The tattooing process creates small holes in your skin that can allow bacteria and viruses to enter your body. The most widely known diseases are HIV and Hepatitis. These are known as blood-borne pathogens because they require contact with the blood in order to spread the infection. This is why we have specific healing instructions to help you keep your tattoo clean while it heals up.

Diversified Ink utilizes one-time-use ink containers and needles, our artists wear medical-grade gloves, and we sterilize all of our equipment in a hospital-grade autoclave to kill any and all pathogens. All of our staff are also Bloodborne Pathogen trained by the Red Cross and licensed by the State of Maine. If you have any questions about our safety and cleanliness procedures, please give us a call or stop by the shop. We can even give you a tour and show you how we stay clean and sterile to protect our clients.

We avoid tattooing those that are possibly pregnant, have epilepsy, diabetes, heart conditions, hemophilia, or allergies to latex, metal, or cocoa butter. For the safety of our artists and clients, we cannot tattoo those who have a communicable disease/infection such as Hepatitis or MRSA.

Our artists work almost exclusively on an appointment basis. We will post about any open walk-in slots on Facebook when they come up.

We always accept cash. We also accept debit and credit cards. We CANNOT accept personal checks.

It is entirely up to you. We graciously accept tips, but they are not required. If you do decide to tip your artist, you may do so in cash, or by adding it to the total amount we charge your credit/debit card at the end of your session.

Yes, you must be 18 years old in order to receive a tattoo in the State of Maine. Parental permission does not allow us to tattoo anyone under 18.

You must bring your government-issued photo ID to your appointment and be ready to answer a few basic medical questions (such as if you are diabetic, or are on any medications). We’re required to photocopy your ID for our records.

Minors interested in a piercing must be accompanied by their parent/guardian who must bring their state-issued photo ID and the minor’s birth certificate bearing the parent/guardian’s name.

You do not need an appointment. Piercings are done on a walk-in basis, first come first served. We will allow a maximum of 5 people to be waiting at any given time. If it is a very busy day, you may be asked to come back at a later time.