Hardtimes Tattoo
Tattoo and piercing FAQ
Questions about tattoos, piercings and booking at Hardtimes Tattoo, Turin. Can’t find your answer? Get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
Booking and prices
How do I book a tattoo at Hardtimes Tattoo?
Send us your idea and the service you want through the contact page; we will reply to check availability. You can also drop in or call +39 011 2075809.
Can I get a tattoo without an appointment?
Yes, walk-ins are welcome, subject to the artists' availability. See walk-in tattoos.
Can I choose my artist?
Yes. Our artists have different specialities: see tattoo styles and tell us your preference.
How much does a tattoo cost?
From €80. The final cost depends on size, complexity, placement and time; quotes and consultations are free. See prices.
Tattoos
Do you do small or minimalist tattoos?
Yes. We assess each project by size, placement and how well it will age.
How should I prepare for a tattoo?
Rest well, eat, stay hydrated, wear comfortable clothes that give easy access to the area, and avoid alcohol before the session.
How do I care for a new tattoo?
You will get specific instructions after the session. In general keep the area clean and avoid rubbing, direct sunlight, and swimming pools or sea during healing.
How long does a tattoo take to heal?
Surface healing generally takes a few weeks, depending on size, placement and your skin.
Piercing
Where can I get a piercing in Turin?
At Hardtimes Tattoo, Via Michele Buniva 4, in Vanchiglia. See piercing in Turin.
Do you use a piercing gun?
No. Only sterile single-use needles: a gun is not suitable and cannot guarantee sterility. More: Piercing in Turin.
Do you pierce minors?
Yes, only with the signed consent of both parents. More: Piercing in Turin.
How do I clean a new piercing?
Generally with sterile 0.9% saline solution, avoiding alcohol and hydrogen peroxide. Don't twist the jewellery, and follow your piercer's advice. More: Piercing in Turin.
The studio and services
Do you sell aftercare products?
Yes, professional products selected for healing tattoos and piercings; our staff will recommend what suits you.
Do you offer tooth gems?
Yes, with Betty Tooth Gems. See tooth gems in Turin.
Where is Hardtimes Tattoo?
Via Michele Buniva 4, 10124 Turin, in the Vanchiglia neighbourhood in central Turin. More: Contact and directions.
Visiting Turin from abroad
Do you speak English?
Yes, our team speaks English and we welcome clients from all over the world. More in getting a tattoo in Turin as a visitor.
Can I get a tattoo while I'm just visiting Turin?
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome, subject to the artists' availability: call +39 011 2075809 or drop by, Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 7pm. If your trip is short or your project is large, it is safer to write to us first from the contact page with your idea and your dates.
Are there guest artists at the studio?
Yes: two guest artists come back to Turin every month, Pye from Cagliari and Veronica Misticoni from Pescara. If you want one of them, check their dates with us before you plan your trip. See tattoo styles and artists.
How do I get to the studio?
We are at Via Michele Buniva 4, 10124 Turin, in the Vanchiglia neighbourhood: a few steps from the Mole Antonelliana and within walking distance of the historic centre. Find the map and directions on the contact page.