Yes, piercings now available Wednesday through Sunday by Eric. Walk-ins and appointments are welcome!

Minors must have parent/guardian present with acceptable documents. Piercings are available for ages 10 and up.

We accept cash and all types of card payment. Each artist may also take alternative forms of payment such as Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal; though cash is always our preference.

FOR TATTOOS: Please contact individual artist if you will like to book an appointment with them. Artist’s contact info is posted on their info page and on the left side of the contact page.

If you have no preference and have used the general contact form, please be patient as we will sort through the inquiries and assign based on availability. For a speedy turn-around, please provide as much info as you can:  your preferred availability, description of the tattoo, size, style, and body placement.

FOR PIERCING: Please call the shop at 714-693-5536 or call/text Eric at 206-227-0663. Appointments are available Wednesday through Sunday

FOR TATTOO: Yes, we generally ask for $50-60 deposit ($100 for larger pieces). Payments are accepted by cash/card in person, and some artist may also accept cash apps. Deposits are taken by individual artist as you will be booking directly with them.

Deposits are forfeited if you do not show up for your appointment, or completely bail on the project. Please reschedule at least 24hrs prior to your appointment. For emergency cancellations, it is under artist discretion regarding deposit penalty.

Yes, both tattooers and piercers accept walk-ins when we are available.

Piercings are available Wednesday-Sunday; they are a quick process so wait times are minimal. Come on in!

For tattoos, its recommended to call ahead to gauge available times. Please understand that walk-ins are on a first come, first serve basis. We now have an extensive team on-site so we are usually able to accommodate depending on the day.

At least 18 years old with a valid ID.

Even with a parent?

Yes, California state law has an age restriction of 18 and over.

Clients 18+: must have government issued photo identification (i.e. State Driver's License, State ID, passport, military ID)

Clients age 17 & under: MUST HAVE a parent/legal guardian present at time of the appointment AND provide suitable documentation:

• Piercings start at the age of 10
• Both IDs with matching last names
  • minor's ID can be student ID, state license, passport, or school portal
• If last names do not match, a birth certificate will be required
• Legal guardians must show legal guardianship documents

We only accept government issued identification cards:  i.e. state driver’s license, passport, and military ID (if DOB is printed)

For piercings of minors:

Parent must have ID + minors can show school ID card or from the student portal. Piercings start at the age of 10.

Please see individual artist portfolio in the “artists” tab and their page.

Guests are welcomed but they are to remain in the lobby area. Only the tattoo/piercing client is allowed back in the procedure area. So no need to bring your entourage to get your first tattoo. Thank you for your cooperation.

WHAT TO EXPECT FOLLOWING THE PROCEDURE

• IMMEDIATELY AFTER:  You will experience some soreness, swelling, irritation, and redness.  If you are uncomfortable, OTC ibuprofen can help with these symptoms.
• 2-3 DAYS: Swelling and irritation should decrease, it should feel like a mild sunburn.
• 7-10 DAYS: The tattoo will start to peel and flake similar to a serious sunburn or minor scab.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE BANDAGE APPLIED TO YOUR TATTOO

Saniderm (or Tegaderm) is a very thin, transparent, flexible film used to protect new tattoos against fluids, friction, bacteria, and viruses. Unlike plastic films, Saniderm is breathable which allows moisture vapor and oxygen exchange while providing a moist wound environment for enhanced healing. When Saniderm is applied immediately after the tattoo session, the tattoo is protected from dirt and germs. Saniderm can also reduce scabbing, reduce pain, and maintain ink integrity.

SUGGESTED CARE

Keep the bandage on for 3 days.  The bandage is waterproof, so it is ok to shower with it on.  Though it is waterproof, prolonged exposure to water should be avoided as it can compromise the adhesion of the bandage.  After 3 days, remove the bandage pulling from top to bottom.  Wash with soap and warm water, then pat dry with a clean paper towel.  Remember to always wash your hands before and after touching your new tattoo.  Apply a small amount of lotion whenever your tattoo feels dry or itchy.  Continue using lotion for the next few weeks or until your skin returns to normal.

