If you’re visiting the capital and fancy a souvenir, why not get a travel tattoo? Madrid not only offers history, leisure, and gastronomy, it also has some of the best tattoo studios in the country. Getting a tattoo while on vacation is a very special way to remember your trip and carry it with you forever.
We’ve created this guide to explain everything you need to know, and of course, we hope you’ll get tattooed with us!
Is it a good idea to get a tattoo while traveling?
Yes, as long as you take certain precautions. As you already know, if you’ve read this blog before, the most important thing is to choose a good studio. A tattoo is a much more personal and special souvenir than a photo or a trinket, but it’s important to plan it well.
Choose a licensed studio that complies with proper hygiene measures and has professional tattoo artists on staff. Also, make sure that your trip won’t involve long walks in the sun or swimming, which can interfere with healing, and devote the necessary time to aftercare.
When is the best time during your trip to get a tattoo?
Ideally, you should book your appointment for the first few days of your stay in the city. That way, you can return to the studio if you need a small touch-up or have any questions.
We recommend that you do not get a tattoo the day before a long flight, as your skin will be more sensitive and you may experience discomfort during the trip.
We also advise you to wait at least 24-48 hours before exposing yourself to the sun or engaging in intense activities.
Choosing a studio and artist: a key decision
At 222 Tattoo Madrid, we have artists who specialize in different styles, so you can make an appointment with the one that best suits what you are looking for. If you are looking for delicate designs with clean lines, you should know that we specialize in fine line tattoos in Madrid.
In addition, we offer all the guarantees of professionalism and hygiene.
Before deciding, do your research:
- Review each artist’s portfolio to see if it is what you want.
- Check that the studio complies with health regulations, that it is clean, and that it uses disposable and sterile materials (in our case, we can assure you that we comply with all of these requirements).
- Contact us to check availability, make sure the studio is open at the time you need, and ask any questions you may have.
Aftercare if you are traveling
Getting a tattoo while traveling means paying extra attention to aftercare. Although the basic recommendations are the same, you should:
- Avoid direct sunlight on the area if you are going to be walking around the city a lot.
- Do not swim in the pool for the first few days. We do not include the sea because it is the only thing Madrid does not have, but if you are going to the beach after visiting, avoid swimming. Remember that you cannot get a tattoo on sunburned skin!
- Wear loose, breathable clothing so as not to irritate the area.
- Keep the area clean as we showed you in the studio and apply the healing cream we recommended.
Remember to pack everything you need for aftercare: mild soap, cream, plastic wrap if necessary, etc.
Don’t forget that getting a tattoo while traveling is a unique and very meaningful experience, so choose the design you will wear on your skin carefully. A word, a date, a symbol… The design will accompany you, but so will the moment and what you experienced in it.
If you are passing through the capital and want to get a tattoo with safety, style, and personalized attention, book your appointment at 222 Tattoo Madrid.