Frequently Asked Questions

Cincinnati Tattoo & Piercing doors are open for Walk-In Piercings and Tattoos Tuesday thru Saturday from 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Closed Sunday and Monday. *Walk-In Tattoos are subject to artist availability.

Cincinnati Tattoo & Piercing is located at 4951 Glenway Avenue. (1 block north of Cleves-Warsaw) in Western Hills. Parking lot is available for your convenience as well as free street parking on Ralph Avenue

Yes! We are proud to say that walk-in business is welcome. Walk-ins are serviced on a first come basis provided there is an artist available. Please call us at 513-921-3308, or message us via Facebook or Instagram if you have any questions or would like to inquire ahead of time.

Cash is the preferred method of payment because with cash, we retain 100% of its value. We sincerely appreciate the support of our independent business by paying with cash. Credit cards are accepted for a small surcharge. Please note, artist tip is not included in the price of services.

Absolutely! At Cincinnati Tattoo & Piercing Studio we use completely sterile equipment. Every instrument goes through a high pressure - high temperature autoclave which undergoes routine department of health regulated testing. Every single needle is sterile, never before used, individually wrapped, and opened right in front of you. Our tattoo & piercing stations are sanitized before and after every customer. Safety and cleanliness are one of our top priorities.

Yes, our services are done in private. Each room is a private space for a comfortable experience.

The minimum age for a tattoo is 16. The Ohio Board of Health requires that all minors (age 16-17) must come accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. We need an ID from the adult, an ID from the minor, and the minor's birth certificate. The name of the parent on the birth certificate must match the name on their ID. If the adult is a legal guardian, guardianship papers are required to prove legal guardianship. *This is a Board of Health requirement and by no means are we able to bend or break this rule. Adults, age 18 and up must have their ID to receive services, that's it!

When it comes down to it, that is what most people really want to know! Actually, getting a tattoo is not very painful nowadays because modern tattoo equipment is such that the needles go in and out of your skin very quickly. You'll be able to carry on a normal conversation while getting a tattoo

Hey, we get it! Plans change. We respect that your time is valuable and we ask that you provide us with the same respect by letting us know as soon as you discover that you will need to reschedule. This allows us time to fill your previously reserved spot as well as book a new appointment for your valued business in the future.

A deposit is collected at the time of consultation in order to secure your appointment time and ensure commitment. It is most artist’s policy that the deposit is non-refundable counts toward the total cost of tattoo services. Creating a custom tattoo design or modifying a provided design utilizes the artist’s time and materials to bring your vision to life. Depending on the size and difficulty of your idea, many hours can fill the creation process to ensure that the design meets your specifications. A deposit is needed in order to compensate the artist for their time and talent. *Artist’s deposit policies may vary so be sure to ask your artist if you have any questions.

That's okay! There is never any pressure to get a tattoo. Be sure to ask your artist for their cancellation policy, keeping in mind, deposits are Non-Refundable.

Yes. We can make a transfer and apply it to check the location and size.

Yes. We can correct tattoos from other shops and homemade tattoos.

Yes. We will work with you to get the right design to look good and not look like a cover up.

You will receive complete verbal aftercare instructions from your tattoo artist at the end of the tattoo appointment. Feel free to ask any related questions before during or after tattooing. If you think of a question after you leave or lost your aftercare information please give us a call at 513-921-3308 or visit the aftercare section on our website.

Everyone heals at their own pace. However, it usually takes 7 to 10 days.

No. If the supposed tattooer is currently not working in a licensed studio, they are not certified by the Board of Health. A tattoo studio must be licensed and inspected by the Board of Health regularly and the tattoo artist must be certified. BOOTLEG TATTOO ARTISTS CAN BE DANGEROUS FOR YOUR HEALTH.

Age requirements vary depending on the piercing desired.

Age 7-13+: Earlobes Only | Age 14-15+: Ear/Cartilage (except Daith) and Nostril | Age 16-17+: Eyebrow, Daith, Lip, Navel & Septum | Age 18+: No Restrictions

*Minor must also verbally consent that they would like the piercing performed. If the minor is unsure or appears too anxious your piercer will recommend trying again at a later time.

*The Ohio Board of Health requires that all minors (age 7 to 17) must come accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. We need an ID from the adult, an ID from the minor (State ID, Passport, School ID or Social Security Card), and the minor's birth certificate. The name of the parent on the birth certificate must match the name on their ID. If the adult is a legal guardian, guardianship papers are required to prove legal guardianship. *This is a Board of Health Law and by no means are we able to bend or break this law. Adults, age 18 and up must have their ID to receive services, that's it!

All jewelry in our studio is hypoallergenic, mill certified, implant grade titanium or gold (Nickel Free). Threading used is either internally threaded or threadless.

Piercings Offered: Conch, Daith, Earlobe, Eyebrow, Forward Helix, Flat Helix, Helix, Vertical Helix, Female Genital, Labret, Vertical Labret, Lip, Monroe, Navel, Nipple, Nose, Orbital, Philtrum, Rook, Septum, Tragus, Anti-Tragus

Piercings not offered at this time: Dermal/Surface, Male Genital, Industrial, Tongue (Jewelry Available)

Our piercing professionals are highly trained and the procedure is so quick that most people say it feels like a hard pinch.

Most piercings heal in approximately six to eight weeks however healing times may vary. Please refer to the aftercare page of our website, call us, or stop in if you have any questions.

Yes. Our professionally trained piercer will be happy to help with jewelry purchased from our studio. Depending on when you received the piercing, we will first check to ensure you are fully healed before assisting your with inserting your new jewelry. We stand by our services and for quality control reasons, we do not change jewelry purchased outside of the studio.

No, nor is it safe. Our piercing artists are certified by the state of Ohio to pierce with minimal discomfort and in a sterile environment.