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A customer walks into the studio, places his smartphone on the table—and shows a tattoo that he wants to have inked “exactly like that.” Hyperrealistic, with microscopically fine lines, extreme contrasts, and vibrant colors that almost seem to glow.
Tattoo oil is a topic of debate during the healing phase—we wanted to find out if it’s really better than cream and balm
With the tattoo price calculator, you can easily estimate the approximate cost of your dream tattoo. Whether it’s a small symbol or a large back piece—just enter the size, style, and details to get an instant, realistic cost estimate. Transparent, fast, and free.
Breaking news: The Swiss tattoo collective “2nd Skin” has opened its new flagship studio at Zurich Main Station (ShopVille) and is now open 365 days a year—including Sundays and holidays.
Whether you’re a traveler, commuter, or local—at this exclusive location, tattoo and piercing enthusiasts can get piercings on the spot, choose from a wide selection of high-quality piercing jewelry, or have a custom tattoo designed. With this new opening, “2nd Skin” impressively underscores that tattoos and piercings have long since become mainstream—and the city of Zurich is thereby cementing its reputation as Switzerland’s tattoo hotspot.
Piercings are no longer just jewelry or a fashion statement—they can also have a positive impact on your well-being. We’re hearing more and more about so-called acupuncture piercings, which target specific points in the ear and are based on the principles of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
Can people with tattoos or piercings donate blood? There are still persistent myths and misconceptions surrounding blood donation. Together with Franziska Kellenberger, Head of Marketing and Communications at Blutspende SRK Schweiz AG, we’re putting an end to these misconceptions once and for all. In this exclusive interview, you’ll learn everything you need to know about donating blood after getting a tattoo or piercing.
“Every disparaging glance, every hurtful comment felt like a stab to my soul—until I decided to replace that pain with the healing pricks of a tattoo and give my scars a new, powerful meaning.”
“Art is a mirror of the soul, and tattoos are one of the most personal reflections of all.”
The Swiss tattoo scene is growing and thriving—yet many reputable tattoo studios feel let down by the authorities. Although a registration requirement for tattoo artists has been in effect throughout Switzerland since 2017, its implementation remains patchy and largely opaque.
A fascinating glimpse into the work of one of the most famous tattoo artists of our time. When you think of tattoo art at the very highest level, you can’t overlook Boris. Born in 1972 in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary, he began tattooing in 1992—at a time when tattoos were nowhere near as accepted as they are today. Nevertheless, he fearlessly threw himself into the adventure and, with his indomitable will combined with talent and a love of experimentation, catapulted himself to the top of the international scene.
Stricter regulations on tattoo inks have been in effect in Switzerland since February 1, 2025. With the Ordinance on Articles Intended to Come into Contact with the Human Body (817.023.41), the Federal Department of Home Affairs (EDI) has largely adopted the EU’s REACH Regulation. The goal is to minimize health risks posed by problematic color pigments and additives.