We are happy to answer the most frequently asked questions about tattoos here. If you have any further questions that have not yet been answered here, we would be delighted to receive a message from you.
Tattoo preparations
How much should I drink before I get a tattoo? Any questions about your tattoo? Can I prepare my skin for the tattoo? What does the creation process of your new tattoo look like?
Dates and prices for tattoos
All information about the exact procedure for your new tattoo, from the appointment to the prices.
How do I find out the minimum price and the tattoo costs? Why is there a minimum price for tattoos? Is it possible to take a break during the tattooing process? Are there tattoo artists who do not speak while working? What if I have to cancel my tattoo appointment? Can I take a companion with me to my tattoo appointment? Do you also offer double appointments for friends? Can I choose my own tattoo artist? Is the consultation for my tattoo free of charge? How is your tattoo price calculated and how much does a tattoo cost? How do I get an exact tattoo price? Can I get a tattoo spontaneously? What are the prices for tattoos? Can I have a drawing of my tattoo design made? Why do I need a consultation for a tattoo? How do I make an appointment for a tattoo?
Legal provisions
All tattoo issues that are regulated or recommended by law are dealt with here.
Tattoo care, health and hygiene
You can read the most frequently asked questions about the correct aftercare and care of your new tattoo, about health and hygiene, here.
Warum ist Schweiss schlecht für frische Tattoos und Piercings? Warum ist Hygiene in einem Tattoo- und Piercing-Studio wichtig? Warum ist es wichtig, beim Tätowieren viel zu trinken? Ist wasserfeste Tattoofolie für alle Tattoos geeignet? Beeinträchtigen Antibiotika die Heilung von Tattoos und Piercings? Wie lange dauert die Rötung eines frischen Tattoos? Was bedeutet es, wenn mein Tattoo während der Heilung juckt? Wie lange sollte ich nach dem Tätowieren warten, bevor ich Alkohol trinke? Ab wann darf ich mich nach dem Tattoo wieder rasieren? Wie beeinflussen Krafttraining und Gewichtszunahme mein Tattoo? Was sollte ich in Bezug auf die Kleidung bei meiner frischen Tätowierung beachten? Welches Tattoo-Pflegemittel eignet sich zum Pflegen meiner Tätowierung? Warum entsteht eine Kruste (Wundschorf) bei einem frischen Tattoo? Ist tätowieren über Dehnungsstreifen möglich? Warum können Hand- und Fingertattoos verblassen? Wann kann ich mit meinem neuen Tattoo wieder schwimmen? Gibt es vegane Tattoos? Was sind Inner Lip Tattoos? Was ist ein Finger-Tattoo bzw. Knuckle-Tattoo und was muss man dabei beachten? Was ist ein Blowout bei einer Tätowierung? Ist das Tätowieren während der Schwangerschaft möglich? Darf ich nach dem Tätowieren Sport treiben? Wie Pflege ich mein Tattoo richtig? Wie steht es um die Hygiene? Ist das Tätowieren eigentlich sehr schmerzhaft? Kann man Narben tätowieren oder übertätowieren? Kann mein Tattoo durch Sonnenbaden verblassen? Wie lange warten, bevor ich mit meinem Tattoo in die Sonne kann? Ist Tätowieren oder Piercen lassen bei Hepatitis C möglich?
Specific concerns and restrictions
Do tattoos over stretch marks hurt more? What should I do if I want a tattoo around a mole? Can you tattoo over moles or birthmarks? How long does a lip tattoo last? Is it possible to get a tattoo during menstruation? Is it possible to get a tattoo on any part of the body? Can I get a tattoo or piercing if I am HIV-positive? Can heavy body hair make tattooing more difficult? Can I get a tattoo if I have moles? What should I do if I have allergies? What health issues should I be aware of before getting a tattoo? Can I also get a tattoo with a dark skin color?
Cover-Up
For a cover-up tattoo, an individual consultation (free of charge) with the cover-up member artist of your choice is always necessary. The following information will help you to get an accurate picture of this topic in advance.
Are you no longer satisfied with your existing tattoo? What are suitable motifs for a cover-up tattoo? Can dark tattoos be covered up with light colors? What should I bear in mind when choosing a new cover-up tattoo motif? Does a cover-up cost more than a normal tattoo? Did you know that you can lighten your tattoo with laser treatments in preparation for a cover-up?
Tattoo colors
We are happy to provide you with detailed information about our tattoo colors and tattoo colors in general.
Do vegan tattoo colors fade faster? Are vegan tattoo inks just as safe as conventional tattoo inks? What are tattoo pigments? Do tattoo pigments fade over time? What is a UV tattoo? Are tattoo inks unhealthy for the body or the skin? Which tattoo colors are used by 2nd Skin member artists? Are allergic reactions to tattoo inks possible?
Tattoo motifs and tattoo styles
Below you will find helpful tips for finding suitable tattoo motifs as well as the interesting history of tattoos.
What are typical Celtic tattoo symbols? What is important if I want a portrait tattoo based on a photo? What colors can be used for a portrait tattoo? Tattoo outlines without shading or color? What are tattoo outlines? Which designs are suitable for lip tattoos? Why should I choose a Wanna Do tattoo? What are Wanna Do tattoos? Can I have my palms tattooed? How do I find the right tattoo artist for me? Want a tattoo, but no idea - can you help? How can I find out more about different tattoo styles? Which tattoo styles does 2nd Skin offer? Don't have a specific tattoo idea yet? Is there a minimum size for tattoos? What is a minimal tattoo? What is a single-needle tattoo? What is a micro realism tattoo? What is a Couple-Tattoo (Partner-Tattoo / Friends-Tattoo)? What is the difference between the tattoo styles Traditional (Old School) and Neotraditional (New School)? What is an Ignorant tattoo? How do I find a suitable tattoo motif?
Re-piercing
Are there areas of the body where tattoos fade more quickly? Have a "foreign" tattoo touched up at 2nd Skin? Why do I need to have a tattoo touched up (refresh / touch-up)?
Other questions
All questions about tattoo services that have not yet been addressed are answered here.
Are vegan tattoos more than just a trend? History and typical tattoo symbols of Borneo tattoos What is the history of tattoos among the Celts? What is World Tattoo Day (WTD) and when does it take place? What is a tattoo convention? Why should you visit a tattoo convention? Is a tattoo on the lip painful? Why is the depth of the tattoo important? What is meant by tattooing depth? Are tattoos addictive? Do you also sell tattoo vouchers online? Does 2nd Skin also offer henna tattoos? Is there such a thing as the history of tattooing? Temporary tattoos, body time tattoos, temp tattoos or organic tattoos. Are there tattoos that fade after a few years?