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Tattoo guides

Everything to know before, during and after your tattoo - from pricing and styles to aftercare and how to check your artist is licensed.

Pricing

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Pricing

How much does a tattoo cost in the UK?

UK tattoo prices explained - hourly rates, minimum charges, what drives the cost, and how to get an accurate quote.

5 min read

Safety & standards

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Safety & standards

Is your tattoo artist licensed? How to check

Every UK tattoo studio must be registered with its local council. Here's how to check your artist is licensed, insured and hygienic.

4 min read

Before you book

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Before you book

What is a tattoo consent form?

Before any tattoo you'll sign a consent form and a short medical questionnaire. Here's what they cover and why they matter.

3 min read
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Before you book

How to choose the right tattoo artist

Portfolio, style, reviews and hygiene - how to pick a tattoo artist you'll trust with permanent work.

4 min read

Aftercare

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Aftercare

How long does a tattoo take to heal?

A fresh tattoo looks healed long before it actually is. The healing stages, typical timelines and how to care for it.

5 min read

Styles

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Styles

Tattoo styles explained

Fine line, realism, traditional, blackwork and more - a quick tour of popular tattoo styles to help you choose.

6 min read