance

If you underwent surgery within the past 2 years, you are required to provide a Medical Clearance letter from your doctor or surgeon prior to your appointment.

NB: A clearance letter is not required if you have been referred by one of the surgeons listed on the Referring Surgeons page.

Why? Your doctor or surgeon is familiar with your surgical history and can assess whether the treatment area has healed sufficiently for medical tattooing and whether any additional precautions are necessary.

♥ Skin Preparation - Moisturising

For 7 days leading up to your appointment, please gently moisturise the breast or treatment area daily using a fragrance-free moisturiser, provided the skin is fully healed and intact.

On the day of your appointment, please ensure the area is clean and free from moisturiser.

Why? Keeping the skin hydrated may help minimise surface dryness and flaking, leaving the skin more comfortable and better prepared for tattooing.

♥ Medications & Supplements

Please advise me before your appointment if you take any blood-thinning medications or supplements that may affect bleeding or healing. Do not stop or alter any prescribed medications without consulting your treating doctor.

Why? Certain medications and supplements may increase bleeding or bruising during treatment, potentially affecting the tattooing process and healing.

♥ Payment Options

Card payments

Direct bank transfer

Cash

For treatment fees and booking information, please refer to the Price List.

♥ Can I still shower, exercise or swim after my tattoo?

For the first 7 days following your treatment, you will need to avoid activities that may interfere with healing or increase the risk of infection. During this time, please avoid:

Direct shower spray onto the treated area
Exercise, including Gym, Pilates and Yoga
Swimming, Saunas and Steam Rooms
Activities that cause excessive sweating or friction around the treated area

These aftercare guidelines apply to both your first and second sessions.

Why? The first 7 days are an important healing period. Excessive moisture, heat, friction and exposure to potentially contaminated water may increase the risk of infection and interfere with healing and pigment retention. Protecting the treated area during this time helps support optimal healing and long-term results.

♥ Alcohol & Caffeine

Please avoid alcohol the day before and on the day of your appointment.

Limit caffeine on the day of your appointment. You may still enjoy one cup of tea or coffee beforehand.

Why? Alcohol may increase bleeding and bruising, while excessive caffeine can increase sensitivity or discomfort during treatment.

♥ What to Wear

You are welcome to wear whatever you feel comfortable in. However, for Nipple & Areola Tattooing or Areola Repigmentation, please wear a comfortable bra or crop top to help keep your dressings securely in place following treatment.

You will need to wear your bra or crop top during the day and overnight, including while sleeping for the first 7 days following treatment.

Why? A sterile, non-stick gauze dressing will be applied after treatment to help protect the area while it begins to heal. Wearing a supportive bra or crop top helps keep the dressing securely in place and minimises friction.

♥ Do I need to buy anything for my aftercare?

You will be provided with a small pot of aftercare cream, sterile non-stick gauze pads (enough for the first day) and a detailed aftercare instruction sheet.

Please ensure you have additional sterile, non-stick gauze pads available at home, as you will need to change your dressings several times a day for the first 7 days following treatment.

You will also need to wear a comfortable bra or crop top continuously during this 7-day healing period to help keep the dressings in place.

The same aftercare protocol applies to your second session.

♥ Health & Skin Conditions

Please advise ProCosmediq before your appointment if you have diabetes, an active skin condition in the treatment area, or any medical condition that may affect healing.

Why? Certain medical and skin conditions can increase the risk of infection, delay healing or affect how the skin responds to tattooing. Knowing this beforehand allows me to assess whether additional precautions or medical clearance may be required.

♥ Support Person Policy

If you wish to bring a support person, please let me know in advance.

Children under 16 are not permitted in the treatment area as part of ProCosmediq's infection-control and treatment-room policies.

Why? Support people are welcome, provided their presence does not interfere with treatment, hygiene requirements or the privacy and comfort of the client.

♥ Session Duration

Session 1: Approximately 1.5 - 2 hours

Session 2: Approximately 1 - 1.5 hours

Each session allows time for consultation, design, pigment matching and aftercare guidance.