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Getting inked? Go to the professionals! Here are some reliable tattoo parlours we love to visit

Getting a tattoo is fun, but it's also serious business! It's an art form that can become a health issue when done improperly, so for those thinking of getting their first—or second, or third, or fourth...—tattoo, it's important to visit a reputable artist and parlour. Here are some of our recommendations!

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P&P Tattoo

Home to multi-awarded tattoo artists, P&P Tattoo is one of the best-known parlours in the Philippines. They've been in the business for over thirty years and have been creating all kinds of art on different clientele. They have multiple locations including ones in Makati, Quezon City, and Palawan. The artists are very friendly and easily guide first-timers through what to expect. It's also incredibly easy to book an appointment—simply fill up the form on their website and wait for them to get back to you! Get your ink and come home with their iconic P&P Tattoo sticker to boot. 

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55 Tinta

La Union regulars might already be familiar with 55 Tinta. Popular among visitors to The Great Northwest, it is also a crowd favourite among college students frequenting Maginhawa (Quezon City) for ink. They do fantastic colourwork and are a good choice for those looking for something bright and intricate. 

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Arte Tattoo Studios

Another well-known tattoo parlour in the Philippines is Arte Tattoo Studio. Promising to use only vegan ink on the body, Arte Tattoo has produced incredible artwork on all their clients. Their tattoo shading technique is impeccable and can be applied to small and large designs. They also do piercings. Located in Makati, Arte Tattoo Studios is expanding its business—keep updated by subscribing to its YouTube channel

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Whiplash

Looking for a more graphic style of art? Whiplash Tattoo does that particularly well. In business now for ten years, this local parlour does fantastic work on both big and small designs. They can also recreate realistic portraits on skin!

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All Day Tattoo

All Day Tattoo does both ink and piercings. Versatile in their style, they employ a handful of talented artists that are able to accommodate almost any request! Whether you're looking for line art tattoos, graphic portraits, or even some well-done shading, All Day Tattoo is the place for you! 

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Needle Z Tattoo Studio

Though it might not be everyone's cup of tea, large graphic or realistic tattoos are truly a work of art. These are exactly what Needle Z Tattoo Studio does best. Head to them if you want to recreate a portrait of a loved one, or even just some fan art. They'll sure to do it perfectly!

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