Absolutely brilliant piercings and tattoos. By far the best around. Brilliant advice and wont do a…read morebad piercing. Helpful, friendly, informative and knowledgable staff!

I came here on the 29th of October in 2013, I know this because I got the date tattoo'd on my body,…read moreBUT I would've probably remembered it anyway because of the g money experience I had there. So I hopped on a plane to London one day on my own because I heard Drake say something about YOLO on the radio and I'm an impressionable teen. My hotel was a walk away from this tattoo studio so I thought "AYYYYY my dad hates tattoos let's get it started hot" and walked in wanting to get my first tattoo at a foreign place in commemoration of the day. Should've probably thought what I wanted to get through more, but spontaneity is a beast of burden in that way and as a result I had no idea what I wanted to get as an image to go with the date. Two wonderful, wonderful, chill as hell, beauties by the name of Mike & Anna (I THINK. I SUCK BALLS AT NAMES) were working and Mike sort of just went back and forth with me on what I wanted. Which I was really grateful for because it meant my tattoo would have more of a relation to the artist as well. We settled on a Poppy (nothing to do with remembrance day or anything I'm just a dumb tourist that saw it everywhere when I landed) and simple print date because I'm also a dumb hipster that likes minimalistic shit. Also holy shit I didn't even have an appointment and they were still like come on in! ANYWAY, I asked Mike to put it at a discrete location in case I needed to hide it from my parents or my workplace so it's on my side next to my left breast. The poppy's like my third nipple lol. I even got away with going completely naked to a bathhouse in Japan where tattoos are a no no, so size and placement get a 10/10 For a first tattoo it was like a weird tickle, it never hurt, but Mike kept asking if I was okay anyway through out the whole thing. So rad! And Anna & Mike were so easy to talk to, easy going, honest, and even made me a damn list of places to see during my stay. I don't remember how long it took because time flew by. Anna even gave me a contact in case I needed a locals help cause she felt bad for me and seriously y'all were nice x 1000. I wish I could've met the others that worked here, because if these two were anything to go by, the other artists are probably a blast too. My tattoo is so clean and well done, can't believe I lucked out on walking in here for my first one. Next time I stop by London I'll be sure to bring gifts and get another. In the end, the tattoo doesn't just remind me of the trip, but it reminds me of the really brilliant time I had in Lauren's studio with two awesome tattoo artists. So much more worth it.

I have had all of my piercings done at Laurens by Verna and have always loved the place and highly…read morerecommend it. I got my first piercing there when i was 14 I got my nose pierced and Verna was really kind and helpful. I went back a couple of years later to my second lobe, industrial and a flat piercing, and I got looked after when I had a bit of trouble during one of the piercings. Also I highly recommend this place because their aftercare was amazing, when I was having problems they were happy for me to pop in and check over if everything was ok. Overall they have lovely staff, they don't rush through things and they have great aftercare.

Over a month ago, my son, had a tattoo done at Raven Skin…read more It was a surprise gift and a medium to large piece. I have had a lot of experience with amazing artists from all over the world, so has he, I would have personally checked this place, but I did not know anything about this surprise and no chance to do so. To say that I am beyond shocked and disappointed, would be an understatement. He was there for almost 5 hours, the tattoo was done under numbing spray, a long session, with lots of scarring. The poor work is absolutely the least of my concerns, and it was very poor. I am leaving this review to warn others and because the shop itself, has shown no concern to address this issue at all. Not even an email to ask about my son's recovery, after I gave them all details. My son ended up in the ER department, 48 hours after almost going into septic shock. He had done the usual routines of cleaning and care for tattoos, one of his observations was that the place was going through a refurbish. Which I find shocking, that they would not close, when a tattoo shop should be a clean and sterile environment at all times. He called me disoriented, he had no idea what day it was, what he had done the last hours, and he had a hard time putting sentences together. I live 3 hours away from him, I called him a taxi to take him to hospital and rushed to meet him there. They took him in immediately, when they realised this was an emergency. The doctor I spoke to when I arrived there, told me just a few more hours and the story would have been very different. I could have lost him. I contacted the shop several times, nobody replied to me at all. They had nothing to say about it. My son, if he waited any longer, could have died. He spent over a week in the hospital, while doctors were closely watching him. In danger of either losing parts of his leg, or having the blood infection spread further and then they could not have done anything for him. We are beyond blessed to know that he was able to recover, leg is ruined, and it will never be the same. He had to go to hospital for 14 days after being discharged, he then received antibiotics daily, through IV, was not able to return to work or sports. He had to use crutches and was incapacitated for the entire time. This is no joke, the artists in tattoo shops should understand the responsibility they have. There is a reason why you should go to a reputable artist, that can back up the work with excellent ethics. Please beware and do your homework, it is not worth getting an infection that can take your life, just to save a few pounds.

