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Advanced Dermagraphics Tattooing
Categories: Beauty and Spas Tattoo Beauty and Spas Piercing Tattoo, Piercing [Edit]
1132 E Pacific Coast HwyLong Beach, CA 90806
(562) 599-1112
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 11 am - 8 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- No
- Parking:
- Street
- By Appointment Only:
- No
5 reviews for Advanced Dermagraphics Tattooing
5 reviews in English
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Review from olga m.
Bellflower, CA
12/27/2011
I'm 26 yrs old and never had a tattoo or piercing (other than my ears) and I finally decided to get my lip pierced. I found great reviews on google for this shop so I thought I would try it out. Steve was very nice, and gentle, in fact I didn't feel a thing! 3days later and it feels like I've had it for years. I didn't have any swelling or pain. My friend wanted a quote for a 13 word tattoo and he was very knowledgable and even showed us what a tattoo with small letters will look like 30 years later. And as for the price? $30 for my lip ring and piercing! I'm ready for my first tattoo! Thanks Steve :)
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Review from Lacie T.
Long Beach, CA
9/8/2011
There is nothing fancy about this shop. Nothing crazy or out-of-the-box. Just straight-up tattoos and piercings in a clean little shop run by Steve, who's clearly been doing this for a very long time. We were new in town and to celebrate signing our lease, my boyfriend wanted to get his second tattoo - so we came here. Steve was super professional and impressed me in particular with his attention to making sure all three needles in the new pack were perfectly sharp - "You can't trust these, they come from China," he said, "and I'd rather not buy from China, but they're the only choice out there. And so many of these have one bent needle or a dull one in the mix. You gotta be careful to make sure they're all sharp..." Well, I have 14 tattoos which I acquired at 5 different shops and not once had anyone taken a jewelry magnifier to the needles to ensure they were all perfect!
While we were about to leave, I overheard Steve advising a young lady about her tattoo decision and was impressed again by how diplomatically he directed her into a better decision as opposed to just doing what she asked for without regard to her skin type and how the tattoo would turn out. He's very fairly priced and I couldn't say a negative word about the experience. -
Review from Cidne W.
Long Beach, CA
10/9/2006
After deciding on a tattoo that will serve me when I am 80 years and skating half-naked in Venice Beach, I came upon this parlor. I chose a chinese symbol for 'happiness.' After reading and filling out the paperwork, Steve, the owner and artist showed me the sealed needle then opened it in front of me. I showed him where I wanted it then braced myself. If you've never gotten a tattoo, it doesn't really hurt unless you're a real puss. It feels like someone etching your skin with a pin, but delicately. When he finished, he dressed it with betadyne and gauze and said that it would take a few months to heal., It cost 40 bucks. He asked if this was my first and when I answered in the affirmative, like a madman he beamed disturbingly and said, "You'll be back."
He didn't lie. I finally drew the tattoo that I want for the top of my foot. I am told that the top of the foot is a sensitive area and it would hurt. I'm thinking it can't hurt as bad as the ones I've seen on genitals on adult sites. Now that has to hurt! I want a colorful fairy with afro puffs holding up a paintbrush in one hand and money in the other with the small caption "Starving artist, my ass!" Like most women, I'm a shoe girl and I envision this to POP when I wear sandals and my *Carlos Santanas in the summertime. I'll have a couple of **cherry bombs before I go in.
I've had the tattoo for 4 years now and it is only visible in a tank top as it sits right below the neckline in the middle if my back. A friend of mine is an ultra conservative Christian and she told me that men have a dim view of women with tattoos. She doesn't have any tattoos and she has no man, so her theory is mute. I think she should get a tattoo, 'cause I have no problem getting men...though getting rid of them is a problem sometimes.
*If ya didn't know, Carlos Santana has a BOMB line of stilettos
** Cherry Bomb : One part Grey Goose Vodka to one part Dekupers Cherry Pucker. Shake with ice, pour into martini glass and drop in two maraschino cherries. -
Review from Junior B.
Long Beach, CA
10/3/2011
I wasn't sure what to look for with tattoo/piercing shops and artists and piercers so I was a bit freaked out, Got there and the guy sat me down and talked about how the piercing is done and about the anatomy of a tongue to reasure me that I would feel some pressure but no pain. Fast forward eight years and piercing of course is healed up and has been stretched to a zero and has gone back down to it's original size. Point of this is, the place might be in a sketchy looking area, the outside of the place might look sketchy, but this isn't a glitz and glamour shop, it's tattoos and piercings, clean, and he really knows what he's talking about. Planning a tattoo that I hope to get done here soon.
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Review from Jenn P.
Torrance, CA
4/4/2010
Steve was very nice and professional. This is my first tattoo and I did my research before I decided to come here. He was very knowledgeable, being in the business for awhile, and really let me and my sister know the pros and cons of where we were going to put our tattoo and what size it should be. The prices were reasonable and I would recommend this place to anyone, especially if u have any questions about your tattoo. I know I'll be back for my next one!!
Specialties
Tattooing and Body Piercing at it's finest. 1000's of designs. Hospital sterilization. Walk ins welcome! Realistic portraits, fine line black and grey or traditional tattoos, bright colors & cover-ups.
Professional Tattooing and Body Piercing by Licensed artists approved by Long Beach Health Dept. with a history of over 31 years at this location.
Meet the Business Owner: Steve A.
Steve has been here since the start. He is the artist and owner and will give you the best service since it is his studio and has been for over 31 years.
