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Tattoo Appointment Prep Checklist

A prepared client is an easier client to work with. Send this checklist before appointments so clients show up ready.

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Appointment Prep Checklist

Arrive on time with ID
Slept adequately
Ate within 2 hours
Hydrated
No alcohol in 24 hours
No drugs today
Proper clothing for placement
Clean skin
No sunburn
Notes: 

Client Signature: ______ Date: ______

Staff Signature: ______ Date: ______

Sending this to clients

  • Email 1 week before the appointment
  • Send a reminder 24 hours before with key points
  • Customize with your shop's specific policies
  • Include your address and parking information
  • Add your preferred aftercare products

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a tattoo appointment prep checklist?

A prep checklist tells clients how to get ready for their tattoo. It covers sleep, food, hydration, clothing, and what to avoid beforehand. Sending it ahead means clients arrive prepared, which makes the session smoother for everyone.

How should a client prepare for a tattoo appointment?

Sleep well, eat within a couple of hours, and stay hydrated. Avoid alcohol for 24 hours and don’t come under the influence. Wear clothing that gives easy access to the area, keep the skin clean, and avoid sunburn. Bring your ID.

When should I send the prep checklist to clients?

Email it about a week before the appointment, then send a short reminder 24 hours out with the key points. Customize it with your address, parking details, and shop policies so everything a client needs is in one place.

Want this handled automatically?

Apprentice sends prep links before appointments: consent, deposit, and instructions in one flow. Clients arrive ready. You just tattoo.

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Disclaimer: This template is provided as a general starting point and is not legal advice. Laws vary by location. Consult a lawyer before using this in your business. Apprentice is not responsible for any legal issues arising from the use of these templates.

Want this handled automatically?

Apprentice sends consent forms, deposits, and prep instructions before clients arrive. No printing. No chasing. Everything signed and ready.