RESTRICTIONS

• NO SOAKING; including and not limited to swimming pools, lakes, hot tubs, salt water, bubble baths, etc. for at least two weeks or until the skin returns to normal.
• NO SCRATCHING OR PICKING dry scabs that form over your healing tattoo.  Doing so may result in loss of pigment and/or scarring on your tattoo.
• Avoid activities that may result in contamination with potentially infectious materials such as gardening or contact with animals.
• If you work out or have a job that gets you SWEATY or DIRTY, be sure to clean as soon as possible.
• Stay out of direct SUNLIGHT for two weeks.  No sunbathing or tanning.  Always use sunblock whenever you’re in the sun after your tattoo has healed.
• If you use TANNING BEDS, always cover your tattoo.

 POSSIBLE MEDICAL COMPLICATIONS

Because it requires breaking the skin barrier, tattooing may carry health risks, including infection and allergic reactions. If you see any signs or symptoms of infection or allergic reaction after 2-3 days including but not limited to: redness, swelling, tenderness of the tattoo, red streaks going from the tattoo toward the heart elevated body temperature, or purulent draining from the tattoo, please seek medical attention.

We have done everything possible to ensure that your tattoo has been done with the utmost care possible.  Now it is your turn – FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call us at (714) 693-5536.

Always wash your hands before cleaning your piercing!

What to Expect
With initial piercings; bleeding, swelling, tenderness, and/or bruising are normal.
During healing: some discoloration, itching, secretion of whitish-yellow fluid that will form “crusties” around the jewelry.
~A piercing may look healed before it really is. The reason being is that tissue heals from the outside in. Be patient, and keep cleaning the piercing throughout the entire healing process. ~

Cleaning Instructions

• H2Ocean spray is a highly recommended product you can use for cleaning your piercing. You will also use an antibacterial soap like H2Ocean Piercing Foam Soap. Or you can make your own non-iodized sea salt solution at home (as described below).
• Sea Salt Solution Recipe & Process: Mix together 1⁄4 teaspoon of non-iodized/iodine-free sea salt (which can be found in any grocery store) in 1 cup of warm distilled water. Use a clean paper towel or a clean washcloth to absorb some of the solution and hold it onto your piercing. After you are done soaking your piercing for 5-10 minutes, rinse the piercing thoroughly under warm water.

Soap Cleaning Process:

• Wash your piercing no more than twice daily in the shower or sink: mornings and nights are the best times to do so. While in the shower/under the sink, make sure to keep your piercing directly under the running water for 1 minute; this will loosen up any “crusties” around the jewelry and moisten the skin, making it easier to clean.
• Make sure to keep your piercing free of shampoos, conditioners, body washes, etc.
• Lather up a pea sized amount of the antimicrobial soap and apply to the skin around the piercing and gently rotate the jewelry for at least one minute. It is important to gently wash the area instead of roughly scrubbing. Harsh cleaning habits can lead to complications like scar tissue or irritation.
• Flush your piercing for another 3 minutes under running warm water to completely rinse away the soiled soap and anything else that might have gotten onto the area. Soaking your piercing is vital to the healing process.
• Pat your skin and piercing with disposable paper products (for example: paper towels) for a sanitary way of drying off the area.

