A tattoo is for life (even though modern technology says otherwise) and we take a very careful and serious approach to all matters concerning your wishes, our work, your and our safety, and the final result. Please review our prepared material in the entire rules section. It will be useful both for those who are only planning their first tattoo and for those who are more experienced.

• Everything starts with an idea. Then you'll need a pre-arranged consultation to discuss the design, details, and work process with the artist in person (see the “consultations” section).

• If you have any health issues, chronic illnesses, allergies, skin conditions, you first need a doctor's or specialist's consultation about the possibility of receiving tattoo services, in some cases even permission. (Prior medical consultation is recommended, for example, if you have hemophilia, epilepsy, infectious diseases, eczema, psoriasis, acne, blood clotting disorders, etc.) The artist has the right to refuse service due to visible skin or other health problems.

• We only perform tattoo cover-ups in cases where the existing tattoo has been laser-faded or has almost faded over the years. Also, we do not continue projects started by other artists (in such cases, we recommend contacting the artist who started the work). Our “no” to fixing/covering/continuing others' work is because it is both technically more complicated and challenging for creating a compositionally correct design. Moreover, each artist has their own style - the existing and new tattoo can differ drastically. It's also worth noting that without laser fading procedures, the old tattoo may be visible under the new one and is affected by previous colors or densely colored lines, as well as scar tissue. But in any case, you can send a photo of the existing tattoo and ideas/examples of what you'd like to cover it with, then we can tell if we can help.

• If the tattoo will be done over a previously laser-faded tattoo (cover-up), please consult with a laser medicine specialist about when it's allowed (after how many months) to get tattooed in this body area, because not following the allowed timeframes can cause the new tattoo to lose quality, fade in color, skin to be sensitive, etc. Lasers and their intensity vary, so timeframes may differ.

• The tattooing process should be planned so that for at least the first week after receiving the service, it's possible to care for the tattoo, following hygiene measures, avoiding direct sunlight, avoiding active sports and sweating, sauna/steam room/pool/solarium (swimming) visits. (Sun exposure affects the tattoo and skin health even after healing.) If the tattoo may be exposed to unhygienic environments during healing, it must be protected (for example, with dermal film, clean cotton clothing, etc.)

• The service premises maintain hygiene, sanitary, and epidemiological requirements, therefore, to jointly avoid infection risk, it's important that the client's skin and clothes are clean. If the tattooing process is planned after sports activities (sweat can irritate the skin) or after working in a dirty environment (e.g., dusty), it's recommended to shower first (as you won't be able to do so immediately after getting the tattoo) and change clothes.

• If the tattooing process is planned to finish late in the evening or if you plan to go somewhere afterward, it's important to purchase cream for tattoo care beforehand (see the “tattoo care” section).

When you have at least a rough vision for your desired tattoo, send ideas/examples (preferably also the approximate size and placement, colored or black and white), so we know which artist would be stylistically better to book you with. Then we can offer the nearest available time for consultation (we only make consultation appointments remotely).

Please leave the artist selection to us, as each design has its own style and specifics. We will always recommend the most suitable artist for the specific work. (For example, an artist who works only on realistic projects doesn't do text or graphic style tattoos, not because they can't, but because another artist specializes more in such types of work.)

During the consultation, the artist will be able to tell how much time will be needed for the tattoo and the total cost, as well as available times for the tattoo session. Tattoo designs are only prepared for the tattoo session, based on what was agreed during the consultation, so it's very important to discuss details down to the finest nuances during the consultation and ask questions if you have any! Don't be shy or afraid – ask! We're here to help you navigate the information and provide advice, with the best intentions and abilities, to achieve an excellent final result.

If after the consultation, the created design is the artist's work but hasn't been turned into a tattoo, the artist may use it at their discretion.

The artist may refuse to provide the service for various reasons, for example, if the client is unsure about the chosen design, or if consultations and sessions are rescheduled/cancelled multiple times.

If you want to get a tattoo fixed/covered up (cover-up), send a photo of the existing tattoo and ideas/examples of what you'd like to cover it with, then we can tell if we can do this work. (More about fixing/covering up see the “before the tattoo” section).

Please respect our work and time, as well as other clients' opportunities for faster service receipt, by canceling/rescheduling appointments in advance for both consultations and tattoo sessions.

Please arrive at the agreed time, only the person who has the appointment, except if an escort is needed. If you're going to be late, please inform us.

The tattoo session appointment is only confirmed after paying a deposit (from 80EUR). The deposit amount is calculated based on the work involved in creating the tattoo design. The artist will specify the deposit amount and cancellation terms during the consultation.

If on the day of the tattoo session the design needs to be created anew because all wishes weren't expressed during consultation or thoughts have changed, the deposit is retained as payment for the consultation and prepared design. Therefore, we encourage you to carefully think through your ideas, wishes, gather your thoughts, and inform us in time if you want changes to the design (in this case, a repeat consultation will be needed to clarify changes in person).

The guarantee deposit payment must be made at the latest one week before the tattoo session. If the appointment for the tattoo session is made less than a week before, please inform us about the payment when paying the deposit. Otherwise, the tattoo session may be cancelled without prior notice.

The tattoo session, while keeping the deposit, can be cancelled or rescheduled at the latest 2-3 working days before the session (for partial day sessions: 2 working days, for full day sessions: 3 working days), otherwise the deposit is retained. To cancel or reschedule an appointment, contact during salon working hours (see www.tattoofrequency.lv/contacts) by phone +371 67650049 or write to info@tattoofrequency.lv, or through Instagram, Facebook profile pages.

