Tattoo Shops in Irvine, CA
2 studios in and around Irvine, California — call ahead even for walk-ins — a shop with five artists can still be booked solid on a Saturday, and piercing hours often differ from tattoo hours.
Body Works Custom Compression
320 Santa Barbara, Irvine, CA 92606-0807
Sofia Permanent Makeup
3800 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606-1200
Tip: weekday afternoons are the easiest time to get a walk-in seat — Friday and Saturday fill with appointments by noon. For custom work, message the artist a week ahead with reference images; a deposit of $50–100 that counts toward the final price is standard practice, not a red flag.