Tattoo FAQs

Welcome to our frequently asked questions.

Here we have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions and answered them. If you don’t see your question here please contact us on our contact page and we will be happy to answer your question. Thanks for stopping by!

Do you take walk-ins, or do you need an appointment?

We do take walk-ins however it is on a first come, first serve basis. It is best to call when we open at noon and check the availability of our artists. To guarantee a spot, we strongly recommend and encourage making an appointment.
How do I make an appointment, is there a deposit?

Yes, there is a deposit required. Making an appointment is easy, just contact us through our contact page form. Please include a detailed description of your design and send any pictures for reference. Let the artist know where on the body you’d like the tattoo and a size range.
Appointment Deposit Policy

Deposits for appointments are nonrefundable. There is $100 deposit per person that must be paid to make an appointment. Please note that we do not hold spots for appointments without the deposit in place.

We accept cash app, Venmo, PayPal, and Zelle for deposits. You must show up at the shop for your appointment within 15 minutes of the scheduled time. Changes to your appointment time and date are limited to 1 time and must be made 3 days or 72 hours in advance. If you cancel or reschedule during that 72-hour window you will lose your deposit. If you need to reschedule a second time for the same appointment a new deposit will be required.
If you show up at the agreed time and date the deposit will go toward the cost of your tattoo.

Thank you for understanding our policy on deposits for appointments!
Do I need my I.D.?
How old do I have to be?
Do you do piercings?
How soon will I hear back from the artist?

We check our messages in the order they were received. It should not take more than a couple of days to get a response from one of our artists. Timing matters, our artists work hard and if they are messaged at the end of a long shift, or on an off day it may take a day or so to get back to you. We do care and will get back to you as soon as we can.
What are the shop hours?
What forms of payment do you accept for the tattoo?
Can I see the drawing before the appointment?

Maybe. Our artists are constantly drawing and creating for their clients, many times the artist will be finalizing the design the night before the appointment. It is preferred to take advantage of all the time available to make sure the design is as awesome as it can possibly be. Each artist may have their own policy for viewing the drawing ahead, but we generally don’t send designs through messages. If your drawing is ready, you may stop into the shop to have a look.
Is there a charge for custom drawings?
How do I heal my new tattoo?

Tegaderm instructions:
Leave the patch on for 24 hours. Peel off from the top down, it’s supposed to hurt, and you’ll see a mirror image on the patch, that’s normal. Use a mild soap and wash thoroughly with your hand.

If you use a SECOND piece leave it on for 3 to 5 days. Make sure it’s dry and not stretched in a weird position when you put it on. If you notice any discomfort from wearing the patch, such as burning around the outside edges of the patch, remove it immediately.
Aftercare without Tegaderm or after 24-hour Tegaderm patch:

Leave the pad-like patch on for a few hours, or sleep in it if you like. When you remove the patch, use a mild soap and wash thoroughly with your hand. You will feel heat on the skin over the tattoo. While it has this heat do not use any products on it. Leave it alone, avoid taking a long hot shower or submerging the fresh tattoo underwater. The heat can last up to 3 days. Wear loose cotton clothing so it can breathe. Once the heat is gone and its is dry and itchy, use a light lotion on it to subdue the itch. Rub it all the way in and don’t overdo it. Let it heal about 2-3 weeks before swimming. Keep away from lakes and standing water.

If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to contact us. We want your tattoo to heal great and look awesome for years to come.

3927 Monroe Rd. Charlotte, NC 28205

p. 704-334-2707

Wed–Sun: 12:00pm–8:00pm

Ready to Get Started?

Cosmic Tattoos has proudly served the Charlotte community since 2002. We are passionate about creating the perfect design and tattoo for each person. Whether the tattoo is big or small we have the experience and are prepared to work with you to get the best result possible.

Call (704) 334-2707

Why Choose Us

Quality Tattoo Inks

We use quality tattoo inks that are certified sterile, cruelty-free, made in the USA, and vegan.

Clean Sanitary Environment

We take great pride in providing a clean and sanitary tattoo environment.

Friendly Environment

A welcoming environment where the tattoo artists help create and realize your vision.

Up-to-date Equipment

We use up-to-date, advanced tattoo equipment and aftercare products for an outstanding tattoo experience.

Passion for Tattoos

At Cosmic Tattoos, we are passionate about creating the perfect design and tattoo for each person.

Creative Tattoo Artist

Emily is an extremely creative tattoo artist and is dedicated to bringing your idea to life on your skin.