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Tattoo, Piercing & Beauty Studios Along Newport Avenue in Ocean Beach

Where can I get a tattoo in Ocean Beach?

OB packs seven qualifying tattoo studios into roughly one square mile of 92107, giving it one of the densest tattoo corridors in San Diego. Family Business Tattoo on Newport Avenue leads the pack and is widely regarded as OB's flagship ink studio. Chapter One Tattoo and Propaganda Tattoo both sit nearby and carry strong reputations for custom work.

South of Newport, Clementine Tattoo and Ace Tattooing Co handle everything from fine-line pieces to traditional American flash. Last Days Tattoo Parlor and Ocean Beach Tattoo & Piercing round out the roster. No two shops work the same style, which is why people drive to OB specifically for ink.

What is the best tattoo shop in Ocean Beach?

Family Business Tattoo carries the deepest review base of any tattoo shop in OB and holds a perfect rating. The studio specializes in custom pieces and draws clients from well beyond 92107. Clementine Tattoo also holds a perfect score with a loyal following for its detailed line work.

Propaganda Tattoo and Chapter One Tattoo both rank near the top as well. The right shop depends on the style you want—OB's range covers traditional, Japanese, realism, blackwork, and fine-line, so most clients book a consultation to match the artist to the piece.

How much does a tattoo cost in Ocean Beach?

Tattoo pricing in OB varies by size, detail, and artist experience. Most shops set a minimum around $80 to $100 for small flash pieces, with custom work typically priced by the hour. Hourly rates across 92107 generally range from $150 to $250 depending on the artist's demand and the complexity of the design.

Larger pieces—sleeves, back panels, chest work—are usually quoted as flat-rate projects after a consultation. Several OB shops offer free consultations to estimate cost before booking, which is standard practice at studios like Family Business Tattoo and Chapter One Tattoo. Pricing in OB is generally in line with Pacific Beach and Hillcrest shops.

Where can I get a piercing in Ocean Beach?

Apogee Body Piercing is OB's dedicated piercing studio and the highest-reviewed piercing business in the neighborhood. The shop handles everything from standard ear and nostril piercings to cartilage, septum, and body work, using implant-grade materials.

Ocean Beach Tattoo & Piercing also offers piercing alongside its tattoo services for people who want both done under one roof on the same visit. For a wider selection of dedicated piercing studios, Pacific Beach carries additional options up the coast, but Apogee is the local standard in OB.

Where can I get waxing in Ocean Beach?

Swanky Sugar is OB's standout waxing studio—a dedicated waxing specialist rather than a salon that bolts waxing onto a menu of other services. The studio uses sugar-based waxing and has built a strong following in 92107 for full-body and Brazilian services.

For additional waxing options beyond OB, European Wax Center in Point Loma runs a franchise model with consistent pricing and availability, and Beachside Wax and Glow in Point Loma carries a perfect rating for its combination of waxing and skincare.

Where can I get lash extensions in Ocean Beach?

Lash and brow services in OB are handled through beauty studios that bundle them alongside other appearance work. The Rooted Fox offers lash services and brow shaping with a small, appointment-only model that OB regulars rely on. Total Beauty Bar covers lashes as part of its broader beauty menu.

OB Hair and Nails also handles lash and beauty work alongside its hair and nail offerings. OB does not have a dedicated high-volume lash lounge—most studios here are independent, one- or two-chair operations. For franchise lash bars, Point Loma carries options closer to the Liberty Station corridor.

Can I get a walk-in tattoo in Ocean Beach?

Some OB tattoo shops accept walk-ins for small flash pieces when chairs are open, especially on weekday afternoons. Last Days Tattoo Parlor and Ocean Beach Tattoo & Piercing are among the studios that take drop-in clients when schedules allow.

For custom work, booking in advance is standard at every OB studio. Artists at Family Business Tattoo and Propaganda Tattoo typically book out weeks ahead, so walk-in availability depends on the shop and the size of the piece. A quick call before showing up saves a wasted trip.

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Tattoo Shops, Piercing & Waxing in Ocean Beach 92107

All Beauty & Skin

Family Business Tattoo San Diego

Swanky Sugar

Clementine Tattoo

Propaganda Tattoo

Chapter One Tattoo

The Rooted Fox

Total Beauty Bar

Ocean Beach Tattoo & Piercing

Beauty By Victoria

Tanya Joy Wellness

Sunset Skin Waxing

Johanna's Skin Care

Kevin Griffin Tattoos

Luminous Hair Design

SkinLush | Skin Care by Elisha

Western Electric Tattoo

The Sunkissed Mane at Studio Forty Eighty

Last Days Tattoo Parlor

Ace Tattooing Co

Apogee Tattoo

Skin Tonix Mobile Spa

OB Hair and Nails

Apogee Body Piercing

CVS

ReNeW By ReNeE

Sharon Mc Efee's Skin Clinic

Solitude Face & Body Care

Spa De Mar