Miss Bella was fabulous from our first email. Responsive, cool, and super talented, she was quite serious about getting my feedback and talking through our plan before we ever got started. I love the atmosphere in the studio, very open, clean, and again, private rooms that give you the opportunity to spread out and be comfy. Did I mention the reception desk? The young dude up front was so good, thoughtful, helpful. I will definitely come back to Bella in the future. read more

I saw LJ for a nose piercing and some jewelry. He's a pro and did a great job. Fern helped me find a perfect ring. They were both very nice, helpful and kind. read more

Reeeg was totally professional and chill. I was so grateful for his patience while I decided on location. He played some good music and made some good conversation. I also want to comment his line work is CLEAAAN!! everyone should get tatted my him! read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My friend and I booked appointments to get piercings at Laughing Buddha via their website, which was easy to navigate. We both booked with Colin O. right after one another. They do require your credit card details in case you miss your appointment. When I arrived, I scanned a QR code at the door to check in, and an employee welcomed me in. She was friendly and helpful in explaining what to expect for my appointment. You select the jewelry in the display cases, and the prices can add up rapidly - depending on the type of jewelry you get. I got the most standard titanium ball x2 and they charge separately for the backing for each piece. I appreciate that they show you the receipt ahead of time for full transparency, but it was still a bit of sticker shock. In total, my two lobe piercings + lowest-cost jewelry pieces & components added to about $150. Sanitation wise, they are completely solid. They showed me a small strip they used to ensure equipment is properly sanitized. You are also required to scan a QR code to sign a digital waiver form, and once that's completed, Colin greeted me for the appt. He was professional and friendly, and the overall process was pretty quick! I would recommend this spot. read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was with friends and I like my piercing. but the bar for my piercing was 2/3 sizes too small. week one was okay. week two it started to hurt. I didn't start healing until I ultimately went to a different shop and they wondered why it wasn't swapped out immediately if they knew and told me before I left that it was too small. Now it's starting to heal properly. read more

Laughing Buddha has always been great to me. I have used them several times over the years for tattoo and piercing services. The shop has a very hip and peaceful vibe about it. I really like it. Every station is impeccably clean, the shop is clean, and they have fantastic jewelry that they have on sale there as well. I will warn you, their prices for jewelry and services are not cheap, but you are paying for the quality! Also, as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I felt very welcomed here. I really appreciated that. The staff is always super nice and friendly. They are always willing to answer questions for me, and alleviate my concerns. I have had both my nose pierced, ears pierced, and an arm tattoo done here. They all turned out great. The tattoo artist that I had no longer works in Seattle, sadly, but my piercers for my nose and ears were Colin and Lil' John. They were both great. They knew I was anxious and they were great about alleviating concerns. Overall, I definitely recommend Laughing Buddha for your tattoo and piercing needs. I have had great experiences there, and I plan on going back for more services in the future. read more

I came here to get a checkup for a 1+ year old lobe piercing which was stubbornly not healing in one ear (I got the piercing at a different studio). There was a short wait when I got there, but the woman at the reception explained to me up front that I may have to wait 15-20 minutes (a larger party was getting pierced together right before me), and showed me to a pretty comfortable waiting area with couches and free wifi to hang out while I waited. They also provide the quote for the service up front, which I appreciate! Once the party before me was finished, Lynn (the piercer I booked with) came out to the waiting area and called me in. She was able to diagnose the problem very quickly -- a suspected issue with the material in my original piercing post -- and switched it out for a much higher quality post. The whole process took maybe 5 minutes at most. Lynn was really nice, efficient, and knowledgeable, and let me know to reach out to her on IG if I had any more issues and to come back to check on it in 1-2 months. Great service all around! Will definitely be back, hopefully to buy some jewelry when my piercing finally heals! read more

