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Essential Ink Body Art

4.6 (187 reviews)
ModerateTattoo, Piercing
Open • 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Kaylin H.

@lucyrutherfor07 Did her absolute BEST on my Tattoo!!! For my 18th birthday I wanted a spider tattoo and my cousin that passed initials, and Lucy did an absolute stunning job. I recently got a touch up and I am super satisfied by her kindness and great energy :). Thank You Lucy for your amazing work!!!

A sea turtle- Artist: Luke
'Michelle S.

I've had several tattoos and piercings done at Essential Ink Body Art, and each experience has been fantastic. The artists are incredibly welcoming, making you feel at ease right away. The atmosphere is relaxed yet professional, with a great vibe that makes it easy to trust the process. Whether it's a tattoo or piercing, they deliver top-notch work. Highly recommend!

Jose H.

I made my appointment with Luke, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish! Friendly staff, warm environment, and awesome art work!! I will definitely return for future work and will 100% recommend this shop to others. Luke did 2 pieces on me in one sitting, but as of now I'll included one of them. An absolute 10/10

Lucy R. creating a beautiful Beauty & the Beast custom stained glass collar.
Jami N.

I've been to Essential Ink a few time to be tattooed by Lucy R. and she's AMAZING... She really takes the time to creates masterpieces (for me at least) from my vague descriptions and general ideas to put together exactly what I have pictured in my head even with my poor descriptions... Not only that but she's fast and light handed while still being able to really pack in the color and clean line work... I've been tattooed by some heavy handed people so hers are so much easier to sit for and when you're in the chair for 4-5 hours that makes all a huge difference... I highly recommend Lucy R. For any of your tattoo need she cares about her customers and goes the extra mile (or 10) to give you whatever you can dream up... Plus it's a clean and well kept shop with great conversation, Lucy and I can chat for hours... 5 Stars I will definitely be back!!! She just did my collar I'll post pics once it's healed...

The least painful tattoo I've ever had done! Artist: Lucy
Estrella P.

Lucy LUCY LUCY!!! That's my go to tattoo artist from here on out! So amazingly kind and abundantly talented! CANT wait to schedule my next tattoo with her! The shop is clean and organized super safe location and environment.

Upper helix piercing by Midori
Josh B.

Had an excellent experience with getting helix piercing by Midori! Absolutely amazed by the process and how little it hurt! Highly recommend piercings by Midori!

Spencerrrrr!!!!! He covered up my ex husbands name and help me start a new chapter in my life .... Thank you so much for getting the best cover up I could have had !!

Nose pierced
Paulene M.

I had an excellent experience today. Lucia and Jacob were helpful when I came in for a nose piercing. Jacob was thorough with educating me on the care of my piercing and he was patient because I was nervous during the process. Thank you Lucia and Jacob.

The redrawn tatto mic
Carmen P.

From a silly little old fashion mic doodle of mine, to an actual tattoo that my dad got for his birthday. He is so ecstatic, and hoping to go in again soon. I would like to thank Dom for the redraw and patience he had for the both of us! He also did my ram for my son very skilled!

Amanda W.

I love Lucy! I have been to her several times now and I have felt so comfortable and heard every time. She is an incredible artist and an incredible person. I really couldn't say enough good things about her. Sometimes tattoo artists can be intimidating but she is anything but that. She is very welcoming and comforting.

double tragus
Breanne H.

Got a double tragus done by Modey, and she was so awesome! Called ahead to schedule and let her know that my ears are a little weird, and when I got there she geeked out and helped me choose what was best for my anatomy she was super helpful and nice and I'm definitely looking forward to more piercings with her in the future. thanks Modey!!

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Ascelin P.

Had Lucy do a friendship tattoo last minute and she did amazing! She went above and beyond not only making us feel comfortable but also with art!! Will definitely be coming back

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10/10 place simple quick and easy and the environment is very calm and great service from the piercers

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I got my nose pierced by Lala who was soso sweet and made me feel very comfortable :)

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Great experience. Shop is clean and well lighted. Lucy is an amazing artist and she did a wonderful job. She is a sweetheart too! Thank you

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Ask the Community - Essential Ink Body Art

Do you do Friday 13 tattoos?

It's my daughters 17th birthday and she wants to get her belly button pierced. Do I need to make an appointment and around how much does a belly button piercing cost?

Hi. Sorry for the delayed response.....unfortunately it is the piercers day off today.....she will be in the rest of the week between 12 and 8, and the cost is $40

Would I be able to start off with a ring if I got a conch piercing?

It would be best to call or come by shop to speak to the piercer since several things are to be considered… 

I have one piercing on each ear. I'd liked to add 7 piercings, 3-4 may be considered cartilage. I just want this done to one ear. What is a round about price I would be looking at?

I'm sorry we missed this question...please call or come by and speak with Midori. She is in 12-8pm mon,wed-sat.… 

What do you recommend for keloids?

I'm sorry we missed this question...please call Midori or come by the shop so she can assess your issues and help you further.… 

Hi there! my mom and my sister are looking for a tattoo place that can tattoo them before my sister goes away to college. My sister is 17, if my mom is present (getting it with her) and is there to consent is can you tattoo her? thanks so much!

Hello! I'm sorry, the laws have changed in California.....no one can be tattooed under 18 even with parental consent....sorry about that

How much would both earlobes be and a nose piercing, and does that include the jewelry? Would you need a birth certificate if you are under 18, even if your parent is with you?

Hi! The lobes are 25 total for both, and the nose is 40. So $65 total, and that includes jewelry. If you are under 18, you just need a parent that has his or her ID with you.

How much would it be for a conch/cartilage piercing?

That would be 40

How much would it cost for a nose and a belly button piercing?

Hi! You'd be looking at 40 for each

What kind of metal is the jewelry that is used when getting your nipples pierced by you & do you just use the same kind of barbell on everyone's nipples?

The barbells are stainless steel, and the size will depend on the nipple tissue

Do you guys have retainers for after I get my septum pierced? I heard those are easier to keep flipped up and I wanna be able to hide it while it's healing? Also, are they the same price as a regular horseshoe styled one?

We are currently out of stock of the retainers but you wouldnt be able to wear one until your piercing is healed in about 6 weeks. Our starter jewelry is easy to flip up and stays in place while you are healing.

Do you guys do septum piercings often?

All the time! $45 which includes the jewelry

How much is it for nipple piercings?

They are 45, or both for 80

How much for a upper frenulum or smiley piercing?

We can do those for 40

What is your shop minimum?

Our shop minimum is 80

Can you guys pierce a septum with a seamless ring? I like the 8mm seamless rings for a septum but, I see a lot of people getting the u-shaped or horseshoe ring as their first.

We definitely recommend starting with the horseshoe first

How much is it for a septum piercing?

45....come on in!

How much does it cost for a lip piercing?

Hey Kayla....youre looking at $40

A rough estimation of the price range for an hour of tattooing?

Hi David.....typically we charge 100 per hour

How much is a conch piercing tho?

That will run you 40

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Review Highlights - Essential Ink Body Art

“I've gotten a couple tattoos from the co owner Luke Pytlic and have gotten several piercings from the other owner Midori Ramsey.”

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