THIS STATEMENT IS TO BE GIVEN TO ALL BODY ART CLIENTS, AND IS TO BE SIGNED BY THE CLIENT, PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY BODY ART PROCEDURE.

ALL INFORMATION GIVEN IS CONFIDENTIAL

TATTOO DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:

As with any invasive procedure, tattooing may involve possible health risks. These risks may include:

  • Pain, bleeding, swelling, infection, scarring of the area and nerve damage

  • Unsterile equipment and needles can spread infectious diseases it is extremely important to be sure that all equipment is clean and sanitary before use

  • Tattoos and permanent makeup are not easily removed and in some cases may cause permanent discoloration; think carefully before getting a tattoo. There is also the possibility of an allergic reaction

  • The inks, or dyes, used to tattoos are color additives. Currently no color additives have been approved by the FDA for tattoos, including those used in permanent makeup

  • Blood donations cannot be made for a year after getting a tattoo or permanent makeup

The Body Art Practitioner should:

  • Properly thoroughly cleanse the area before the procedure

  • Use sterilized equipment

  • Use sterile techniques

  • Provide information on the aftercare of the area receiving body art

  • Procedure can be stopped at any time per client's request

HEALTH HISTORY AND INFORMED CONSENT:

The following conditions may increase health risks associated with receiving body art:

  • Diabetes

  • Hemophilia (bleeding);

  • Skin diseases, lesions, or skin sensitivities to soaps, disinfectants etc.;

  • History of allergies or adverse reactions to pigments, dyes, or other sensitivities;

  • History of epilepsy, seizures, fainting, or narcolepsy;

  • Use of medications such as anticoagulants, (such as Coumadin) which thin the blood and/or interfere with blood clotting; and

  • Hepatitis or HIV infection