# The Apollo Tattoo & Piercing Studio

> Luxury tattoo and piercing studio in Santa Monica, Los Angeles. Fine-line to full-color realism tattoos by resident artists, and needle-only body piercing by Fakir-certified piercers using implant-grade titanium (ASTM F-136) and solid 14k/18k gold. Open 7 days a week, 8 AM–8 PM.

Location: 2625 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90405. Phone: (310) 331-0605. Booking: https://losangelestattooshop.com/booking/

Key facts: Needle-only piercing — never piercing guns. Implant-grade titanium (ASTM F-136), solid 14k/18k gold, and niobium jewelry only for fresh piercings. Fakir-certified senior piercers; every fresh piercing includes a downsize follow-up. Five+ tattoo artists; 5,000+ clients; 4.9-star rating.

## Tattoos

- [Tattoo styles](https://losangelestattooshop.com/tattoos/styles/): realism, Japanese, fine line, traditional, blackwork, watercolor, geometric, script & lettering, and more
- [Tattoo ideas](https://losangelestattooshop.com/tattoos/ideas/): subject-by-subject design directions (rose, koi, dragon, snake, butterfly, skull, and more)
- [Tattoo aftercare guide](https://losangelestattooshop.com/tattoos/tips-and-knowledge/tattoo-aftercare-guide/): day-by-day healing
- [Tattoo tips & knowledge](https://losangelestattooshop.com/tattoos/tips-and-knowledge/): preparation, etiquette, and care
- [Portfolio](https://losangelestattooshop.com/portfolio/): recent tattoo and piercing work
- [Our artists](https://losangelestattooshop.com/staff/): resident tattoo artists and piercers

## Piercings

- [All piercing services](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/): full menu of needle piercings
- [Types of body piercings](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/types-of-body-piercings/): placements and healing times
- [Ear piercing in LA](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/ear-piercing-shop-in-la/): lobe and cartilage piercing
- [Conch piercing](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/conch-piercing/): inner-ear cartilage piercing
- [Rook piercing](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/rook-piercing/): anti-helix fold piercing
- [Daith piercing](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/daith-piercing/): innermost ear-fold piercing
- [Helix piercing](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/helix-piercing/): upper-ear cartilage piercing
- [Tragus piercing](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/tragus-piercing/): tragus cartilage piercing
- [Kids & family piercing](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/kids/): age-appropriate ear piercing
- [Piercing aftercare](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/piercing-aftercare/): healing and downsize guidance
- [Sensitive-skin jewelry](https://losangelestattooshop.com/piercings/sensitive-skin-jewelry/): hypoallergenic options

## About & visit

- [About Apollo](https://losangelestattooshop.com/about-us/): the studio's story and standards
- [Best tattoo shops in LA / why Apollo](https://losangelestattooshop.com/best-tattoo-shops-in-los-angeles/): how we compare
- [Visit & directions](https://losangelestattooshop.com/santa-monica-map/): location and parking
- [Reviews](https://losangelestattooshop.com/reviews/): client reviews and ratings
- [Contact](https://losangelestattooshop.com/contact/): get in touch
- [Book an appointment](https://losangelestattooshop.com/booking/): schedule online