It depends on the person and their personal pain tolerance. It is slightly uncomfortable for some clients – like a stinging/waxing type of sensation. Topical numbing cream is used prior and during procedure.

Unfortunately, no. Please note – VA State Law states no one under the age of 18 is permitted inside cosmetic tattoo salons, so please do not bring children to your appointment. Service Animals are the only animals allowed inside the studio.

Per the VA State Board we do not perform cosmetic tattooing on pregnant OR nursing/breastfeeding women due to risk of infection. Additionally, hormones released while pregnant and nursing can cause poor retention, excessive bleeding, and increased pain levels and therefore we do not perform these services for breastfeeding women.

Please let us know of any medical conditions or allergies you have BEFORE booking an appointment. All allergies, food, environmental and otherwise that MUST be stated on your intake paperwork. Health conditions that may DISQUALIFY you include diabetes, keloid scarring, herpes, or other infectious diseases, active rosacea or psoriasis, acne in the brow area, and auto-immune diseases or health conditions where you are prone to easy bleeding. If you are on any steroid medications, Accutane, Retin-A or other strong retinols, blood thinners, (including aspirin regiments) currently receiving chemotherapy, have had any intense chemical peels, lasers, facials, botox, latisse or lash growth serums on the treatment area, other facial treatments, or are currently sunburned, you will need to wait a certain period of time before receiving microblading services. Please contact Katie for details BEFORE booking! Clients who are not a candidate due to an item listed above, and come to an appointment anyways will be charged 50% of their service and turned away.