This place is so dope! Always friendly! Always professional and great energy! Bones is the best. He…read moreis a real dude! We are forever grateful for meeting this guy! He is honest and will give his true thoughts on the art you want and will help and suggest and really takes his time! It is not all about the money with him!!

Incredibly kind people there. This was my 1st tattoo so I was a little nervous but I received…read morenothing but patience, kindness, help & reassurance. This is important to me, since this was out of my comfort zone & I'm an anxious person. The artist, St. Mary, was wonderful. Very kind, friendly, funny & helpful when it came to informing me on aftercare. Her design & work on the tattoo was great! I really love how it came out. I very much recommend this place. Thank you to all!

I started coming to outer limits well over a year ago after getting my nose pierced elsewhere and…read moredid not get the best advice. I'm big on professionalism when I call a business and outer limits met and exceeded all my expectations. When I walked in for my appointment with Lucas I was blown away by how clean/sterile this place was. I was actually quite shocked it was also a tattoo shop as well just by the beautiful appearance. The receptionist was again super nice and Lucas my piercer (I randomly picked because I didn't know anyone there) ended up being extremely knowledgeable on how to troubleshoot my angry nose piercing that didn't seem to want to behave. He also didn't leave me hanging with just one appointment, he has also been on call via text for me anytime I need help or have any questions. He also has the best vibe too. I would and already have recommended this shop and Lucas to anybody looking for a piercing.

A close friend of mine and I came here in January. Getting piercings together was our third stop…read moreduring our girls day in the OC. Unfortunately, parking at The Camp isn't all that great. I have yet to find a spot by myself so I just bit the bullet for paying for valet. We came in an hour before closing and were greeted by Samara - who did a wonderful job getting us set up for our spontaneous piercings! We were then directed to Lucas. He did my friend's tragus piercing and my dual lobe piercings. I haven't been pierced since I was a baby, but Lucas made the whole experience real easy. Overall, he's a super chill guy that makes an effort to strike up a conversation and make you feel comfortable about the whole process. Other than the fleeting hot sensation from the initial pinch, the process was pretty painless. Bonus: we got some sick stickers featuring his bull dog Everyone we met at the shop was friendly, knowledgable, and professional. Their website is also a fantastic resource in case you don't ask all of your questions about healing in-person. My friend and I truly felt like we were in great hands so kudos to everyone for setting such an easygoing vibe. I've been back a few times since January for a quick monthly check and to get my piercings downsized recently. As expected, I was met with top-tier customer service, true to the shop's personal brand. I feel confident coming back for future piercings. Lastly, if you're downsizing - I highly recommend making an appointment. I was in and out (no more than 15 minutes), but I was surrounded by 4+ walk ins. It's really easy to do so over their website vs. calling.

I came in wanting an industrial, after an anatomy check Gabe explained to me that a straight bar…read morewouldn't work in my ear, we decided that we would do two vertical Helix piercings and connect them later with a chain or a custom bent bar. There was plenty of quality jewelry for me to choose from and Gabe helped me pick out a style that looks great. Gabe was meticulous about sterilization and the cleanliness of the piercing studio. Clear aftercare instructions were given to me, and healing is going great.

David did amazing, detailed work on my lotus. I absolutely love it. He was prepared when I got…read morethere, after asking some questions on the phone, and that was appreciated.

I went in to switch my jewelry for my nose piercing twice and Nat was always super helpful and…read morepatient! I felt very comfortable and she always gave great tips on healing my irritation bump and how to keep my piercing clean. Great studio, very professional, and Nat is amazing!!

Came in for a consultation. Artist was 1. Lazy- pulled every image from the internet, no hand…read moredrawing at all. No knowledge of what happens to certain tattoos when they age. 2. Had the sniffles the whole time-allergies? Sick? I have vulnerable elders, I can't pass that shit on. 3. Shop? Unimpressed- not what I would call a sterile or professional environment. 4. Cologne everywhere. Personally allergic to most, so sitting four four hours with it? No thanks. 5. General malaise. Couldn't vibe. Felt like tough morning after all night party sesh the night before. I can only imagine how bad the tattoo would turn out.

We walked in for two tattoos on the smallish side. Both with color, Austin took great care of us!…read more He chatted through our asks and was able to draw up stencils quickly. Both us had a clear idea of what we wanted and he was able to knock it out of the park. The salon is wonderfully decorated and I enjoyed looking at every thing! There was great conversation and laughter throughout. Solid place. Pretty sure I'll be back when next in town.

Austin did an amazing job. Parlor was clean and hygienic. Playlist overhead was filled with nothing…read morebut bangers. Great experience!