Oral Piercing Aftercare

• You can use the sea salt solution as mentioned above to rinse your oral piercings. If you chose to use mouth wash, cut down the liquid and mix half of the wash with water to dilute the intensity of the mouth wash. Rinse for 30 seconds to 1 minute after every meal; make sure all food is removed from around the piercing. AVOID smoking, drinking, cinnamon, pepper, and spicy foods for the first two to three weeks after the initial piercing, as it makes the piercing swell, pus, become irritated, and prolongs the healing process. If you do smoke or drink, rinse IMMEDIATLY afterwards.
• DO NOT fidget, play with, or “click” the piercing ever. This kind of habit can cause serious dental damage that can be costly in repairs (for example: tooth chipping, gum erosion, etc.), as well as possible migration of the jewelry from the original placement, and excessive scar tissue.
• Depending on the placement of the oral piercing, it helps to take smaller bites when eating, and if possible,cut food first to avoid accidental biting of the piercing. With tongue piercings, watch out for noodles in particular as they can tangle around the jewelry, and straws, as they can make the piercing start to bleed or cause unsightly scar tissue and bumps.

What to Avoid for the Entire Healing Process

• DO NOT go swimming. No lakes, pools, rivers, oceans, hot tubs, etc. Consider all water contaminated and soiled. Anything that’s in the water can go into the piercing. Keep in mind, it’s a fresh wound.
• DO NOT put anything on your piercing. No make-up, scented lotions, perfumers, shaving cream, hairspray, sunscreen, etc. These could cause your piercing to swell, take longer to heal, and/or become infected. If you want to apply make-up, wet a piece of paper towel, apply onto the piercing itself, and keep a quarter-sized distance around your piercing free of make-up.
• DO NOT apply alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, Bactine, Neosporin, or any other ointments.
• DO NOT over clean the piercing, this can dry out the piercing and strip the area of good bacteria.
• Some of the best advice for taking care of piercings is to NOT TOUCH YOUR PIERCING. The only time you should be touching your piercing is in the shower when you are cleaning it. Anything you touch throughout the day can be transferred onto your piercing and can possibly infect the piercing. Do not rotate the piercing unless you are washing it.
• DO NOT remove the jewelry from the piercing.
• DO NOT let the piercing come into contact with another person’s bodily fluids. DO NOT let the piercing come into contact with animals and gardening activities.
• Never use rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or harsh soaps to wash or apply on the fresh piercing.
• AVOID skin products that contain Benzalkonium Chloride, as this ingredient can cause irritation to open wounds.
• Clean, loose, and breathable clothing, such as cotton, is ideal for wear to avoid unnecessary friction to the newly pierced site.
• Keep the fresh piercing out of direct sunlight and tanning beds.

Signs and Symptoms of Infection/Possible Need to Seek Medical Care

If you experience a problem that is beyond the scope of your piercer, the following facts can assist you and your healthcare provider in decision-making about the best care and treatment.

Visit a doctor immediately if you have problems with your piercing and you:

• experience SEVERE redness, swelling, or pain from the piercing
• have a large amount of discharge that is thick, green, yellow, or gray and smells bad
• have red streaks coming from the piercing site
• take steroids or have a chronic illness or other health conditions
• have symptoms that last for a week or get worse
• experience fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or disorientation

If you feel that the condition of your piercing needs more attention than the basic aftercare, and is beyond your knowledge, come in immediately! We’re more than happy to assist you with any concerns or issues in the healing process.

Your PIERCING EXPERIENCE and HEALTH is very important to us!

Umm...no.

Please consult with individual artists for serious inquiries.

Let's start off by saying that finger tattoos have a very low chance of healing well or looking good long term (no matter how good an artist is). Some could last for weeks to years; ones that stay for years tend to blow/expand/blur out and never retains crispyness. You risk wearing a permanent smudge on your finger.

But its all over Pinterest?!
Yes, they "do it for the 'gram". It will look very clean right after the procedure, but you are just gambling after that. Why do you think no one post their finger tattoos after proper healing time (3-6 weeks)? Simply Google search "healed finger tattoos" for references.

But it looks cute and I want it.
It's definitely cute! ...and we will do it. We just want our clients properly informed with realistic expectations. We will do it with no guarantees. We do offer discounted touch ups (only by the same artist), as you will be needing it throughout its lifetime.

But who knows, you may be one of the lucky ones that it sticks forever 😉 So come on in!