Location
Estuary Tattoo is a private studio located in Bushwick, Brooklyn. The closest train stop is the Morgan L. After you have booked and about a week before your appointment, I will send a confirmation email including exact location and detailed directions.
Studio Hours: Tattoo appointments are typically scheduled Wednesday-Saturday between the hours of 12-7. Evening appointments begin no later than 5pm if they’re on the smaller side and 4pm if it’s a medium sized piece.
Preparing for your appointment
Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the area being tattooed.
Don’t skip meals! Make sure to eat a meal a few hours before your appointment.
HYDRATE the day before and get a good night’s sleep—it makes a difference!
Exfoliate and MOISTURIZE your skin the day before or the morning of your appointment for the best results.
CASH is preferred for payment. There’s an ATM across the street if needed, but it’s best to bring cash. If necessary, I can accept PayPal, which includes a 2.9% Goods and Services fee. Venmo and credit cards are not accepted.
As a service-based industry, gratuity is appreciated. A 20% tip is standard, but any amount you feel comfortable with is welcome. If you enjoyed your experience, tipping generously helps support my business growth.
Aftercare
You’ll need 3 products for aftercare:
Soap: Dial antibacterial soap or equivalent. A natural alternative is unscented Dr. Bronner’s.
Salve: Aquaphor or Hustle Butter.
Lotion: Any unscented, gentle lotion (e.g., Lubriderm, Aveeno, Cetaphil). A natural alternative is coconut oil.
Immediately After Your Appointment (within 2-3 hours)
Remove the bandage, wash the tattoo gently with soap and lukewarm water, and pat dry with a clean towel. Let it air dry and wear clean, black clothes to protect the tattoo and your sheets.
Days 1-3
Wash and dry the tattoo twice a day.
Apply a light layer of salve to moisturize and protect.
Days 4-14 (or until fully healed)
Wash and dry the tattoo twice a day.
Apply lotion to keep the tattoo moisturized.
Do:
Moisturize
Hydrate
Take vitamins for immune support (Vitamin C, Zinc, etc.)
Don’t:
Use saunas
Soak in baths, rivers, or beaches
Tan
Expose the tattoo to the sun without sunscreen
Scratch the tattoo
Engage in excessive exercise or sweating (regular exercise is fine, but avoid friction on the tattooed area).