Tattoos At A Glance
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Aftercare
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Frequently Asked Questions
New York State law (Section 260.21 of the Penal Law) prohibits tattooing anyone under the age of 18 — even with parental consent. No exceptions.
Our shop minimum is $80. Final pricing depends on the design, size, and placement, and is set by the individual artist.
Please note: We do not give estimates over the phone — we must see the design in person.
To book a tattoo appointment:
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Collect reference images or ideas of what you’d like.
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Visit the shop — we’ll match you with the artist whose style fits best.
Can’t come in? Contact us online or through social media and we’ll help guide you from there.
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Avoid alcohol and blood thinners (like ibuprofen or aspirin) for at least 24 hours before your appointment.
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No tanning or sunburns on the area for 2 weeks before and after your tattoo.
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Sleep well, eat a good meal, and stay hydrated.
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Wear loose, comfortable clothing that makes the tattoo area easily accessible.
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Yes, tattoos do involve some pain — but it’s usually manageable. Sensitivity varies by body area and by person.
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Our artists do not apply numbing cream beforehand, but you may use your own before the session if applied according to the product’s instructions.
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For large pieces, some artists may apply a numbing spray like Bactine during breaks.
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Piercings At A Glance
Your guide to piercing types, aftercare, and trusted pros.
Piercing Consent Form
Body Piercing of minors is permitted only with written, notarized consent of at least one parent, or legal guardian. If you are over the age of 12 but under the age of 18 and would like to be pierced, please print the appropriate form below and have it notarized prior to your arrival at the studio.
Frequently Asked Questions
Under New York State Public Health Law Article 4-A, Section 460-a, anyone under the age of 18 must have written consent from a parent or legal guardian to get pierced.
We require a notarized consent form signed by the parent or guardian before performing any piercing on a minor.
Use unscented, fragrance-free soap to gently clean the area during showers. You can also use NeilMed Piercing Aftercare, which we carry in-store for your convenience. It’s safe, easy to use, and ideal for keeping your piercing clean and irritation-free.
We use sterilized, implant-grade titanium for all piercings.
If you have any metal sensitivities or allergies, please let your piercer know in advance so we can accommodate you.
Yes! If you need help with removing, changing, or downsizing jewelry, the service fee is $10 per two pieces of jewelrychanged.
For safety and hygiene reasons, we do not use outside jewelry for new piercings. All jewelry used in our studio is sterilized on-site to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and minimize infection risk.