Have you been thinking about a tattoo for a while and do you already know what kind of tattoo you want? Do you already have an idea in mind and do you want to have a tattoo designed by a professional tattoo artist? Make an appointment by calling 020 620 6932 or sending an email to info@amsterdam-tattooing.com. Of course you are also very welcome in our studio at Nieuwezijde Armsteeg 4.
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Tattooing has recently become a widely accepted phenomenon among all levels of society. More and more people are adorning themselves with a beautiful tattoo. This is also noticeable in our clientele. This includes all kinds of people. This is because we stand for:
We find expert advice very important, after all, it is a permanent decoration of your body. That is why our employees try to help you as best as possible and listen to your wishes.
We also have various tattoo artists who are at home in all markets. For example, we have many examples of all kinds of styles of tattoo designs in-house, but of course your own design is also very welcome. Our diverse artistic tattoo artists will transform your ideas into a creative and stunning design.
If you are satisfied with the design, we will make an appointment to get the tattoo in our studio in Amsterdam. Before the appointment, please take the following points into account:
If you feel unwell, dizzy or have something else during the tattoo, always let us know. It is very important that you feel comfortable with the tattoo artist.
When applying a tattoo, ink and pigments are applied under the skin using small needles. This creates a permanent image.
The ink and pigments must meet strict requirements. This is monitored by the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA).
A tattoo is applied in a number of steps. We have listed them for you below.
The question we hear most often is whether getting a tattoo hurts. Getting a tattoo is certainly not painless, but the pain varies from person to person. The location where the tattoo is placed also determines how painful it is to get a tattoo.
The costs of a tattoo vary widely and depend on the size of the tattoo, where you want it and the design. Would you like to receive a price indication? Then contact us or visit our studio in Amsterdam. kosten van een tattoo..
A newly applied tattoo is similar to a graze. The wound caused by tattooing needs time and care to heal. Of course, a small tattoo takes less time to heal than a tattoo over the entire back, for example.
Immediately after the tattoo is applied, a red glow appears around the tattoo. This is partly due to shaving, having it applied and cleaning. This glow will disappear within a few hours, but the area will remain somewhat swollen and glowing.
During the healing period, we advise you not to swim, not to take a bath (showering is allowed), not to sunbathe (not even under a sunbed) and not to use the sauna and/or jacuzzi. Always use a high protection factor on your tattoo when sunbathing, even after the healing period.
You will receive verbal and written instructions from the tattoo artist on how to care for the tattoo. If you experience symptoms such as severe redness, swelling, pus or wound fluid, contact your GP. The following steps apply to most tattoos:
Important: If you have any complaints or doubts about the healing, you can always call us on 020 620 6932 or visit our studio at Nieuwezijds Armsteeg 4 in Amsterdam. If you have severe complaints, such as severe redness or inflammation and you cannot reach us, go to your GP.
If you suffer from one or more of the following health complaints, we and the GGD advise you not to get a tattoo.
You may not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs while getting the tattoo. You may also not get a tattoo if you are pregnant.
Make sure you are well rested, have eaten well and inform the tattoo artist of any matters that you think are important. For example, think of medication use, allergies, hypersensitivity reactions, being treated by a dermatologist, etc.
In the Netherlands, there is a law that applies to tattooing. The National Center for Hygiene and Safety has drawn up hygiene guidelines and tattoo artists are required to comply with these guidelines. The GGD checks once every two years whether tattoo studios adhere to the guidelines.
Tattooing is strongly discouraged for people under the age of 16. We therefore do not tattoo people under the age of 16. When you visit our studio, we ask you to show your ID if we have any doubts about your age. If you are between 16 and 18 years old, tattoos will not be done on the ankles, hands, wrists, neck or face.
The GGD believes it is important to inform you in advance about a number of possible risks. Applying a tattoo is a skin-piercing procedure. By using the correct procedure and equipment, you must prevent yourself from becoming infected with blood-borne diseases, such as Hepatitis B and C. In addition, poor care and unhygienic treatment can cause wound infections that are harmful and do not make your tattoo look any better.
Do you have any questions about applying a tattoo? Then take a look at our frequently asked questions page. Of course, you can also contact us or visit the studio and ask us your questions.
Amsterdam Tattooing and Bodypiercing, the shop in the heart of Amsterdam
Our studio is located near Amsterdam Central Station. From the station square you can easily walk to our address.
Walk towards the Damrak and turn right into the Hasselaerssteeg. Cross the Nieuwendijk and walk into the Nieuwezijds Armsteeg. Our studio can be found at number 4. Feel free to walk in.
About Us
Our shop is located near Amsterdam Central Station:
Amsterdam Tattooing & Body Piercing
N.Z. Armsteeg 4
1012 NB Amsterdam
Our Services
Opening Hours
| Monday | 12:00 – 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00 – 19:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 – 19:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00 – 19:00 |
| Friday | 11:00 – 19:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00 – 19:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 19:00 |
We are also open on:
December 25, 26 (Christmas) → 12:00 – 19:00
December 31 (New Year’s Eve) → 12:00 – 19:00
January 1 (New Year’s Day) → 13:00 – 19:00
April 27 (King’s Day) → 12:00 – 19:00
