Permanent Makeup and Cosmetic Tattooing Studios in Illinois
45 of the 935 tattoo shops we track in Illinois have permanent makeup services. This directory features licensed studios and certified technicians offering cosmetic tattooing services, including microblading, powder brows, lip blush, and permanent eyeliner. Unlike traditional body tattoos, permanent makeup uses specialized pigment formulations placed into the upper dermal layer. Prior to scheduling, verify if the technician requires a consultation or patch test and clarify whether the mandatory touch-up session is included in the base price. Full listings for every city are on the Illinois page.
Chicago 8
Chi Town Tattoo & Body Piercing Walk-ins welcomePiercingCover-ups
5056 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60630-3822
🕒 11am-2am daily
Chicago Ink Tattoo & Body Piercing 2 Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom designCover-ups
3318 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641-4001
Chicago Ink Tattoo & Permanent Makeup Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom designCover-ups
5415 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641-2530
Chicago Inked Studios PiercingCustom designCover-ups
5360 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60651
MarioInk Walk-ins welcomeCustom design
1441 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622-2258
Removery Tattoo Removal and Fading Cover-upsCard accepted
4347 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-1772
Ritual Aesthetics Walk-ins welcomeCustom design
1724 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-5324
Vamoose Tattoo Removal
1864 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Geneva 3
Aligned Beauty Studio Piercing
423 Hamilton St, Geneva, IL 60134-2136
🕒 Mon 5pm-8pm, Wed 11am-6pm, Thu 11am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm
Ink and Arch Microblading Studio
1610 Commons Dr, Geneva, IL 60134-2531
Bradley 2
Oak and Ember Tattoo Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom design
103 N Kinzie Ave, Bradley, IL 60915-1741
🕒 Tue-Sat 12-8pm
Tinted by Ari Appointment only
1111 Blatt Blvd, Bradley, IL 60915-1905
Decatur 2
Decatur Body Art Walk-ins welcomePiercing
952 E Eldorado St, Decatur, IL 62521-1966
🕒 Mon 12pm-5pm, Tue 12pm-5pm, Wed By Appointment, Thu 12pm-5pm
It's Just A Little Prick PiercingAppointment only
1051 W Eldorado St, Decatur, IL 62522-2019
🕒 Tue-Fri appt only, Sat appt only
Downers Grove 2
Golden Sparrow Tattoo Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom designCover-ups
1911 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515-2602
🕒 Open 7 days 11am-9pm
Tattoonook Custom designAppointment only
7315 Lemont Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60516-3807
Naperville 2
Advanced Cosmetics, Erin Golightly Card accepted
715 E Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL 60563-2832
Naperville Beauty Bar Piercing
612 E Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL 60563-3237
🕒 Mon-Fri 11-7pm, Sat-Sun appointment only
Oak Forest 2
Heidi Rago Custom Body Art Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom design
15701 Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452-3628
🕒 Sun-Sat 11am-9pm
Silver Raven Tattoos Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom design
15701 Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452-3628
🕒 Sun-Sat 11am-9pm
Roscoe 2
Cass Tats Piercing
5348 Williams Dr, Roscoe, IL 61073-7320
Skin Deep Studio Piercing
5348 Williams Dr, Roscoe, IL 61073-7320
Schaumburg 2
Atmosphere Tattoo Gallery Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom designCover-ups
301 W Golf Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60195-5344
🕒 Monday-Saturday 12-10 PM Sunday 12-8 PM
Brow Works Permanent Makeup & Fine Line Tattoos Appointment only
2509 W Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194-3887
Algonquin 1
The Happy Brow Custom designAppointment only
1115 Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102-3577
Arlington Heights 1
SABI Studio
119 E. Main St, Arlington Heights, IL 60010
Bensenville 1
Arcane Tattoo Studio Piercing
1346 W Irving Park Rd, Bensenville, IL 60106-1700
Carbondale 1
Kindness Tattoos & Gallery Custom designAppointment only
212 S University Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901-2925
Crystal Lake 1
Full Moon Tattoo Piercing
4702 IL-176, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Elburn 1
Five-O Tattoo PiercingCustom designAppointment only
109 E North St, Elburn, IL 60119-7013
🕒 Tue 10am-7pm, Wed 12pm-9pm, Thu 10am-9pm, Fri 12pm-9pm, Sat 10am-9pm, Sun/Mon closed
Evanston 1
Franklin Park 1
Atmosphere Tattoo Gallery PiercingCover-ups
9729 Grand Ave, Franklin Park, IL 60131-3358
🕒 Mon-Sat 12-10pm, Sun 12-8pm
Glen Ellyn 1
Hinsdale 1
Indian Head Park 1
Lynwood 1
State Line Tattoo Co. Walk-ins welcomeCustom design
21583 Lincoln Hwy, Lynwood, IL 60411-8745
🕒 Tues-Sat 12-9pm, Closed Mon-Sun
Mahomet 1
Smith + Co Studios Piercing
1826 Patton Dr, Mahomet, IL 61853
🕒 Mon-Fri 10-6pm, Sat 8-8pm, Sun closed
Monmouth 1
Iconic Arch and Beauty
112 S 1st St, Monmouth, IL 61462
🕒 Tues/Wed/Thurs/Sat varies, Mon/Sun closed
North Aurora 1
Artistic Theories Tattoo and Gallery Custom designCover-upsAppointment onlyCard accepted
1029 Kilbery Ln, North Aurora, IL 60542-4614
🕒 10-7pm general, by appointment only
Oak Lawn 1
Microblading Boutique
4540 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453-7218
Oak Park 1
Midwest Microblading Appointment only
1100 Lake St, Oak Park, IL 60301-1002
Rockford 1
City Girl Lashes
6785 Weaver Rd, Rockford, IL 61114-8055
Warrenville 1
Krystle Harte LLC Piercing
4S100 N State Route 59, Warrenville, IL 60563
Westchester 1
Cosmetically Ink'd
10710 31st St, Westchester, IL 60154-5111
Also in Illinois
- Piercing Shops194
- Walk-In Tattoo Shops104
- Custom Tattoo Design Studios143
- Cover-Up Tattoo Artists61
- Studios Offering Professional Ear Piercings20
- Neo Traditional Tattoo Artists and Studios19
- Fine Line and Single Needle Tattoo Artists13
Good to know about permanent makeup and cosmetic tattooing studios
How much does permanent makeup cost on average?
Initial eyebrow, eyeliner, or lip blush procedures typically cost between $350 and $900. Required follow-up touch-up sessions, usually performed 6 to 8 weeks later, range from $100 to $300 if not included in the original package.
How long does permanent makeup last before needing a touch-up?
Cosmetic tattoos generally last between 1 and 3 years depending on skin type, lifestyle, and technique. Oily skin, frequent sun exposure, and skincare products containing retinol or glycolic acid will cause the pigment to fade faster.
What is the healing timeline for permanent makeup?
Surface healing takes 7 to 14 days, during which slight flaking and darkening occur. Full color stabilization and deeper tissue healing take 4 to 6 weeks, after which the final touch-up can be safely performed.
Where can I buy body jewelry near me?
High-quality body jewelry is available at professional piercing studios and dedicated body art shops throughout Illinois. You can browse 45 verified locations across the region offering titanium, gold, and implant-grade steel jewelry. Check individual listings to find nearby shops selling sanitized, studio-grade options.
Who accepts Apple Pay near me?
Many modern tattoo studios and piercing shops accept contact-free payments like Apple Pay for appointments and merchandise. In Illinois, our directory includes 45 top-rated studios offering convenient payment options. Contact individual shops from our listings to confirm their accepted payment methods before your visit.