I will only go here for my tattoos. Maya is a fantastic artist. I love her work. She recently did a tribute to my 20 year old cat that passed away on 4/1 and did an outstanding job. Thank you again Maya read more

I had my nose pierced here by andrew last week. Over this past week, I was having some problems with my piercing (100% MY FAULT). I called this morning and despite having a full schedule andrew was able to squeeze me in. He is genuinely one of the coolest dudes I've met. He is super chill and explains things well. If you plan on getting any piercings I would recommend. read more

Andrew is the best! Super kind and helped me with my piercing on short notice. Awesome

I put in a very small septum ring in my piercing - on my own. It was really tight and I was worried about infections or anything bad happening. Andrew took it out and he was so nice about it. He really took the time to help me. Totally recommend! read more

My sister and I went in to get matching memorial tattoos for our late father. It was my first and my sister's second. Interestingly enough, my sister had gotten her first tattoo from the same tattoo studio in 1998 when they were in old town. Simply, we had the best experience. I actually decided to get a nose ring while there. Lucy, our artist, was extremely talented, and I already have my next tattoo in mind (with her, of course). I currently forget the gentleman's name who pierced my nose (Michael perhaps?) but he was very pleasant and sits next to Lucy. Overall, I'm extremely pleased with the experience and I not only recommend but urge anyone who has been tattoo or piercing curious to just go for it! read more

I had my nose pierced like about two days ago and i was nervous because i thought it would hurt but the piercing dude assured me that it was all about mentality and when the needle went through it didnt hurt at all, guy was super cool and profesional, i love my nose stud‼ read more

Excellent tattoo artists at this old school establishment. Professional, great attitudes, down to earth with no ATTITUDE like other places I've visited. "Maya" did my art work today and what a FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE, saying THANK YOU isn't enough.. I WILL BE BACK , HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED read more

In The Skin Studios - Cross with Symbol if you know you know - Tattoo Near Me - Pasadena, California

I went in for a double earlobe piercing and it was very simple/straightforward and the people there were really nice! I got my ears pierced by Anya (@anyaarts on instagram) and she was really patient with me the whole time like I wanted the earlobes to be even to my preference and she didn't mind marking the area over and over again until I was satisfied! (was very sanitary the whole time and made sure everything was sterile) Overall, a good experience for me, 5/5! I did NOT get a tattoo though so don't come for me about that... In terms of earlobe piercings, definitely would go again! Side Note: Don't get it at Claire's.. please--go to this place (it's much more professional and they know what they're doing) One more side note: You can choose the earring so like I picked what pair I got! read more

In The Skin Studios - me, happy after the operation - Tattoo Near Me - Pasadena, California

First tattoo ever! I was introduced to Buddy through his family member. I am NOT a person you'd expect to walk into a tattoo shop. I wanted a fine line set of bracelets to give me a permanent set of jewelry I can't lose or have taken away from me. I'm able to include a myriad of sentimental items as I continue through my life. He Is Greater Than I is the connection for all of my work and placing it on my underside of my arm allows me to feel His work through me. The green beads are representations of the four members of my family. My husband and I are May and my kids are August (all greens!). The cross draping on my hand is my most sentimental piece of this tattoo. It is a replica of a pendant that my husband purchased as my first piece of jewelry. Buddy added color to the heart and I'm so proud to have it with me forever now. I asked Buddy to include the I Love You sign since I've worked the past 30 yrs in ASL. I never want to lose my connection to the Deaf World and he fit it beautifully in. The leaves line break up any chain or straight line bracelet. No color was added, but most likely when I return for more additions, I will have them colored and add flower buds. Buddy is kind, gentle and supportive. Looking forward to adding on or even coming up with another tattoo in the future. read more

In The Skin Studios - Bracelet tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Maya has the most gentle touch in the industry. She is creative and exact and I couldn't be happier with her art. The bat was a refresh and the orca was the new addition. read more

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Just got my eyebrows pierced. Awesome dude who attended me. While I was getting the eyebrow pierced he kept me calm asking me questions. Nice dude. 10/10 recommend coming here. I forgot the name of the guy but very cool guy. I asked a lot of questions and always got an answer. read more

