Policies & FAQ
Studio Policies
Valid ID Required
A *Valid* State or Government ID is required for all piercing & tattoo services. (You must present your ID at every visit)
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As regulated my Minnesota statutes, you must provide identification as outlined below:
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MN Statute 146B.07 Professional Standards ; Subdivision 1. Proof of age
(1) a valid driver's license or identification card issued by the state of Minnesota or another state that includes a photograph and date of birth of the individual;
(2) a valid passport;
(3) a resident alien card; or
(4) a tribal identification card.
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**Valid meaning: Non-Expired, Non-Clipped ID. If you're ID is clipped for any reason, you will need to bring the clipped ID as well as the accompanying papers provided to you by the DMV.
Minors
-Minors are not allowed in the shop unless receiving a service and accompanied by a legal guardian.
-There must be one adult accompanying each minor present in the studio.
Client Guests
We are all for moral support! Feel free to bring your best friend, parent, or significant other to keep you company and provide moral support!
-For Tattoo appointments, we respectfully ask that you limit your visitors in the tattoo area to
two guests.
-For Piercing appointments, we ask that no more than one guest accompany you to the piercing room.
Tattoo Policies
Consultations
Consultations are almost always required. A consultation with an artist is free and generally will take between 15 & 30 min.
During that time you will discuss your ideas with your artist and decide on placement, size, color vs grey-scale, etc. Upon the completion of your consult, you will work with your artist to determine the best day/time for your appointment and place a deposit with your artist to reserve that time and allow your artist to begin working on your drawing.
Deposits
Deposits are required for all scheduled appointments and are generally placed upon completion of your consultation. The amount of the deposit will depend on the estimated length of the session:
0-1 Hour = $80
1+ hour(s) = $150
Cancellations
If you need to change or cancel your appointment, you must do so at least 72 hours in advance. Changes/Cancellation within 72 hours of appointment will result in forfeiture of your deposit.
Piercing Policies
Appointments
Appointments are recommended for piercing services. Appointments can be made online here or via the 'book now' tabs within the piercing page. Walk-in services depend on availability, so call the studio to check for openings. As a reminder, those under 18 must have a parent or guardian call.
Consultations
Consultations are generally built into the piercing appointment time. With several of our piercing services, your anatomy is the deciding factor on whether or not the piercing is viable and your piercer will pre-check and discuss this with you if necessary.
With all minor services, your piercer will review the process with the minor and ensure they fully understand and are aware of what they will experience. We ensure proper consent has been given and will also discuss the importance of aftercare etc.
Age Limits
MN law and studio policy restricts which piercings are available to clients of different age groups. Our policy is as follows:
5 years+: Earlobes
13 years+: Helix, Nostril
16 years+: Eyebrow, Lip/Labret, Vertical Labret, Forward Helix, Tragus, Rook, Conch, Navel, Septum
18 years+: Bridge, Philtrum, Nipples, Surface Anchor, Surface Bar, Snug, Industrial, Any Genital piercing
Minors
Any piercing on a minor (a person under the age of 18) requires the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
-The legal guardian must fill out a consent form and provide a valid state or government ID. They must also accompany the minor during the entirety of the service.
-The minor must also provide BOTH:
1: A valid state or government ID, a current student identification, or another official source that includes their name and a photograph. (examples: Library Card, Amber Alert Card, Safe ID Card, etc)
2: Birth certificate.
**Both the last name and address must match on the minor & guardian's ID's**
-If these do not match, we will require proof of guardianship via adoption, legal guardian documents, divorce paperwork/decree, etc.
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**Minor ID is required for all appointments and subsequent follow-up visits.
Cancellations
We ask that you please reschedule or cancel your piercing appointment at least 24 hours before the beginning of your appointment or you may be charged a cancellation fee of $25.00.
No Show Protection
At the time of booking, you are required reserve your appointment with a Credit Card. This information is stored only temporarily on the secured Square booking site for purposes of "No Show Protection". If you do not show up to your appointment, are more than 10 minutes late, or do not have a VALID ID, you will be subject to a $25 fee and be asked to re-book your appointment time.
FAQs
How much does a Tattoo Cost?
You will be charged for your tattoo based on the duration of the actual time getting the piece. Our artists charge by the hour and the hourly rate is between $150 - $200 per hour (Hourly rate varies by artist). If your tattoo takes less than 1 hour, our shop minimum will apply. The standard shop minimum is $150.
What if I want a very small Tattoo?
For all tattoos that take your artist less than 1 hour to complete, you will be charged the shop minimum of $150. As an extra benefit to our clients, our artists offer you the ability to receive more than one small tattoo during your session and still only be charged the shop minimum if the duration of getting the pieces remains under 1 hour.
Why do I have to leave a deposit?
We require a deposit at the time of scheduling your Tattoo appointment. This deposit gets applied to the total cost of the tattoo at the end of your final session. Your appointment is not only a promise of your time to your artist, but it's also a agreement your artist makes to you to reserve that time and design your piece.
Are deposits refundable?
Your appointment is not only a promise of your time to your artist, but it's also a agreement your artist makes to you to reserve that time and design and deliver your piece. It is our policy that you may change or cancel your appointment and receive a full reimbursement as long as you do so 72 hours in advance (as much advance notice as possible is preferred).
The 72 hour advance notice is what we consider a 'reasonable' amount of time to allow your artist to attempt to fill that hole in their schedule if you are unable to keep your appointment. Our Tattoo artists are independent contractors that do not receive an hourly wage and are only paid based on the work they do. If you cancel your appointment, they are left with a gap in their day which can result in a loss of income.
How much does a Piercing Cost?
Exact piercing service pricing is listed under the 'piercing' page. Our pricing is broken down into two elements:
1: The Service; Piercing service pricing starts at $40 and goes up from there depending on the piercing. On standard piercings (non-genital, surface, etc) we offer a discount making subsequent piercings (up to 3 in a session) $25 each.
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2: The jewelry; We offer a variety of high-quality jewelry at all price points! We want to ensure each client has the opportunity to find the perfect piece at a reasonable price. Our basic implant-grade titanium jewelry generally starts at around $34 and goes up from there... Authentic gems and gold obviously being at a higher price point.
Can I bring my jewelry to the piercing appointment?
Unfortunately, we often cannot pierce with jewelry purchased at other studios or retail locations. If we are able to verify the quality of the metal and the jewelry was purchased at a reputable studio, we may be able to use it. However, it is up to the piercer's discretion.
Can I share my jewelry with a friend or family member?
The short answer is 'no'. If you have purchased and inserted jewelry from our studio, you will not be able to reuse that jewelry for a friend or family member. Worn jewelry can degrade and there is a risk of biological contamination that could be introduced to fresh piercings.