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    Nyc Ink

    4.7 (264 reviews)
    ModeratePiercing, Tattoo
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Racquel B.

    Got a piercing redone here that I'd originally gotten a year prior at a generic piercing shop and had to remove. I don't remember the piercer's name but he is good at his craft! He evaluated my ear to make sure it would be eligible to re-pierce without growing a keloid. The process was a tad painful as expected but it came out perfect. Five months later when the piercing was hinting at infection, I returned and another amazing piercer nursed it and tea tree oiled it and it's been wonderful since. My friend has also gotten two tattoos here and both came out great. Recommend!

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    Barbara J.

    I went here with my cousin a couple years ago during covid and both of us got an infection and lumps that grew at the place of the piercing The man gave us the piercing. This was my sixth piercing so I know very well how to take care of it so it heals correctly and does not get infected. I had to take off my piercing because it would throb and bleed randomly. Even to this day - it still hurts. I have insomnia and the lumps make it worse because sometimes when I accidentally roll on top of it, I wake up. It also itches and stings randomly. The lumps also have grown since I took out my piercings while ago. I am waiting to schedule a surgical procedure to remove them I have never had any problems with other piercings. I have gone to five different places and have had seven piercings

    Elisa H.

    I'm back... and I brought a friend. Together we monopolized Sam for an hour and a half bc we love piercings and Sam knows every piercing under the sun, or so it would seem. We deliberated super casually and always pretty quickly, really within minutes of what I "need" lol. So it was decided I need a tiny piercing above my second lobe running parallel to my Tragus- that we'd pierce too. Sam Dotted the area and I said YES. Hell YES- like someone said FREE ice cream or fried chicken. Seriously. Sam has been curating my ear (so far) piercings since March and if it were some area just more painful and arduous to heel than other sites or other people. My industrial and conch have pretty much healed. The only remaining are the double frontal helixes that are still healing. But I'm cleared to hav another piecing on the opposite ear. YES!!! Sam is a genius and I love every idea he's had for me and basically heeded ALL his suggestions. He did the same for my friend who was quickly falling down the rabbit hole of titanium adorable jewelry that just wouldn't stop blinding us from the display case. Sam changed my industrial, inserted the cutest diamond in my 2nd lobe, and of course the 2 newest piercings with their own jewelry. Plus my friend's 5 new pieces. We r such junkies but if we had to get High it would be at nycink under the expert guidance of Sam.

    New mid-ear piercing for the middle ager!
    Linda O.

    I brought a group of six folks, ranging from 16-55, here for ear and face piercings. All were quickly and expertly executed. The owner was kind and helpful in advising us as to selection and care. Will definitely go back!

    Josh Z.

    The absolute best tattoo parlor here in NYC. I've been 4 times in the last week to get new ink done (yeah, I've been going through some things. LOL) and every single time has been a resounding success and I've walked away happier than when I came in. The folks working here are 100% professional and extremely talented and kind. Seriously, they are so f'n nice. Knowing me, I'll be back again pretty soon!

    Alex L.

    Best piercing in NYC. He is thorough, clean, and so professional. This is the only place I'll go to for my ear piercings and I highly recommend them. This is THE place to go for high quality piercings and jewelry.

    Nina R.

    I had been wanting to get more piercings in my ears for YEARS, but I am a nervous germphobe who hadn't been pierced in decades. Sam put me and my friends at ease. He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and meticulous when it comes to cleanliness and sanitizing. He gave us plenty of pointers about care, optimal piercing styles based on location, the healing process, etc. And the SELECTION! My only bit of advice is to have a sketch or firm idea of what you want (or check out what he has in advance). I thought I knew what I wanted, but seeing all the incredible choices, my mind totally short circuited and I could barely think straight! The actual piercing was relatively painless and quick. Sam's the man! I am only coming here for my piercing needs. There will be more!

    New tattoo from an artist at NYC Ink

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    Bad piercing skills...overpriced. Very aggressive in piercing, bleeding a lots. Won't recommend.

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    Place was clean. Guy was nice. It was a bit small-- not enough to take a star away, though. It was cool

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    Best tattoo experience I've ever had, Jade is a top notch artist - will definitely be back!

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    The piercer was very efficient and quick. the placement was perfect and he was a very kind man to talk to. 10/10 recommend!

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    Ask the Community - Nyc Ink

    Do you do clitoral hood piercings?

    YES

    Are septum piercings done at this location?

    yes

    How much would it be to get both nipple piercing?

    I don't know, it would be best to visit the shop.

    Hi, can I bring in my own earring?

    I recently got second piercings on both my ears but they were such a bad job i've decided to take them out and let them heal. a day passed after piercing when i decided to take it out. how long after would you say i'd be able to get them repierced?

    Probably a week, or just call the place and ask them. I know same thing happened to my friend and she got the ears re pierced in a week. However get professional advice from the place, they ll tell you.

    Hi. Do you do a temporary tattoo? And for how long?

    We don’t do any kind of temporary Tattoo

    Hi! I got a rook piercing here about two weeks ago and was wondering what I should do because it has a little bit of pus and is still swollen, and also the barbell seems to be unscrewing and i can't get it to screw back in. Any recommendations?

    Visit the shop

    Is it by appointment only or can you walk in? I've been trying to call and the phone just keeps ringing

    You can walk in or make an appointment. It's up to you. It's strange the phone doesn't work. I was able to call for information.

    Do you need an ID for piercings?

    Yes

    How much is a nose and vertical tragus piercing?

    49 + jewelry

    Do they use the dermal punch or the needle for the micro-dermal piercings?

    punch

    How much is a regular earlobe cost? do I need to purchase jewelry? and are walk ins welcomed?

    walk-in

    What's the tattoo shop minimum?

    $100

    How much for nostril piercing?

    I just got mine and it cost me $89 with jewelry and tax included. He puts in a needle twice to make sure its perfect. EVERY SINGLE THING IS STERILE! There is no numbing gel so fair warning.

    Do you guys have a minimum for tattoos?

    Their minimum is $100

    How much is a Helix piercing?

    $45+jewelry

    How much is the minimum price for a tattoo?

    $100

    How much for a vch piercing and chest dermal piercing?

    Vch is $100 and dermal is $65, thank you!

    How much do you guys charge for 2 helix piercings and is the jewelry included?

    You guys do double tragus piercing?

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    Review Highlights - Nyc Ink

    Sam was so fast and I barely felt anything, mind you my pain tolerance is pretty low.

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    I went in an hour earlier than my expected appointment time. The staff were friendly and…read moreaccommodating. I was seen earlier than expected. The piercer helped me decide if the piercing would work with my ear anatomy and I really appreciate her taking the time to make sure the piercing would work before we began. I decided on the Daith piercing which can be a little spicy in the best of times. My piercer took her time, explained every step of the process, and the piercing went smoothly. After she was finished, she told me how to take care of my new piercing and answered all my questions-and there were a lot of questions. Overall, I am very pleased and will go back again.

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