I absolutely love this place. This shop is located in beautiful Pasadena, California. I first encountered this great shop while searching for places that did piercings. Andrew assisted me, and less than a year later, I returned for a tattoo. Andrew did such an amazing job. Everyone that works at that shop is awesome. Super cool and extremely friendly. I have returned several times for tattoos. Great value for superior quality work. I have found my place. Thanks Andrew. Amazing work. read more

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Andrew is a gem to In The Skin Sudios! Took my daughter to see him & he was very kind to us. Wasn't pushy with anything....just helpful with piercing information & aftercare. Helped my daughter immensely to get some relief with new bars. This may not sound all that impressive, but I am telling you, he is your guy if you're getting pierced. Thank you so much, Andrew! mucho appreciation. read more

I had an appointment on a Sunday afternoon, and last minute I had to push it back 15 min-- Andrew was easy going and flexible. He told me I could even come later if I wanted, with no worries. After we got there at our new appointment time, he asked if he could do a walk in-piercing before my appt, and because we weren't in a time crunch, I said it was fine. After that, he was ready with my tattoo art that I'd brought to the first meeting, and the whole process was really quick for my one word tattoo(about 1/2 hour total). In The Skin Tattoo is a down to earth establishment and so are the people who work there. Andrew did a great job on my first ever tattoo. He told me what he was going to do before he did it, and I felt comfortable and at ease. It was a fun experience, (minus the tattoo shading pain, :). If I ever get another tattoo in LA- I'd go back here to Andrew for sure. Cheers. read more

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I'm coming back to this review because I seriously cannot write enough good things. Maya just did another incredible tattoo for me last night and it is absolutely exquisite. I couldn't be happier with this art and more impressed by how incredibly talented she is. The thing is, she is also just a magnificent person in general! She's hilarious and so interesting to talk to, and made me feel so comfortable (I hadn't eaten much so I was getting restless towards the end, and Maya gave me breaks and engaged me in some of the best conversation). She is so thoughtful and caring. I will never get a tattoo by anybody else! I absolutely adore Maya as an artist and person, and it's worth it to get a tattoo just to be able to meet her. The shop itself is also very clean, everyone there is so kind and welcoming. I couldn't ask for more in a shop or an artist!!!! read more

In The Skin Studios - Tattoo by Maya last night - Tattoo Near Me - Pasadena, California

This review is for Buddy & Maya! Thank you so much Buddy for putting my dad's initials in Ink with a heart for a low low cost and being so kind during this hard time in my life. You guys are great! I'll be back soon Definitely a chill setting and great down to earth people read more

In the Skin is one of those places where you can imagine old-school sailors and bikers going to get their skull tats done. In reality, it's that and more. work Unlike some newer places with hipster vibes, this place is super straightforward and does quality work for very fair prices. I've had Maya do 2 tattoos for me and my husband got a great piece done by Anya. Pasadena is lucky to have a great institution like this! read more

After several years thinking about my first tattoo, I finally made an appointment with Buddy. I couldn't be happier! My tattoo is exactly what I wanted and so beautiful!! Buddy was patient, knowledgeable, and friendly. Thank you so much for an above and beyond experience for my first tattoo!! read more

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My Artist was Buddy. Easy to make an appointment on a Sunday. We texted back and forth to save time on the day of the appointment. He made me feel comfortable and we is really easy going. His working area is clean and takes needles out of packages. His hand isn't really heavy. I had some scars covered and covered an old tattoo on my left lower back. His price is a bit expensive but he does a great job. Can't go cheap on something permanent. They accept cash and plastic for payment. There's parking in the rear of the building. 1 hour parking in the street. Will be returning for sure. read more

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Maya is amazing! This place is clean and well organized and professional. She's a true artist, very talented. She told me everything she was doing and explained every step of the process. Put me at ease. Extremely clean establishment which is so important. Thanks Maya! read more

Never going here again "buddy" the artist, I felt waited to the end of the session to tell me a three inch tattoo would cost $400. He printed the google photo I sent him. Then, he wouldn't even tattoo it above my elbow like I wanted. Totally killed my vibe and let him tatt my tricep. I would've saved that skin for something else but idk we'll see. I created this account just to share a Terrible experience. read more