I came in for a piercing and the process from booking to getting my piercing was super smooth. I booked with Colin and have no regrets! You have to check in to your appointment through a QR code on the front door before they let you in to browse the jewelry selection (don't look like a dummy like me in trying to pull the doors before seeing the code). Someone will let you in and explain the jewelry selection that they have. From what I know, the prices for titanium ear piercings (I chose this) were fairly standard compared to other places. Once I chose my jewelry, I filled out an online form and waited for my piercer. Once Colin took me back to the piercing room (very clean room), he walked me through the process and explained in depth what to do and not do with a new piercing. I was able to ask him some questions about my existing cartilage piercing and I'm so grateful that I got some advice on it! My piercing process was quick and painless and I highly recommend Colin for any piercings. read more

I just moved to Seattle and wanted to get a tattoo to mark the occasion. My sister told me about this place, and I'm so glad I listened! From the first consultation to the last bit of ink, the whole process was super easy and chill. The shop is clean, the vibe is relaxed, and everyone there is really friendly. My artist, Rae, absolutely nailed it. Rae took my idea, added some amazing touches, and the final result is honestly better than I imagined! If you're in Seattle and want a great tattoo without the stress, this is definitely the place to go. I'm already thinking about what to get next. read more

This was my first piercing and it couldn't have gone any smoother. Alex was so patient and knowledgeable, helping me choose the appropriate jewelry for my piercings. I can't say enough about Lynn. They were very professional and efficient. They explained the whole procedure, and put me at ease. The facility is clean, and the sterilization process is explained. I highly recommend them. read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very professional and well run shop. I had a great experience with Lil John: he was friendly, knowledgeable, skilled and very professional. The entire process for my piercing was under an hour. In the future if I'm looking for another piercing they'll be the first choice. Thanks and keep doing great work! read more

This is mine and my partner's go to piercing shop! We travel all the way from Lynnwood just to go here. Their piercers are wonderful and do a fantastic job, their prices are super reasonable, and they have a great jewelry selection. read more

I went in to get two conch piercings (double conch) in one ear. I have a low pain tolerance and unfortunately have not had a good piercing experience prior to coming here so was very anxious. Colin did an amazing job of keeping me calm and was great at keeping me informed during the process. He was super quick with it and while yes it was painful I don't think I could've found a better experience anywhere else. The piercings are healing well and they look exactly as I'd hoped. Place was very clean and everyone there was very welcoming and realistic when it came to pricing and long term piercing plans. read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Double conch piercing (tragus and helix were done elsewhere) - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I had a really good experience at laughing Buddha. Got myfirst ink yesterday. My artist Rae was amazing to work with. Very professional and very nice. She helped me with my design, even though it was simple. I'm really happy with the way my tattoos came out. And I will definitely use Rae and laughing Buddha again. Highly recommend them. read more

Great place for piercings! Prices are high, but everything is clean and organized. They have phone chargers in the waiting room too! The staff is all very nice, and helpful. Book your appointment ahead of time, online. You have to buy the jewelry for piercings from them, but you can ask them to show you the most affordable section of jewelry. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a spot for piercings! read more

I got my earlobes pierced here and it was super easy and painless! The selection of piercings they have is pretty big and there's a wide range of prices. Everyone is really nice and my piercer (Colin) was helpful and explained the entire process to me and what to expect. I was pretty nervous going in since I've never gotten any piercings before but it was really quick and painless. They also take a lot of safety precautions like sanitizing all jewelry and covid precautions like using a mask and hand sanitizer. So far it's been a couple of weeks since I got the piercing and there's no sign of infection or irritation of any kind. It's healed up well and looks nice! read more

This was my first tattoo 50+ and I was very nervous but really wanted a anklet tattoo with three charms. Jenny was so incredibly gentle and sweet and made the entire experience awesome ! Already planning my next tattoo and loving my new art!! Such beautiful lines and art work just in awe ! read more

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Please read this before you get pierced elsewhere: Lynn is the septum whisperer, and we are lucky enough to have them grace us with their piercing prowess in the Seattle area. After not 1, not 2, but THREE failed and crooked piercings on my slightly deviated septum at another piercing place, I reached out to Lynn. Had a consult, followed by healing time with jewelry out, followed by repiercing. I'm still healing but the quality of the piercing is not even comparable to before. It's so much better that it is on an entirely different plane of existence. The jewelry sits much nicer, it's not crooked, it just looks aesthetic. I've also been pierced by Lil John I think 5 times now? He's great too! Highly recommend that you don't go anywhere else. And if you're getting your septum pierced, I actually insist you go see Lynn. read more