The deposit can be used when paying for the service or, if another session is planned, left for the next time.

If the guarantee deposit payment is made from another person's account, please indicate only: service recipient's name, surname, appointment date. The artist will send the guarantee deposit form after the consultation.

• It's recommended not to consume alcohol for at least 24 hours before the session, as it can affect your health condition during service receipt and cause bleeding.
• Get enough sleep, rest, eat, as this can also affect your health condition during and after the service, and cause unwanted situations such as headaches, nausea, and even fainting.
• Choose clothing for the session that won't interfere with the tattooing process (and accidents happen with colors, no matter how carefully we protect your clothing).
• If the session is scheduled for longer than 3 hours, bring snacks. And even if less than 3 hours, a treat sometimes comes in handy.
• Please inform the artist about feeling unwell, headaches, etc., to avoid surprises during the process.
• If you have skin or other health problems, consult with a doctor beforehand.
• Don't sunbathe before the session, as the skin will be sensitive and we can't work on sunburned skin.
• A couple of days before the session, apply moisturizing or nourishing skin cream to the body area where the tattoo is planned – this can ease the work process and improve healing.

Total costs depend on the chosen design, detail level (drawing complexity), placement, colors used (black and white or colored), time needed for work completion (design preparation). Costs are from 110EUR/hour. Minimum charge for small works is from 80EUR. For example, a palm-sized design can take one or several hours of work – everything depends on the previously mentioned factors. For larger projects, the tattoo session duration can be adjusted to your wishes and possibilities.

We can give approximate costs if an idea/example is sent, but more precisely – during the consultation. Consultations are free.

Design preparation and sketch creation is free, except when the design needs to be redone, as well as in other cases.
Payment for the service is made in person, immediately after receiving the service.

• The set includes a gift envelope and a greeting card where you can write a wish for the gift recipient.
• For many reasons, gift cards have not been available at our place since 2019 and we won't restore this system. BUT... we've created a solution for gift presentation due to high demand.
• Envelopes in limited quantity!
• To purchase an envelope, send an application by messaging T.F. on Instagram, Facebook, email, or through the website's contact section. Payment can only be made by bank transfer. The envelope can be received at the salon after payment, by prior arrangement of time, as we work by appointment only (see website contact section).
• If you can't come in person, we'll send it via parcel locker.
• Envelope price 5,- EUR (incl. VAT).
• *parcel locker shipping not included in price

Careful tattoo care during the healing process affects the tattoo's quality after healing. Careless care can affect the healing process, healing duration, cause complications – inflammation, scabs, redness, swelling, and thus damage the tattoo's color and final result. To achieve the highest quality result possible, please follow these recommendations.

In some cases, the artist will make corrections to the care instructions.

-Only touch the tattoo with clean hands during healing!
- The film dressing applied after tattooing should be kept on for 3-4 hours. (If dermal film is applied, it's easiest to remove under running water, e.g., in the shower.) Do not re-bandage.
- When removing the film dressing, gently wash the tattoo with lukewarm water and pH-neutral soap. (Ensure that lymph, vaseline, and other products used in the process are completely washed off.) After washing, dry with a paper towel or clean, lint-free cloth. Continue washing once a day.
- The tattoo should be applied with a thin layer of cream 3-5 times a day (depending on skin type). Bepanthen Plus cream is good and easily available in Latvian pharmacies and abroad, or you can use special cream intended for tattoo healing/care.
- THE TATTOO MUST NOT BE DRY! This can lead to scabs, inflammation, and damage to the tattoo's quality.
- The healing process depends on skin type, external environmental factors, etc. Healing takes +/- 5-7 days (sometimes longer). During these days, the tattoo must be moisturized with the aforementioned cream.
- During the intensive healing process (first 5-7 days), you must not – go to sauna/steam room, swim, exercise intensively, sweat, or consume fermented alcoholic beverages.
- When showering, try to wet it as little as possible. If during the healing process the tattoo is exposed to an unhygienic environment, ensure protection (e.g., if the tattoo is on the forearm, near the wrist and computer work is planned, the desk and computer must be clean! Or, in the previously mentioned placement – don't wear a watch!).
- During tattoo healing – don't scratch, peel, or rub! As this can cause infection, inflammation, redness, and the tattoo may lose color.
- In case it's impossible to avoid contact between the tattoo and clothing during healing, choose cotton fabrics. (For ladies – if the tattoo is on the leg, don't wear tights!)
- For 3-4 weeks after tattoo healing, it's not advisable to expose it to direct sunlight or use tanning beds - this can cause an allergic reaction and fade the pigment. Long-term, frequent tanning can damage tattoo quality, colors will become paler. To minimize this risk, use SPF50 sunscreen.
- To keep the tattoo pigment from losing its vibrancy in the coming years, we recommend using moisturizing or nourishing skin care products and always using the strongest sunscreens when in the sun or tanning bed, or avoiding direct sunlight. Any skin care/treatment procedures, laser hair removal can affect tattoo quality.

p.s. recommendations and products have been tested over time. Please contact the artist in case of uncertainty.. www.tattoofrequency.lv/contacts

Always contact us if you have questions, we'll advise what to do in unexpected situations.

We'll be happy to receive photos of your healed tattoos in your daily life, travels, or just nice moments! We can share your pictures to inspire someone, encourage them, or show off a bit with the artist's completed work.