FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Wondering about tattoo pricing, preparation, or aftercare? Our FAQs provide detailed answers to help you feel confident and informed. At Alchemy Tattoo Collective in St. Louis, we’re committed to making your tattoo journey seamless, whether it’s your first piece or the next in your collection.

do you tattoo Minors?

We do not tattoo minors at this time.


Do you do piercings?

Yes, we have expanded our piercing services to include piercings as of February 2025.


What is the shop Minimum?

The minimum price for a tattoo is determined by each individual artist. Tattoos with our apprentice are always at a discounted rate. Check out who’s available on our home page.


Do you take walk ins?

Yes we accept walk ins Tues-Sat from 12-7pm. You will experience an on-site consultation to review the design and discuss pricing with your artist. Large & complex designs may require an appointment; in this case we are happy to do a walk-in consultation and schedule you for a later date.


Do you use vegan ink?

The majority of our artists use vegan inks however we are constantly buying new inks and this may change. Please contact an artist directly to find out what products are being used by them currently.


I’m traveling from out of town, can I book an appointment over email?

Yes, you will need to request an appointment with your artist of interest and let them know of your situation when you put in your request.


Does anyone specialize in a specific style? (fine line, black and grey, micro tattoos)

All of our artists are very versatile in their styles, the best way to determine if they are a good fit for you is to check out their portfolio pages and inquire with an artist directly to see if they feel they are a good fit for what you are looking for.


Can I get a price quote for my tattoo?

Due to all of the variables that go into a tattoo, it is not possible to give a quote without an in-person consultation. When you are ready to book your tattoo, please let your artist know if you are working within a budget. Please visit our pricing page for more info.