Had an amazing experience getting my first piercing at laughing buddha. Everything was incredibly clean and sterile. My piercer, Colin, thoroughly explained aftercare to me and I felt comfortable in his hands. The people at reception were also extremely friendly and easily guided me through everything I needed to fill out. read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Nose piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I created a new Gmail account just to leave this review. I didn't want to talk about my personal journey on my main account, but after the experience I had at Laughing Buddha, I couldn't keep it to myself. I've followed Lynn on TikTok for years, and their content on gender-affirming piercings and aftercare has had a profound impact on me. I'm a trans man, and after having metoidioplasty, UL, and implants five years ago, I'm grateful for the surgeries that helped me get the body I always wanted. But as we all know, surgery can come with its challenges. I had some complications and for a long time, I thought I was just stuck with the results, that this was the best I could do. I couldn't have been more wrong. I reached out to Lynn about the possibility of piercings, and the response was beyond anything I expected. We went back and forth over email for weeks--sharing ideas, discussing options, and getting into the details. Lynn's knowledge was on a level I hadn't seen before. In fact, they were more informed about my surgeries and aftercare than some of my own doctors. Throughout our conversations, Lynn not only validated my excitement about getting these piercings, but also my frustrations with certain outcomes from surgery. I felt truly seen, heard, and respected--something I rarely experience with medical professionals. I ended up driving over four hours for a consultation, and it was worth every mile. From the moment I arrived, Lynn and their team made me feel completely comfortable. They took the time to sit down with me in a private room, discuss my goals, talk about my surgical experiences, and even addressed my medical trauma to ensure I felt safe and supported. Honestly, I've never had a healthcare provider show this level of care and attention to detail, let alone ask the kind of questions they did. They made sure I had the space to ask anything, no matter how personal or uncomfortable. As a trans man, it was incredibly empowering to receive this kind of education and care from another trans person who genuinely understands what it's like. The whole team was professional, supportive, and compassionate. The staff up front were friendly and patient, even when I needed time to think through things and talk with my partner. The fact that the staff is also trans made the experience even more affirming--everyone shared their own insights about piercings and personal experiences, which created an amazing sense of community. This experience was life-changing. Laughing Buddha is more than worth the drive, and I'll be coming back with my partners for future piercings. The entire experience was top-notch, and I can't recommend it enough. If you're looking for a truly safe, supportive, and professional space, this is it. read more

This is my go-to place for piercings! I've seen Colin O three times (2 piercing appointments, one jewelry change) and LJ once. I've also gotten a tattoo here (Bella is amazing) which I love. My piercings always heal super well. Everything is clean and professional, and everyone who works there is super nice and helpful. 10/10 recommend - it's also amazing value for money considering the piercing fee compared to comparable piercing/tattoo shops. read more

Got my nose and ears done. Recommend by my sister and I'm happy I went! Staff was very kind and friendly. The piercer made me feel very comfortable. High quality jewelry! Only reason why it's four stars is because I paid $500 for 3 piercings (two titanium for my ear lobes at around $75 each and a sliver rainbow moonstone for my nose at $140) there is a large fee to get the actually piercings done, though as someone who makes commission myself I understand that but it just seems a bit high. But I will be returning in the future based on the great experience read more

