Jo exceeded every expectation. I came in needing a replacement tragus post, and she took the time…read moreto thoroughly explain the parts, proper removal, and how to adjust the main piece. She even helped diagnose a problem with my nose ring. Her expertise and friendly approach turned a simple visit into a genuinely great experience.

I honestly feel bad leaving this review because the piercer was very passionate about the craft,…read morebut the experience was not what I expected. First off, the timing of the appointment was 1.5 hours for just double ear piercings. She spent 30 minutes talking about the future of my ear, but a quick comment asking about future piercings would have been sufficient. It was too much. After signing the consent form, the piercer pulled out a thick binder and started showing me all kinds of pictures and scars and infections from piercings. That felt unnecessary. I told her I brought my sister to double check the piercings were straight as a light hearted comment. That ended making the process so much longer as she went into so much detail on the science of marking the ear. We did not need all the information on how she was going to pierce the ear, I just wanted it straight. At one point, we almost thought about leaving, but we had already invested an hour of our time. I felt uncomfortable trying to figure out how to move the appointment along without hurting her feelings. It became stressful as the customer. At the end of the day, the piercings are straight, the jewelry is good quality, and the piercer had good intentions. Although I just wish the appointment went smoother so we could of spent more time looking jewelry and potentially buying pieces. I felt exhausted by the end of the appointment.

My daughter took me here for my first tattoo for my birthday…read more Pete was my tattoo artist, he was very mindful of making sure I had eaten first and recommended I eat beforehand while he drew up the design. The design was awesome, he did amazing work. I absolutely loved my first tattoo and I'm already planning my next one. My daughter and I are going back next week for matching tattoos!

I saw Joshua Sharpe for my tattoo, and I'm sorry to say he did a very inadequate job and was rather…read moreunprofessional. He misaligned my tattoo and shaded it in a way that made the piece morph together rather than capture the detail. I actually had to go see an enhancement artist after the session and chose not to finish the piece with him. Also, throughout the session he was very distracted and even took a moment to smoke his weed pen right in front of me then get back to work. Unprofessional and poor job unfortunately.

Got my rook, flat, forward helix, and both upper lobes pierced at Skin & Soul. I love their…read moreattention to detail and safety precautions. I had to separate out the piercings into two separate appointments a month apart to ease into them, but glad I did because the swelling might've been too intense. Highly recommend Skin & Soul for all your piercing needs!

I had the pleasure of being tattooed by Sage today. I went with my friend and he was great with…read moreexplaining everything to us. Very reasonable pricing, I'll certainly be returning in the future for more ink!

Tai-Li fit me in for a same day industrial bar piercing. She was great - consultation, performance,…read moreand outcome. I got a second industrial bar, same ear. She was fantastic. The shop was cute and does both piercings/tattoos. Highly recommend and will visit again.

In my first review I said I wanted to wait and see how my piercing was doing after having it done…read more I was told that having my helix done was going to take a few months to heal but the pain I was feeling was still surprising me. It didn't feel like it was healing at all. Unfortunately I needed to have it looked at but this location was closed on Sunday and Monday. I didn't feel comfortable waiting so I went to another piercing shop to get it checked out. They told me that the jewelry I had wasn't good among other things and it was good I came in because it could have become infected. Now I know that different shops can be biased and have competition but I did change out the jewelry just to see if that would make a difference. It was like night and day. Within the next few hours my ear started to feel better. Then after a few days it got even better. Obviously my piercing will take time to heal but the pain I've been in has gone way down as it heals with the new jewelry. It was disappointing that I couldn't get this checked and that I needed to buy new jewelry and have it changed out.

Plata is the man! He did a great thigh Tat for me!…read more they seem to really care about their customers that they tattoo the shop is clean everyone's nice. The price was reasonable. It was a fantastic experience.! Troy "Spyda" Hill

The process was so smooth, and Chris did an amazing job. He's friendly and personable, and chatting…read morewith him while getting the tattoo made the time fly by! Good vibes at this tattoo shop overall. Great music, great people, awesome decor.

Sam is great, he has been our Tattoo Artist for over 15 years and we continue to come back. Highly…read morerecommended.

