Surface healed ≠ Fully healed.

It takes about 14 days for the "sunburn peel" to finish, but months for your skin tissues to fully regenerate. During that time, your skin acts as a lens for your tattoo. If that lens is damaged by UV rays or dehydration, your ink loses its punch.

Whether your tattoo is two weeks old or ten years old, how you treat your body determines how well your art ages.

Surface healed ≠ Fully healed.

It takes about 14 days for the "sunburn peel" to finish, but months for your skin tissues to fully regenerate. During that time, your skin acts as a lens for your tattoo. If that lens is damaged by UV rays or dehydration, your ink loses its punch.

Whether your tattoo is two weeks old or ten years old, how you treat your body determines how well your art ages.

We asked the artists at Epøch to list the five biggest "oh sh!t" mistakes they see clients make before their appointments. Making a few simple adjustments before you arrive can turn a "spicy" session into a smooth, easy one.

"So... how much is this going to hurt?" 😅

It’s the #1 question in the shop, followed quickly by "Do you do piercings?".

Whether you're worried about the pain or just wondering if you can pet Samson the studio dog, we are here to help you out.

"What should I bring with me?" is one of the biggest questions we get asked.

We want you to feel right at home when you’re at Epøch. To help you be prepared, we asked the artists for their absolute must-haves (and a few things to leave at home).

"Is it okay if I...?" The answer is almost always YES.

This is your session. We’re just here to make the art happen.

Coming in for some new ink?

Preparation can be a secret to a great tattoo experience and an even better healing journey. We asked the artists for their top 5 tips to help you show up confident and ready.