Tattoos by Domi

Don’t apply your own numbing cream before your appointment.

I keep numbing products at the studio that I know and trust. They work fast, don’t change the skin, and need no arranging in advance, so we can use them whenever we want.

Cream applied at home is a different matter. I can’t know for sure what it is, how strong it is, or how long it’s been on, and most of them firm the skin up so the needle doesn’t go in properly. Because of that, I have to work each area far longer to get proper saturation, which on an hourly rate costs you noticeably more. If you arrive with it already applied, we may have to cancel and rebook.

If pain is worrying you, don’t stress: plenty of breaks, sensible session lengths, and I’m told I’m good company.

I charge a transparent rate of £50 per hour, with a minimum charge of one hour, so a small piece that only takes half an hour still comes to £50.

Because everyone’s skin type, pain tolerance, and design adjustments vary, it’s tough to predict the exact minute a piece will finish.

I work as efficiently as possible to minimise your cost, and I will always give you a realistic estimate beforehand rather than a fixed quote.

It depends entirely on the original tattoo. Some are straightforward to cover, while others are heavily saturated and might need a few sessions of laser treatment first. Send over a clear, well-lit photo of your existing ink along with your new idea, and I’ll give you an honest assessment.

Absolutely. Whether it’s your own drawing or a collection of reference images, I’m happy to look over it and adapt it into a custom piece that translates beautifully into a long-lasting tattoo.