Piercing guns may seem convenient, but they can cause serious damage and infection. Learn why professional needle piercing is the safer, cleaner choice.

Whether you’re rocking a fresh septum, a new cartilage stack, or that perfectly curated ear you’ve been manifesting for months, one thing’s for sure — piercings need TLC.And that TLC? It looks different depending on the season. At GRIM Studios, we see piercing clients year-round, and we’ve learned that summer and winter healing challenges are basically opposites — but equally sneaky. Here’s how to keep your piercings happy, healthy, and Instagram-ready in any weather.

Learn why piercing rejection happens, how to spot the signs early, and the best ways to prevent it from happening in the first place

Fine line tattoos are delicate; bold linework is built to last. Learn how each style ages, pros and cons, and tips to keep your tattoo looking fresh.

Yes, tattoos can stretch or warp, but it’s far less likely unless your weight changes are fast or extreme. From pregnancy to bodybuilding, our bodies are always changing — but what does that mean for your ink? Here’s the truth from dermatology experts and professional tattoo artists.

At Reth-Ink, we specialize in safe, effective tattoo removal — especially for folks reclaiming their skin from old identities, trauma, or just bad decisions. So let’s break down what you really need to know about color and laser removal.

If you’ve ever walked into a tattoo studio and felt unwelcome, judged, or straight-up ignored, you’re not alone. For queer folks, femmes, people of color, neurodivergent babes, and anyone who doesn’t fit the “traditional” tattoo mold — that’s been the norm for too long.

Navigating the world of tattoo removal, especially for BIPOC skin, requires special attention and understanding due to the intricate...

Discover how LGBTQIA2S+ artists and communities transformed tattoo art. From coded symbols to bold designs, explore the queer influence behind today’s modern tattoo styles.

If you’ve ever Googled, “Can I get tattooed on my period?” — first of all, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions we get from clients at GRIM Studios. And second: yes, you absolutely can.

So, you slid into your fave tattoo artist’s DMs with a paragraph, a Pinterest board, and a “How much for this?” — and got… crickets. Or maybe a polite “Please email the shop.” Or a booking link that felt way too formal for just a “quick quote.”

You booked the appointment, survived the needle, tipped your artist — and now you’re wondering why your new tattoo looks like it’s trying to escape your skin. Don’t panic. That’s normal. But what happens next? That’s up to you. Here’s your quick, no-BS guide to tattoo aftercare that actually works, including the only two products you really need Mad Rabbit Soothing Gel, Mad Rabbit Aftercare Balm

Just because someone has visible tattoos doesn’t mean their body is open for comments, touching, or unsolicited critiques. We know it shouldn’t have to be said — but here we are. At GRIM Studios, we believe in consent, boundaries, and keeping your hands (and weird opinions) to yourself.

Look, we get it. Booking a tattoo can feel confusing — especially if your only exposure to tattooing is reality TV, Pinterest, or your cousin's kitchen setup from 2011. But if you're sliding into DMs at 2AM with "how much for a sleeve?" — respectfully, you're being a menace.

At GRIM Studios, we believe that tattoos tell stories — but not all stories are meant to stay forever. Some tattoos carry trauma, pain, or past lives people are trying to move on from. That’s why we’ve partnered with our sister business, Reth-Ink Tattoo Removal, to offer completely free laser tattoo removal for hate symbols, gang affiliations, prison ink, and tattoos tied to human trafficking.

Tattoos have long served as symbols of identity, resistance, and remembrance. Among the LGBTQ+ community, the pink and black triangle...

Deciding to get a tattoo is an exciting journey, one that should be filled with anticipation and confidence. However, ensuring this...

Tattoos are more than just beautiful designs etched onto our skin—they are deeply personal expressions of identity and individuality....

Laser tattoo removal is a journey rather than a quick fix.

From sacred traditions to modern day artistry, tattooing has left its mark—quite literally—on human civilization for thousands of years