Minor Lobby Policy

At War Horse Ink, we understand that being a parent can make finding time to attend an appointment without your kids present can be difficult. However, having babies or children in any of our tattoo or piercing areas can cause accidents, disruptions, and distract our body piercers and artists from safely completing the work they’re here to do. We do not condone leaving babies or children in cars, unattended in our lobby, or left alone or to their own devices in a way that may lead to harm. That being said, we ask that if children or babies are brought to appointments, they stay in the lobby with another trusted adult in your party for the entirety of your appointment. ​

Identification Needed for Adults

​Clients ages 18 and older are required to bring a state issued photo ID to their appointment in order to properly complete paperwork. For example, if Mr. Addams wanted to get a tattoo, he would make an appointment with an artist he likes and trusts. On the day of his appointment, Mr. Addams would bring his driver’s license so that he could complete the necessary paperwork. Accepted forms of ID for clients ages 18 and older include state issued photo ID, state issued driver’s license, or a passport.

Without the necessary identification, we cannot administer any services.

Identification Needed for Minors

Clients under the age of 18 are to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Both the guardian and the minor need to have a valid form of identification with them at the time of their appointment in order to properly complete paperwork. For example, if Mrs. Addams wanted to bring her 16-year-old son Pugsley to War Horse Ink for a tattoo, she would make an appointment or consultation with an artist she likes and trusts. On the day of her appointment, Mrs. Addams would bring a state-issued driver’s license for herself and a birth certificate for Pugsley so that she is properly identifying both herself and her child. Acceptable forms of ID for clients under the age of 18 and their respective parent/guardian include a birth certificate, passport, a state issued driver’s license, and/or a state issued photo ID. If the guardian present is not the parent of the minor client, or is not a parent listed on the birth certificate, we require a letter of guardianship proving that the minor client is under the care of said guardian. 

If proper identification is not presented at the time of requested service, we cannot start work.

Booking Information

Visit our team page and click on the artist you’re interested in booking with to inquire about an appointment. Since our team is so large, every artist books for themselves.

Contact our shop line at 330-541-0063 if you do not have an artist in mind or are happy to be tattooed by anyone in the company. Our receptionist will reach out to the artists and have one reach out to you as soon as possible.

What do I need for my piercing appointment?

It is important to have had a full meal before your tattoo appointment, so that’s step one. Clients who do not eat beforehand are more likely to pass out or experience lightheadedness during tattoo and piercing appointments!

As for physical items, you’ll need your ID. Payment-wise, we accept all credit and debit cards, cash, and tap-to-pay (like Apple Pay). We DO NOT accept personal checks.

You can also bring a water bottle, a snack or two to keep your blood sugar up, and a battle buddy to sit with you during your tattoo/piercing.

Contact your artist for more information on what to bring to your appointment if you’re worried about being unprepared or want individual advice!

How Old Do I Have to Be to Get Pierced?

Lobes: Under 13 requires appointment
(Portage County: 10+)(Cuyahoga County: 7+)

Helix: 14+

Conch, Rook, Tragus, Forward Helix: 15+

Nostril, Seputum, & Eyebrow: 16+

Navel: 16 & 17 requires appointment (18+ walk in)

Industrial, Daith, Anti-Tragus, Snug, Bridge, High Nostrils, Oral, Nipples: 18+

Stretching: 16+

Genital Piercings 21+

Christina

Scrotum

Frenum

“Jacob’s Ladder”

Outer/inner labia

Guiche

VCH (Vertical Clitorial Hood)

Prince Albert

If there is another piercing you are looking for that is not listed, please ask! We do offer genital piercings as a custom specialty. Please consult a piercer to get more info! Unfortunately, we do not offer surface/dermals. snake eyes/frog eyes (horizontal tongue), or smiley, frenulum (tongue webbing) piercings.

New Body Piercing Aftercare

Body Piercing Aftercare

– Always start by washing hands and checking the security of the jewelry ends.
– Gently rinse the area with sterile saline or warm shower water to remove any physical debris that has built up around the piercing channel. – Gently pat dry the area with a clean paper towel. Some piercings may require an extra drying step to ensure all water is removed, if
needed use a hair dryer on a low cool setting to gently dry. Your body piercer will let you know if this last step will be needed.
– Repeat this process twice daily for the recommended time frame from your body piercer.
– Resist the urge to touch and play with the jewelry, as we want to minimize the amount of movement during the healing process and keep the area clean.
– Some piercings require a downsize of initial jewelry to continue the healing process, which your piercer will inform you if you need a follow up appointment.
– ​Refrain from swimming or submerging in water for the first 4-6 weeks of healing

Oral Piercing Aftercare

General Oral Aftercare
– Start by washing hands and check the security of the jewelry ends.
– Rinse your mouth with alcohol free mouth wash for 30-60 seconds 2 times daily.

For Tongue Piercings
– Gently clean the tongue with toothbrush around the piercing site twice daily.
– Purchasing a new toothbrush after receiving a new oral piercing is always recommended.
– Rinse well with cool clean water after eating or drinking.

For Lip and Cheek Piercings
– Cleaning the outside of the tissue is also necessary.
– Rinse the area with sterile saline to remove any physical debris.
– Resist the urge to touch and play with jewelry.
– Oral piercings will require a downsize of the initial jewelry, your body piercer will recommend the best time frame for you to come in for a follow up appointment.
– It is also recommended to stop use of any whitening products.
– Drinking cool water will help with initial swelling.

Important Information
Always wash hands prior to cleaning any new body piercing.
Be aware that all surfaces have bacteria on them, especially cell phones,
so new body piercings should only be touched when being cared for with clean hands.
It is your responsibility to take these appropriate measures to ensure your new piercing heals.
If there are any questions, always contact your piercer. If you suspect an infection, please contact your medical professional.