What a wonderful place to finally get the tattoo I've been dreaming of for years. Laura did a FANTASTIC job of taking my jumble of ideas and turning them into a beautiful piece of art that I get to carry with me forever. The shop is taking every precaution to ensure safety during the pandemic. I felt totally safe during my visit. I can't wait to return! read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - My awesome bun tattoo by Laura - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Got my nostril pierced here last week. Colin was super quick with the piercing. it was just a tiny pinch & not painful at all. It got done in a few seconds while I was busy deep breathing He was also so patient & answered all my questions I also didn't feel any itching, redness or pain post piercing & a week into it, I feel it has been healing quite well without any problems The studio is so clean & the staff are so welcoming and they have a good selection of jewellery. Thanks Colin & Laughing Buddha I'm so glad I chose this place. read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Nostril Piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went in this past weekend for a single helix piercing for myself and a double helix for my friend. Very nice space, clean and professional! Jewelry was on the expensive side but comparable to other piercing shops in Seattle. Carlos the guest piercer was AMAZING!!! Such good conversation, very friendly, and made the experience quick and absolutely painless. Would love to see him back in the shop again! read more

Collin did my two nostril piercings, he made sure that it was both even. Couple months I came back and did change it to retainers again, he made sure that it is a right size. He is pretty knowledgeable and makes sure his client is comfortable. His costumer service is a top notch! Will for sure coming for future piercings! read more

I've gotten piercing here before... it's a very clean facility and makes the piercers seem knowledgeable. Would recommend if you're nervous about getting a piercing. I'm rating this place a 2 because the place is rather expensive, and the experience is like buying a car. They want to walk you around their display case full of jewelry and try to sell you something more than the basic jewelry needed for a new piercing. Also, their Post-Pandemic COVID policies still being in place is quite ridiculous at this point. Anyway, I'm writing this review today because I'm slightly bothered by the lack of customer service. I schedule an appointment with one piercer over 2 weeks ago and they decided to change my piercer without informing me. A simple call would have spared me the trip!! read more

Overall a nice tattoo and piercing parlor and a great option for college kids in the local UW area! Pros: * price conscientious staff, they're willing, open, and able to work with your budget * good variety of jewelry styles and metal types to choose from, including hypoallergenic options * you can set appointments * piercings typically go pretty quick, I was in and out under 30 minutes * patient staff - they let me browse for another half an hour to find the jewelry I like because I'm indecisive LOL Cons: * can get pretty busy, but make an appointment and you're golden * there isn't on site parking and street parking is limited and gets full fast; I'd recommend avoiding weekends if you can as that's when most students come in or parking further away and walking in a bit‍ read more

I have been pierced by both Colin and Lynn multiple times at Laughing Buddha and would heartily recommend either/both piercers. Both are exceptional at what they do, and will guide you through exactly what they are doing so there are no surprises. I had a few piercings done on my right ear with Colin, and recently started on my left ear with Lynn. I custom ordered some jewelry with Laughing Buddha last year (and it was a very pleasant experience working with the staff) to kickstart this project. I was super excited to work with Lynn to have the jewelry installed (including a tricky double-post Fei Long from BVLA) and they were very thorough in explaining what they were doing as they carefully pierced/installed the piece. Lynn also offered plenty of recommendations and advice on furthering the ear project with my anatomy's limitations in mind, and I can barely wait to keep working on this ear with them! Cannot recommend enough! read more

Amazing I am really happy with my tattoo I got at laughing Buddha m. I have also gotten a couple of piercings there. One of Seattle's great businesses! read more

What a professional and clean shop! The scheduling portal is easy and straight forward. I was able to schedule my double helix piercing for the next day. Very impulsive but very happy. They have a lot of guest piercers in addition to Lil' John and Collin s be sure to check them out, as well. Violet did mine and she was just lovely. A few weeks ago I went in to make sure I am healing on time and that appointment was with Lil' John. He assured me I was right where I should be and sent me on my way. Fast forward to this past weekend and my hair got wrapped around one of them. Yuck. This morning I woke up to discover my ear had eaten one of the studs. I definitely panicked but was able to get an appointment today. Spooky was just awesome. I have a longer post in one of them to allow for swelling room and hope to change it out in the next few weeks. This shop is immaculate with a really big selection of jewelry and full of amazing people. read more