Not a bad review of the studio, studio is lovely and the owner is a lovely lady. Just a bad review…read moreof one of the artists unfortunately. Had a tattoo done by Kai. Was disappointed with the quality. Lines and shading both quite bad... there are multiple errors which Kai refused to acknowledge. wobbly lines, and spacing is inconsistent. I feel mugged off as he u Insisted he could do the design I was asking for and said it was "dead simple" but the final result was like a sloppy low grade version with poorly executed lines. I was also disappointed by the customer service from Kai and generally he was not very friendly. Literally the type of artist I was trying to avoid. The tattoo was very important as it is in remembrance of my brother but Kai still refused to give me a partial refund to go towards having it fixed by someone else. I would not want it redone by Kai for free as he didnt do a good job on the lines and I would not trust him to do a good job second time around. He was also very unsympathetic and even patronising in his reply, bringing up one of my other tattoos by another artist having the audacity to say it did not heal well and that I am not happy with that one either. When in reality I am very happy with my other tattoo which is 10 years old, has never needed a touch up and looks far better than the one Kai gave me. Regardless it is Very inappropriate to bring up my tattoo by another artist. Really regret going to him. Massively disappointing experience, and now my memorial for my brother is ruined. Kai was very unprofessional. I dont know how he could feel okay charging full price for a BOTCHED job, and then being rude and arrogant to boot

Let me start off by saying I had the pleasure of having Lenny work on my leg, the man is a genius…read morewith ink and iron. I also had the pleasure of meeting Hollie and seeing her amazing leg sleeves, the both of them spoke to me through the entire session which was roughly 6 hours. I never felt like I was talking to an artist but speaking to both very old friends. If you have the luck and pleasure of working with either rest assured you are in great hands

Such an awesome experience. Absolute pros here. In and out, quick and painless. AND a great cup of…read moretea!

Had a four tats done here and I consider it to be A1, the studio is very clean and comfortableread more

I'd like to give a huge thank you to Big Jim and all the artists here at Zoos Tatooz. They did an…read moreamazing job on my boyfriend's rib tattoos and were very professional while also making us foreigners feel at home. Thanks again for everything and we will definitely come back again if we are ever in the area once more. Hands down 5 stars for a beautifully done job. Definitely worth the price remember you are paying for their great quality of work not just some amateurs.

I had my third piece done by Becky recently and I just want to say how impressed I have been every…read moresingle time, she takes so much care and attention to ensure it's exactly what you want and she takes the time to explain to you every step of the way. Genuinely couldn't recommend Becky enough, she creates such a calm and comfortable environment and is an incredible artist!

I've been seeing Gary at Intense Colours for my tattoos for years, having recently had a day…read moresession with him to get a start on my sleeve. I always have a good time there (despite the mild discomfort of the tattoo haha) and couldn't recommend Gary and his team enough. 10/10 best tattoo place in Hampshire hands down.

Nick has done all my piercings and always been friendly and professional, i have had some rejection…read moreproblems in the past but nicks aftercare was spot on and always sorted me out. Best in portsmouth.

Nicks is one of the best body piercers in pompey. The prices are good and the service is excellant…read more They have a really good aftercare sheet which is given out every time you get a piercing. Nick himself is very friendly and explains everything carefully, the shop also has a website too, which is very imformative. You can buy your jewellery at the shop also which is very good quality.

I've been going here since I was 15 I've had my tongue pierced, collar bones pierced, ear…read morepiercings, belly top and bottom piercing, nose piercing. Up to the age 18 when I got my first tattoo , now going for my fourth tattoo for my 20th birthday. Only had Andy do my piercings and tattoos, 100% professional 1000% friendly and funny. Fair prices range.

so far i have had 11 tattoos done hear every one is very friendly and happy to talk to you giving…read moreamazing advice on where tattoos can go to ideas you may have. The tattoo shop gleams with cleaness and so do the tattoo rooms they are happy to do cover up work and custom tats. I am so pleased with this place and the pricess are fairly cheap depending on your tattoo size i would highly recomend this tattoo shop it truely is a hidden gem !