The best! I wish I could give 100000 stars. So happy with the results and will be a repeat customer. Top-shelf talent, friendly and approachable, down-to-earth people running this really fun place. read more

In The Skin Studios - Heraldry tattoos by Andrew. Phenomenal stuff. - Tattoo Near Me - Pasadena, California

Got my tattoo here about 6 or 7 years ago. Still love it. Friendly employees, just walk in! So sorry I forget the name of the guy who did my tattoo but he's the Asian guy. Anyway whenever I go back to California and want another tattoo, I'm coming here. Trust no one else! read more

Andrew was my piercer here and I'm really happy with how everything turned out. I got my lobe pierced and he was super accommodating and made it a priority that I was comfortable! It was 25$ for one lobe which is a great price compared to other piercing places. Super cool place and will definitely come back for my other piercings. read more

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I've been here 3 times all for nose piercings and the piercer Andrew is AMAZING!! He's so kind and makes me and my friends feel super comfortable during the entire process. Checking on us and talking us throughout the whole experience. He's done all 3 of my nose piercings and i've had no problems with any of them. The price is also super fair not too expensive! Would definitely recommend to anyone (and have!) 10/10 experience!! read more

Was pierced by Andrew. Double lobe, one side and basically painless, I've had paper cuts hurt more. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted and assisted. They're professional and polite. I'm pleased with the placement of my piercings. read more

Went to In the skin on a recommendation from a friend. I was impressed with the talent level of Andrew and the professionalism of both Maya and Andrew. I am more than happy with my tattoo additions on my anklet. Andrew is my new tattoo artist!! read more

In The Skin Studios - Letters representing my kids names with a heart in the middle. - Tattoo Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Four years ago Buddy did an amazing job with two cover ups and since has done some touch ups to my other work. I was so impressed with his work that I asked him to add to my cover up on my back and he has been amazing. Buddy is almost compled the work on my back. This journey with Buddy has been cool and once it's done. I will ask him to help pick out the art work to use for the next project. I also want to add that Buddy is also working on my son since he turned 18. My son has some really great work done by Buddy and every time my son comes home on leave from the Navy Buddy makes time to work on him by working him in to his schedule to synchronize with his leave. Buddy is worth every cent of his price. I'm adding some pics of Buddy's progress on my back. read more

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My sister and I were tattooed by Andrew in October of 2020 it was my first tattoo I was very nervous, but Andrew was super friendly and made me feel not so nervous. The shop it self was very clean and sanitized properly which was a HUGE + for us! Our tattoos came out beautiful we love them definitely would recommend this place and Andrew to my friends! read more

i went in on a whim, but was met with an amazing experience. i had andrew as my piercer and he did my septum. i tend to get lightheaded from the feeling of needles, and andrew got me water and let me lay down for as long as i needed to afterwards. i'm planning a tattoo and will definitely be coming here. read more

In The Skin Studios - septum - Tattoo Near Me - Pasadena, California

Andrew did an amazing job and it's exactly what I wanted! I am a nurse and this means "Faith, Hope and Love"! It didn't hurt a bit especially being on the back of my necK!! read more

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So I had this ugly old tattoo on my hand and no one wanted to help me fix it but Buddy was willing to take on the task and he did a great job. Definitely will be back. read more

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BUDDY took great care of me as a walk in and I am super happy with not only the cleanliness of the place, but the expediency is which the work was carried out and completed, given that I had TWO tattoos done at once! Will be back again, I am sure! (mum won't be too happy about it though!) read more