I am so so glad I decided to book a piercing appointment here during my brief trip to Seattle. I honestly didn't even know that a piercing experience could be this good. Simple and to the point (no pun intended) and with such an amazing jewelry selection. Most importantly, the place is super clean, and the staff are so kind. I hope to travel back in the future to get more work done! read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - I got the rook and conch - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I made an appointment with Lynn to get my nipples pierced and I am SO happy I did. This is the type of piercing that made me a touch nervous to get so I did a lot of research on them, and I ultimately landed on this studio and Lynn. They made the process so comfortable and easy, and really soothed my worries. It was a very clean space without being too medical and nerve-wracking. The piercing process was extremely quick and easy, and I feel so happy with the result. It is a piercing, so yes it hurt, but not nearly as bad as expected and they turned out so nice! I could tell they really took pride in their craft. Definitely come here for piercings! read more

I'm a newbie to piercings since I had my lobes pierced as a baby. I was super nervous but coming here eased my anxiety. The receptionist and environment felt very calm, clean, and professional. They go by appointment, so after getting checked in and picking out my jewelry item, I waited in the waiting room until my piercer came to get me, we then went to an individual room for the actual piercing. My piercer (Lynn) put me at ease and walked me step by step through what she was doing. It was so much quicker and less painful than I even thought! (4/10 pain) I'm so happy with my new piercing and after about 3 weeks, it's healing pretty well. read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Tragus piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

If I could give more stars, I would. I've been hesitant about getting my nostrils pierced for several years, expecting I couldn't afford them or it would be too scary to do both. But Laughing Buddha was super affordable while still being extra safe! Everyone was so lovely, the front desk helped me pick out jewelry and were super knowledgeable. They helped me understand the sterile test and everything was so clean. Lil John did my piercings and he was so kind and helped me stay calm for my last minute jitters. It was quick! Not nearly as painful as I thought it would be. He was fast and efficient without making me feel rushed. The space is clean and cool, and I loved their options for multiple pronouns on the sign in paperwork! Definitely a trans friendly place. I could not recommend this place more. Will definitely be coming back -Olive :) read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Two nostril piercings by lil John - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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My experience at Laughing Buddha absolutely exceeded my expectations in terms of cleanliness, jewelry selection, and customer service. All their hygiene and covid procedures are so streamlined that you barely notice them, and they seriously go above and beyond. They have so many cute choices in terms of high quality studs for initial piercings, I actually had trouble deciding between a number of really good options. Not only was everyone working the front friendly and helpful, but Colin O. was also really nice and knowledgeable. I felt like I knew what to expect and understood what was going on during every step of the piercing process which was overall pretty quick and painless all things considered. He's also clearly great with people, so it's actually a pretty pleasant experience. I think there are a lot of good choices in the area but I would still definitely recommend Laughing Buddha and can't imagine going anywhere else for future piercings. read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here to get my conch pierced as well as a third piercing in my earlobe. From checking to picking out my jewelry, I never felt rushed. It was my first cartilage piercing and Steven helped me feel so comfortable and at ease with the process, explaining each step. The conch piercing barely hurt (would give it a 2/10) and the healing process hasn't hurt or caused issues either! The lobe piercing stung a bit more but that was expected. The piercings have been healing so well. They really emphasize hygiene and keep things very clean. Very happy with my experience. read more

Laughing Buddha Seattle - Conch/third lobe piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The pros: the piercer I saw is very knowledgeable, with great bedside manner. Piercing (nostril) was well done. The cons: it feels too elite. The focus is on gold and precious gem stones, and less of actually body modification. Lots of pressure to buy expensive jewelry, costing hundreds of dollars. They'll get the job done, but it's going to cost you an arm and a leg. read more

Went to the new location to try to get an emergency jewelry. The sign on the door says; you have to make an appointment just to make a purchase. That's ridiculous! I'm so disappointed and mad right now. I walked here for nothing. And wasted so much time out of my day. For an industry that takes care of people's bodies you would think they would be more accommodating. I really liked the old vibes of laughing Buddha but now it's all about the money. Maybe the new rules, had something to do with Covid had something to do with it idk. But still. read more

Love the shop and all the employees are amazing my piercer Lil john is amazing made the experience go well and when I needed help with the jewelry he made it fast and super ez love this place a lot Thank you all at laughing budda Seattle So so happy with my septum read more