House of GRIM Blog

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.

Feeling anxious about getting a tattoo is completely normal, but it shouldn’t hold you back from expressing yourself.

Research has shown that certain tattoo inks can contain bacteria, particularly if they’re not manufactured or stored properly.

Tattoos, the stories etched into our life journey, are undergoing a formidable transformation. The tattoo industry, once steeped in...

Tattoos are not just ink; they're the chapters of your life story boldly etched onto your skin.

Getting tattooed is painful. There’s no way around it. Or is there?

If you're visibly tattooed or thinking about getting tattooed in areas like your hands, neck, throat and face; you will find that the...

A tattoo shop should be clean and organized, the less things scattered on desks and tables and around the tattoo stations, the easier it...

The short answer is yes, of course it hurts, you’re being stabbed thousands of times a minute with anywhere from 1 to 27 needles or...

You don't have to tip but it's considered rude to go to a restaurant and not tip unless you received terrible service, tipping in a...

Whether this is your first tattoo or piercing appointment or 50th, there are things we always recommend in order to make the most of your...

Skill is definitely a factor, but there is absolutely nothing enjoyable about getting tattooed and hating the person who’s tattooing you....

It's easy to say "I WANT A TATTOO" but have you really thought about what that means? Here is our list of questions you should ask...

If you think you want to get a tattoo but don't know where to start, you're in the right place. Here are our tips to avoid common...