After 9 years, I decided to go for my second tattoo. This one was going to be more visible, and…read moredeeply meaningful, so I put a great deal of thought and research into which artist to go to. My friend Sheila recommended Charlot after having great experiences with her, and today I finally had the pleasure of meeting with Charlot! I can't recommend her highly enough. Throughout the whole process, Charlot was communicative, professional, creative, and such a fun person to be around. Her studio was so pretty and a lovely environment to be in. We made the surprising discovery that we both speak Italian! For this part of the world, that's a unique thing to have in common! So fun! I can't stop looking at my tattoo. It is exactly how I imagined it. I will absolutely be going back to Charlot in the future and highly recommend her for your next (or first!) tattoo!

My cat of seventeen years recently passed away earlier this year. I wanted to get a memorial tattoo…read moreto help remind me that he is still with me. I haven't had a tattoo in twenty years. I was nervous I would be able to find someone able to capture the love I had for my cat. Charlot made it happen. It was better than I could ever imagine. From the get go, she responded quickly and made sure she understood what I wanted. She puts so much thought and care throughout the whole process. She is genuine and has a heart of gold. Her studio is beautiful and inviting. She makes her you feel comfortable. Her work is absolutely amazing. My whole family is in awe of my tattoo and all say she really captured our cat. Thank you for the beautiful piece!

I came all the way from Texas to California and stopped by on a whim to see if I can cover a scar…read moreon my shoulder. Justin was kind enough to take me in without an appointment. He was welcoming, professional, and incredibly talented. The tattoo turned out even better than I imagined! Can't even tell there is a bad scar behind it. He really cares about his work and his clients. Highly recommend Justin if you want an artist who goes above and beyond.

Came here to get my boyfriend's ears pierced for his birthday. After seeing their cute jewelry…read moreselection, I ended up getting my second lobe re-pierced. Jenna was able to squeeze me in and was extremely knowledgeable during the consultation. Since I had so much scar tissue from the original piercing, she recommended getting a different part of the lobe pierced to avoid serious keloids. Loved the jewelry and the service!

Got my first tattoo last night... at 75 years old. Chris was GREAT…read more I came in with a cross design I have on my Busa, but I wanted it shaded, not solid... He "hit the NAIL on the Head" and I couldn't be happier (unless I was younger again) THANKS, CHRIS, YA DID GR8

Christopher did an amazing job on my aunt and my tattoos. Mine was a coverup of a previous wrist…read moretattoo that I didn't feel peace about. Christopher not only did an amazing job with my new tattoo but also prayed over my previous tattoo and gave me peace about it before we covered it up. I look forward to looking down at my beautiful and meaningful to tattoo for the rest of my life. If you want a God centered tattoo experience and a high quality tattoo I 100% recommendation Life After Death Tattoo! Thank you Christopher!

I had a great and pleasant experience from start to finish with Siena. Not only was she very…read morefriendly and professional, she answered all my questions and was very responsive and respectful in our conversation. She was able to give me a very beautiful floral piece while working within my budget! Her expertise definitely shines through not only in her finished work but throughout the overall process. She was very mindful to ask if I needed breaks and was great at checking in with me to see if I was doing good throughout the entire tattoo. I definitely will be back. Don't overthink it and book with her if you're looking for a more drawerly style, especially if you want florals/ flowy/ dot work ! You won't be disappointed.

Blue Collar Tattoo is one of the best Tattoo Shops that I have ever been to. I have numerous…read moretattoos, so I have had plenty of experience with different shops. Blue Collar Tattoo stands out because of their excellent customer service, friendly atmosphere, and outstanding professionalism. From the moment that I walked in the shop, I was greeted with a warm smile and they made me feel very comfortable. I just lost my Dad and I wanted a piece to commemorate him on my ribs. Jason took the time to ask questions about my design and he was able to bring my vision to life. It looks better than I could have ever imagined. He was also very sympathetic and treated me like family. I definitely will be coming back. Don't miss out on this gem of a shop.

Excellent service, speedy communication and great work! I took my daughter for her 18th birthday…read moreand she was treated the best and received an amazing custom tattoo (anklet with crucifix) and i enjoyed my first tattoo ever as well. My tattoo is an anklet vibe with flowers that was customized on the spot and drawn on by hand. Thank you to everyone at Balboa Tattoo for making our celebration fun!

My guy and I came here to celebrate my 30th bday and got gumball machine tattoos from TJ, right…read morewhen we walked in we were greeted and felt a chill vibe. The location is a short walk from the beach and the service was stellar! TJ and the crew made it such a memorable part of my birthday and I'm so glad we chose this shop(: