Chi Town Effects Tattoo

How much is a septum piercing and can a 14 year old get one with consent and a adult present?

My daughter got hers at 14. Rick is awesome totally put her at ease.

Hello, was just curious on how much tongue piercings cost? :)

Hello, tongue piercing is $45 jewelry included.

Is 65 for both nipples or just one?

Hello, nipple piercings are $65 with jewelry included.

Would you tattoo a 15 year old with parental consent and if the parent is present?

Hello, no sorry. State law.

How much are nose piercings, with one of the smallest studs?

Hi, $35 titanium jewelry included.

Are you doing the buy 2 get 1 piercing this year? If so, when?

Hi, the special is next month all December.

Would you guys do a septum piercing on a 15 year old?

Yes we can do with parental consent, oarent need to be present at the time of procedure.

Hi! Do you do nose piercings on kiddos (age 11) if a parent is present and gives consent?

Hi. No we don't sorry.

Can I get a piercing at 17?

Hi, only with parental consent .

How much is a belly button piercing?

Hi , belly button piercing is $40 including a titanium with gem jewelry :)

How are tattoos priced?

Hi, we price our work by the piece .

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What is the price for an industrial piercing? Thinking of getting one.

Hi, it is $45 jewelry included.

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Review Highlights - Chi Town Effects Tattoo

“Rick is a great owner and piercer the people are friendly in this shop and the ambiance is great with chicano art spread all throughout the shop!”

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Cantu J.

6 years ago

Went in for a dermal chest piercing, was nervous at first but the guy who does the piercings Rick was very kind explained to me the whole process, that definitely calmed my nerves ! I got it and I couldn't be any more satisfied with my results. My first piercing and definitely more to come. Highly recommend Chi town Effect. They definitely know what there doing and great work thanks again guys ! read more

Stacy B.

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I got my very first tattoo here a couple of weeks ago and this is hands down the place to go for professionalism, a clean and sterile shop, and excellent art. My tattoo turned out amazing and despite being nervous, the artist kept a conversation with me and made the process so easy! This establishment takes cash only, but they have an ATM! 10/10 recommend this shop to ANYONE! read more

Briana D.

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I got my nose pierced here about 2 months ago... very professional and clean. The guy (I can't remember his name) did a very good job at explaining how to take care of the piercing to me. Unfortunately, I took it off to change the ring and I got the wrong size! so I let it close up to avoid getting an infection... will definitely be going back to getting it repierced read more

Perla C.

10 years ago

Ive been getting my piercings here for the past 4 years and ive left very satified never had any problems woth them .I just got one done and rick is the best at it always very carefull.any time i have questions i call the shop or stop by and have always helped me. All the employees their are very helpfull. I defenetly recommend the shop to everyone. read more

Iliana T.

9 years ago

Very friendly, everyone seems to know what they're doing, welcomed, very fast service. Very professional and informative. Rick is very smart and nice. He let me breathe and let me be scared. 10/10 would recommended for anyone. Also very affordable price!! read more

Lauren B.

6 years ago

I have had several piercings as well as several tattoos done here by various artists. I can't tell you enough how pleased I am with all of my results. I always recommend this place for any tattoo or piercing. The entire staff here are top notch!!!! read more

Karissa C.

5 years ago

I had got my dermal done here yesterday and I absolutely love it! the Piercer made the experience so much less stressful. Im coming back to get another soon and would highly recommend! Big Shout out to y'all and the piercer that did mine!! read more

Twinkle C.

2 years ago

I highly recommend this spot for piercings! I got 7 piercings done at chi-town effects. Each time I've gone it's been a positive experience! I will never go anywhere else for piercings. read more

Jacqueline R.

10 years ago

I been getting tattoos and piercings nice and quick service never have problems with the work I got there and always satisfied with the work Ricky and the whole shop are the best read more

Maddy E.

13 years ago

I got two of my tattoos here done by joker and i love both of my tattoos ! I dont like to go down to aurora for alot of this place is a must go place ! read more

Luis P.

9 months ago

The piercer was friendly. )

Nicole M.

6 years ago

The people here are friendly and the shop is super clean! My piercing healed great, would recommend to a friend!

Danielle S.

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4 years ago

love it there!!! i get my all my piercings done . the employees are so nice and funny!!

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