Do Tattoos hurt? Yes.

Are Tattoos permanent? Yes. Are Tattoos awesome? Yes.

What are the most painful areas to be tattooed? Every persons pain thresholds are different, however we have found that areas that are bony with thinner skin give people a bit more trouble. i.e. ribs, hands, face, feet and fingers.

Does VST do piercing?  No  Does VST tattoo individuals under 18? No. State Law. No

What's the deal with post tattoo swimming? It is recommended not to swim for at least three weeks. Seriously no hot tubs, Jacuzzi, pools, lakes, oceans, saunas, ponds, long ass baths, etc. The exposure to water leaves the skin overly moist and can slow the healing process.

Why shouldn't I tan after getting a tattoo? Prolonged UV exposure causes unnecessary trauma to the skin and can fade your fresh ink. It is recommended to avoid direct sunlight for 30 days, after which 30 SPF is advised for the life of your tattoo. Which I guess means for the rest of your life.

Can I get a tattoo while I am pregnant or breast feeding? We don't do this. In fact we care a bunch about the little ones. Stress induced from tattooing can negatively affect the bodies natural processes throughout pregnancy. Thanks for asking, but we don't recommend it, and we definitely don't do it. Wait a few months, its forever ya know.