Highly recommend Steadfast Art Collective. I went here after I lost my mom. I asked to have my…read moremom's handwriting put on my lower inside arm. Tori took a card with my mom's writing. It was exactly what I wanted. I love it. Highly recommend Tori and Steadfast Art Collective. Tori did a fantastic job preparing before and at the appointment. She had a great temperament and set me immediately at ease. She was super supportive and I would love to get another tattoo from her.

Super friendly, clean, colorful. Booking online and filling out all the consent forms that I needed…read moreto upload for my 17-year-old's piercing was easy and quick. There was lots of street parking near the tattoo parlor and we were greeted immediately. At every step of the way, details about cost, and what was right for my child's ear size, and what the procedure would entail, and post care, and healing. I felt really informed and empowered. I have never set foot in a tattoo parlor before, but I see the appeal- what a great, friendly bunch of people, and what great work they do! I cannot recommend this place enough!

I just needed a simple piercing, just an additional hole with a simple earring and I wasn't sure…read morewhat kind of service I would receive at a place I've never been before. It was so amazing and I was so impressed. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted in a very nice way, my needs were heard and respected, and, oh my, what a selection of different jewelry they have to pick from, very impressive! Adam did my ear piercing and listened to where I wanted the new piercing and Adam double checked before we proceeded with the piercing. But what most impressed me was how he prioritized Sanitation. I think he must have changed his gloves four times after he touched every item needed for the process. He explained aftercare very well. Checkout was wonderful too, they made sure that I knew how to contact them at any time if I had any other questions or concerns after the fact. Oh, and they made sure I knew what the end cost would be even before the actual piercing so there are no surprises at checkout.

My mother, daughter, and I all got matching memorial tattoos for my grandmother from Camy. It was a…read morefirst tattoo for me and my daughter, and we had a great experience. Camy was great about answering my daughter's questions about hypoallergenic ink and working with my mother's "mature" skin. Looking forward to more art from Camy.

I've been coming to Slave to the Needle since around 2017 early 2018 and have had a lot of work…read moredone through the shop over the years -- enough to know the difference between a good experience and an exceptional one. During that time I've never actually written a review before, but my recent sessions with Tim Bradley (aka Mean Ole Tim) at the Wallingford location deserve one. Tim has been an absolute standout. He's not just a skilled tattooer -- he's an artist and professional in the truest sense. His ability to translate an idea into something that feels both deeply personal and beautifully cohesive is unreal. He recently completed a full torso panel of my German shepherd, Stryder, in an Irezumi-inspired style, as well as two custom hand pieces -- and every step of the process was collaborative, thoughtful, and executed with precision. What I appreciate most is Tim's mix of humility, humor, and quiet confidence. He listens, gives honest feedback, and works with a level of care that shows in every line and aspect of the piece. The end result isn't just cool ink -- it's art that carries weight, intention, and soul. After nearly a decade with STTN, I can say this has been one of my best experiences yet. If you're looking for someone who genuinely gives a damn about both the craft and the client, Tim's your guy.

I had an amazing experience at Finer Things Tattoo getting my fine line phoenix on my shoulder. I…read moregave 2 reference photos, and Zezi truly brought the vision to life in a way that exceeded my expectations. The piece is bold, beautiful, and incredibly detailed. Zezi is professional, creative, and made the entire experience comfortable from start to finish. You can tell she really listens to her clients and takes pride in her work. I highly recommend Finer Things Tattoo if you're looking for custom work that is both artistic and personal.

My 13-year-old dog, my fur baby, and my best friend Ghost passed away earlier this year. After he…read moredied, I decided my first tattoo would be a memorial to him. I spent days researching artists, and Finer Things immediately stood out. Their style was exactly what I hoped for. From the start, Zezi and the team were incredibly attentive to everything I asked for. A few months later, I came into the studio for my appointment and the custom designs captured Ghost perfectly. Zezi prepared several thoughtful options, and once I chose my favorite, she got to work. She was warm, welcoming, and made my first tattoo experience unforgettable. I cannot recommend Zezi and Finer Things Tattoo Studio enough, especially if you are looking to honor a furry loved one.

I had a tattoo that had outlived it's "purpose" and made me uncomfortable. I went in with an idea…read morefor cover up, and Ben re-designed it in a way that worked perfectly to completely cover it and maintain the direction I intended.

Josh was fantastic and super clean and gentle, he was able to help out with some…read moreTouch ups and anew tattoo! Also he was so great at giving me the size and placement I wanted ! Would recommend