South Side Tattoo

Just got my septum pierced today, Mike was awesome! Taught me more info about piercings and aftercare than anyone else, I didn’t know how much misinformation there is in the piercing community. Apparently saline spray is not the way with piercing care, it just dries out the cells and slows healing. Thanks for a great experience! I’m so happy to have my new nose ring!

So frustrated and dissatisfied. Went in for forward helix piercings and was not told about all the aftercare until *after* the piercing (red flag #1). Bottom one healed fine but the top one became problematic for 10 months after. I came in to have it assessed and honestly just requested that the top one be taken out where I was urged on the spot to keep it and try a few more things like titanium jewelry swap, hot compresses 3-5x a day (absurd) and to move my bed against a wall because *science* (again, absurd). 3 weeks later I call to come in and have it taken out FOR REAL this time as the irritation bumbs were not getting any better. I made an APPOINTMENT for a removal, no questions asked by the employee only to drive 30 minutes there and be told by the piercer (a different one than I previously dealt with) that he couldn't remove it with the bumps on it............... Are we kidding? He was super rude (didn't greet me, didn't make initial eye contact when he asked what I was there for) condescending and made me feel like an idiot. It took everything in me to not raise a fuss as it was clearly a losing battle. The shop had no issues CHANGING the jewelry with bumps to make a sale but couldn't remove the jewelry altogether weeks later? Now I have a painful piercing I can't remove on my own and need to seek a new piercer. I PROMISE you, the next shop I take my business to will be affiliated with the APP (association of professional piercers).

Mike at Southside Tattoo is an exceptional piercer who deserves nothing less than five stars. His professionalism and expertise create an unparalleled piercing experience. From the moment I walked in, Mike's friendly demeanor put me at ease, and he took the time to thoroughly explain the process, making sure I felt comfortable. Cleanliness and hygiene are top priorities for Mike, evident in the pristine studio environment. He adheres to the highest standards of safety, using sterile equipment and ensuring a pain-free and smooth procedure. What sets Mike apart is his attention to detail – he listens to your preferences and provides personalized recommendations, ensuring you leave with a piercing that complements your style. Beyond his technical skills, Mike's aftercare guidance was invaluable. He patiently answered all my questions, offering comprehensive instructions to ensure a quick and trouble-free healing process. Southside Tattoo is lucky to have a piercer of Mike's caliber, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking a professional, friendly, and hygienic piercing experience. Overall, my visit to Southside Tattoo exceeded expectations, thanks to Mike's expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction.

I took my girlfriend there to get her nose pierced after getting recommendations from a few people. The shop was clean and neat, and the service was excellent. The man who pierced her nose, Mike Curtin, was very professional, knowledgeable, and had a great personality. I highly recommend this place! Update: my girlfriend had let the earing holes in her ears close up during covid and wanted to get them re-pierced. Went today and Mike did that plus another piercing in the cartilage. Excellent job again. He's a very personable guy, great "bedside manners". We're going to be going back soon for her to get a tattoo (which would be with a different artist, as Mike only does piercings).