Start Your Tattoo Journey with Intention
At Hummingbird Ink Studio, I offer two unique consultation paths to begin your holistic tattoo journey—each designed to honour your story, your body, and your vision.
Located in Red Hill on the Mornington Peninsula, I also welcome many clients from Melbourne and beyond.
Holistic Tattoo Consultation
Free Tattoo Consultation
Returning Clients
Tattoo Aftercare
Holistic Tattoo Consultation – A Sacred Creative Ritual
In this intentional session, we begin with a calming guided meditation using crystal singing bowls. This helps ground your nervous system, awaken your intuition, and open creative space—even if you don’t know where to begin.
We’ll gently explore your story, inspirations, emotions, and the energetic feeling you want your tattoo to carry. From here, I shape a custom design that flows naturally with your body and intention.
You don’t need experience with meditation—just an open heart.
🌿 This is a beautiful option if you’re craving a deeper, more meaningful holistic tattoo process.
Casual Tattoo Consultation – Clear, Simple & Intentional
Prefer a more streamlined session? The Casual Consultation is a relaxed way to share your tattoo ideas—online or in person. We’ll explore design, placement, and meaning together in a way that still feels personal, spacious, and thoughtful.
Returning Clients
Welcome back — it’s always an honour to continue your tattoo journey with you.
I always aim to keep the experience just as personal and intentional as the first time. If you’re ready for a new piece or building on an existing one and feel clear about your ideas, you’re welcome to skip the consultation and book your tattoo session directly.
Custom Tattoo Pricing & Studio Location
My hourly tattoo rate is $180/hour, with sessions usually lasting 2–3 hours for a hand-sized tattoo ($360–$540). Prices may vary slightly depending on the complexity or if you’re getting multiple tattoos in one sitting.
My private, peaceful studio is located within Marci Wellness Day Spa, Red Hill:
📍 2/1012 Mornington-Flinders Rd, Red Hill VIC 3937
Clients often travel from Melbourne for the holistic experience and calming studio environment.
Tattoo Aftercare 🫶🏽
A little ritual for healing your beautiful new ink
Your tattoo is a fresh piece of art woven into your skin. How you care for it now will help it heal beautifully and hold its energy for years to come.
Here’s a simple aftercare guide:
✨ First Day
- Keep the wrap on until the end of day, when you’re getting ready for bed
- Wash your hands, then gently remove the wrap.
- Rinse the tattoo with lukewarm water and a mild, fragrance-free soap.
- Pat dry with a clean towel or paper towel — no rubbing. Apply your tattoo cream lightly.
- On the first day, it’s a good idea to take it easy and make space to integrate your new tattoo — give your body some time to settle in and start the healing process.
✨ The Next Few Weeks (normally 2 – 3 weeks)
- Apply a thin layer of Hustle Butter* (my top recommended tattoo healing balm), Bepanthen* or your choice of tattoo aftercare, 3–4 times a day. Keep it lightly moisturised, not smothered.
- Continue this for 2–3 weeks, or until the peeling phase ends.
🌀 A little flaking or peeling is totally normal — it’s your skin making space for the new.
- Stay hydrated. Water helps your body and your tattoo heal from the inside out.
- After peeling stops, switch to a natural Vitamin E cream 2–3 times a day for a few weeks.
✨ Guidelines for Healing
- Avoid direct sunlight on the tattoo for the first 24 hours.
- No sunbaking or solariums for at least 3 months — protect your art.
- No swimming, baths, spas, saunas, or float tanks for at least 2 – 3 weeks while your tattoo heals.
- Skip workouts for the first 24 hours.
- Don’t shave or wax the area for 4 weeks.
- No picking, scratching, or tight clothing over the tattoo until fully healed.
✨ Special note for foot tattoos
- Avoid shoes that rub on the tattoo. If you must wear closed shoes, wrap the area gently in cling wrap — but remove it and reapply cream as soon as possible to let it breathe.
Warm hugs,
Chloe Mez
Tattoo Artist / Yoga, Reiki & Art Facilitator
For more information or bookings via email Chloe@HummingbirdInkStudio.com or connect here
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