At 84tattoochiangmai in Old Town Chiang Mai, we practice authentic bamboo tattoos—traditional hand-tapped art with modern safety.

What we offer

• Traditional hand-tapping using bamboo-inspired tools

• Thai-rooted designs: sak yant, yantras, sacred geometry, nature motifs

• Skilled artists trained in traditional methods and ritual respect

Safety & hygiene

• Single-use needles

• Sterile studio

• Vegan, high-quality ink

Why choose bamboo

• Soft, organic lines with handmade character

• Ritual, meditative experience

• Deep cultural connection to Thai heritage

Consultation & booking

• Personalized consultations and custom designs

• Aftercare guidance to preserve meaning and appearance

• Friendly, professional artists in Chiang Mai Old Town

Visit 84tattoochiangmai to schedule a bamboo tattoo rooted in Thai tradition.

At 84tattoochiangmai, your safety and comfort come first. Whether you’re planning a single earlobe, multiple surface piercings, or a full-body session, these guidelines explain how we maintain strict hygiene and how you can prepare and care for your piercings to minimize risks and promote healthy healing.

Studio Standards and What We Do

• Single-use, sterile needles for every piercing — never reused.

• Autoclave sterilization for all non-disposable metal tools; biological indicators and regular spore tests to verify effectiveness.

• Medical-grade, food-safe disinfectants for surfaces; fresh barrier covers on chairs and workstations for each client.

• Trained, experienced piercers who follow aseptic technique: handwashing, glove changes, and minimal contact with the jewelry and pierced area.

• High-quality implant-grade jewelry (titanium, surgical steel, niobium, or implant-grade gold) and correctly sized options to reduce migration and rejection.

• Clean, private procedure rooms and a clear client intake process to screen for contraindications (medications, medical conditions, pregnancy, etc.).

• Clear aftercare instructions and follow-up availability for questions and concerns.

How to Prepare Before Your Appointment

• Eat and hydrate well before your session to help manage pain and reduce fainting risk.

• Avoid alcohol and recreational drugs for at least 24–48 hours beforehand, and avoid aspirin or blood-thinning supplements unless advised by your physician.

• Bring a list of current medications and any relevant medical history (diabetes, immune disorders, heart conditions, allergies).

• Wear comfortable, loose clothing that gives easy access to the area being pierced and won’t rub on fresh jewelry.

• If you’re getting multiple piercings or a long session, plan breaks and bring a support person if that helps you feel comfortable.

The Piercing Procedure: What to Expect

• Consultation and consent: we discuss anatomy, placement, jewelry options, and healing expectations; you sign a consent form.

• Marking and review: precise marking of the site so you can approve placement before anything happens.

• Cleaning: antiseptic cleansing of the skin at the piercing site.

• Piercing: performed quickly and precisely using a sterile needle; you may feel a sharp pinch followed by a brief throbbing or pressure.

• Jewelry placement: immediate insertion of appropriate initial jewelry; post-procedure checks to ensure fit and alignment.

• Aftercare briefing: verbal and written aftercare steps, what to expect during healing, and signs of complications that require attention.

Aftercare for Safe Healing

• Clean hands first: always wash your hands thoroughly before touching your piercing.

• Saline soaks or sprays: use sterile saline solution (or a sea salt solution prepared to proper concentration) twice daily to gently clean the area. Avoid harsh soaps, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and ointments unless specifically recommended by your piercer or physician.

• Avoid unnecessary movement and irritation: don’t twist, turn, or fiddle with jewelry; avoid tight clothing or accessories that rub the piercing.

• Shower hygiene: gentle rinse in the shower is fine; avoid baths, hot tubs, saunas, swimming pools, and lakes until the piercing is fully healed.

• Sleep and activity: avoid pressure on the piercing during sleep and be cautious with sports or physical activities that might catch or impact the jewelry.

• Jewelry changes: don’t change jewelry until fully healed and you have professional guidance; premature changes can cause trauma and infection.

• Expect normal healing symptoms: mild redness, swelling, tenderness, and some clear discharge are normal initially. Persistent severe pain, increasing swelling, yellow/green pus, fever, or red streaking are signs to seek professional help.

Healing Times (approximate)

• Earlobe: 6–8 weeks

• Cartilage (ear): 3–12 months

• Nostril: 2–4 months

• Septum: 6–8 weeks

• Lip: 6–8 weeks

• Tongue: 4–6 weeks

• Nipple: 6–12 months

• Navel: 6–12 months

• Surface/dermal: variable; higher risk of migration and rejection

Risks and How We Minimize Them

• Infection: minimized with sterile technique, quality jewelry, and proper aftercare. If infection occurs, seek professional evaluation—antibiotics may be required.

• Rejection & migration: reduced by correct placement, appropriate jewelry, and patience during healing. Surface and dermal piercings carry higher risk.

• Allergic reactions: we use implant-grade metals; let us know about metal allergies so we can select suitable materials.

• Scarring/keloids: some people are prone to hypertrophic scarring or keloids; discuss history of scarring with your piercer

Over 20 years in Chiang Mai’s Old Town, 84 Tattoo Chiang Mai combines modern and traditional tattooing with care and a friendly approach. Our artists do machine work and authentic Thai bamboo (Sak Yant), using brand-name machines, single-use needles, and sterilized vegan ink. For contemporary designs or spiritual Sak Yant, we offer precise, creative work and a comfortable, professional experience.