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This is the 2nd place I saw to write a review about In The Skin, so sorry for the re-post... This place is pretty cool. Went there for my treble clef note tat, located behind my right ear, about 6 years ago. I give them 4 stars because, for one, Yelp doesn't have a 3.5 star and two the guy didn't have the ability to (or didn't want to) put much detail in the rose, so I had to compromise and just have a basic red flower. It kind of took away the meaning behind the reason for getting a rose though... I'm from Pasadena, City of Roses, and my music label is called Roze Bowl Records, hence the treble clef note..... aaaand I had to wait for about 45 min's to an hour. But whatever. I get many compliments still soooo, 4 stars it is..... Plus the dude was laid back and was pretty fast at inkin' me up... took about 10 min's. The price was a little steep for my taste, fo' sho'.... My tat isn't bigger than a quarter and it ran me $75 bucks! In the wise words of Chris Tucker & Ice Cube in Friday, "....DAAAAMMNNN!!!!" I just told myself it included his tip, to help ease the pain of the price & my sore ear. They do piercings too and have other artists there who are just as talented, if not more, depending on what you request. Even though I wasn't 100% pleased with my tat, I saw some really nice work being done around me....which makes me think my artist just had an off day or some 'iiish like that because...... ...I looked on their site to see which guy had the privilege of marking my body up... and his name's Max, whom I suppose, is famous for marking Britney Spears' body up as well....is that a good or bad thing?!...lol Anyways, this place is worth a go, even with it being a bit pricey and ole dude's off day. I posted a pix of my tat. check it out! read more

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I Always come here to get my tattoos All the guys here are great and super nice. Buddy always works on me. Great price ranges, very flexible and convenient timing. They always work with you. All employees work with care and in a steady pace. Wouldn't want to go anywhere else. read more

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I always see this shop on my way home from dropping my daughter off. One evening, I decided to check it out to kill some time and avoid rush hour traffic. Walked in, spoke to Andy. Started throwing some ideas around, and left placing a payment for a drawing. Andy's professional and artistic mannerism speaks for itself. Once Andy had a drawing done, I wasn't to sure on some of the elements, but he asked pertinent questions and ultimately I let him, the artist, go to work. The final product shared on the site of a no border cross with images inside came out better than what I had expected. Andy has a keen eye for grays that is up there. Not only does Andy do good work, but his professionalism and artistry is such, that he takes personal pride and ownership for what he places on your skin. I came back to get some shading and color done, and he even touched up my ribs piece free of charge. Once I healed, I noticed that the cross was uneven. Andy had me come in and explained, and proved to me that the measurements were accurate, pointing out that my shoulder blade creates a curvature, making the cross seem off. He gave me the option of adding a border, which would eliminate the illusion, but would take away from the uniqueness of the piece. He showed me what it would look like with a border and ultimately I decided to keep my tattoo as I had originally envisioned it. All of this was done free of charge and essentially on Andy's own dime. That seems to be the nature of Andy's professionalism. I would and have happily recommended Andy to my family and friends for their pieces. Happy tattooing! read more

In The Skin Studios - No Border Cross, with 3 images Tattoo by Andy. - Tattoo Near Me - Pasadena, California

Tattoos are just like chips. You can never just get 1. Came here a few years ago and got a piece from Anthony. Not my first but it was the first that I really liked. Been coming through a few times a year and has always came out better than expected. I highly recommend this shop. Lots of other great artists here as well. Check them out. Won't be disappointed. read more

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Went in today for the Friday the 13th special with my boyfriend and we got there at 5:01pm and signed in but weren't helped until 7pm. We thought about leaving but I had my heart set on the tattoo. The "boss" let others go before us, and those people came in after us. We sat right in front so they would notice we were waiting. It's like signing in didn't do anything because we got there before the people that were helped. My boyfriend and I have been tatted there on multiple occasions but I think I will take my business else where. In the end, the small $31 tattoo was not worth the 2 hour wait like I hoped. It truly was a disappointment. read more

Had my 2nd thru 5th tat done here. Buddy worked on my latest today and has lots of creativity. I came in with a vague idea of what I wanted, he gave great suggestions of how to make it better and drew up an awesome sketch. Gentle hand and quick. Very reasonable prices, especially for the type of quality they provide. Will definitely go bsck for my next in the future. Also, just took my 19 yr old cousin for a nose piercing. Very clean, and nice selection of gems for her. 40 bucks and an easy poke later and she's the happiest I've seen here. Come here for the piercings, don't trust the cheap dirty places that will get you infected, come to the pro here. read more

In The Skin Studios - What Buddy made for me - Tattoo Near Me - Pasadena, California

Andy did all of my tattoos and he is awesome and is a great artist he goes above and beyond with the work he does. The shop is clean and every one is friendly and talk to you the whole time. I would recommend this shop to anyone. Unfortunately Andy is no longer at In the Skin. read more

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