Friday the 13th Tattoos NYC: $50 Flash at Cherry Bomb
$50 Friday the 13th tattoos at Cherry Bomb Studio in NYC on November 13, 2026. Walk-in flash tattoos from noon at 231 Eldridge Street, Manhattan.
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Looking for a Queer Tattoo Artist in NYC? Here's How to Find Your Shop
If you're searching for a queer tattoo artist, you probably already know the feeling you're after. You want to walk into a place where you can be yourself and nobody talks you out of the design you want. Where you don't…
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The Secret to Healing Your Tattoo Faster: The little mistakes that drag out your heal, and the easy routine that actually works
What’s the fastest way to heal a tattoo? Honestly, just taking care of it. There’s no real shortcut, but if you follow these directions, your tattoo will heal up as fast as it possibly can. As a shop owner I get this…
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"Is There a Female Piercer Available?" What People Are Really Asking
At least once a week, someone walks into Cherry Bomb, hangs out by the counter for a second, and shyly asks if there's a woman who can do their piercing. Or if any of our piercers are queer. The answer is always the sam…
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NYC Piercing Reality Check: Why Cheap Piercings Cost You More
If you’re looking for the cheapest piercing in New York City, I get it, everything is expensive, but this is one of those things where cheaper usually just means you’re going to deal with problems later.
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Friday the 13th Tattoos in NYC: 100 Flash Designs at Cherry Bomb
Friday the 13th is coming up, and this time we got a little out of control. We usually make 50 designs for our Friday the 13th flash event. This time we somehow ended up making 100. The designs have already dropped, so …
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Alysa Liu's Smiley Piercing Is Everywhere. Here's Why We Don't Do Them.
If you’ve been seeing people talk about Alysa Liu’s smiley piercing, that’s because her look, and especially her piercing, got a ton of attention during the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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Friday the 13th Tattoo Deals in NYC
Join Cherry Bomb Studio, a queer owned tattoo & piercing shop, next Friday the 13th through Valentine’s Day weekend for $50 flash deals + little treats throughout the day. We are dropping 50 exclusive $50 tattoo designs…
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What to Expect at Cherry Bomb on Friday the 13th
If you've never done a Friday the 13th tattoo event in NYC, here's the deal: Cherry Bomb's version is fast, high-energy, and totally no-frills. And honestly? That's what makes it great.
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Why Genital Piercings Are Suddenly So Popular (and Why the VCH Keeps Winning)
We quietly added genital piercings to the menu at Cherry Bomb last week…and five people booked immediately.
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Friday the 13th Tattoo Deals in NYC: What to Know Before You Go
Friday the 13th tattoos are a staple of tattoo culture, and as it so happens, NYC is one of the best places to experience it. Shops across the city celebrate with flash tattoo deals, small black and grey designs at disc…
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The Tattoo Experience Clients Are Actually Looking For
By the time someone comes into Cherry Bomb, they’ve often already tried another shop that made them feel smaller than they walked in. Although the reasons vary, the result was the same. Their experience wasn’t centered …
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Adorned and Autonomous: Queer Approaches to Beauty
The mainstream beauty industry has spent decades teaching queer and trans people to doubt themselves by telling us we are too masc, too femme, too much of this, not enough of that, wrong body, face, everything, and, fin…
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Body Modification as Self Authorship: Piercing and Queer Identity
Our bodies and our identities rarely work in perfect harmony. For those navigating gender, sexuality, and self expression, the body can feel foreign, something assigned, not chosen, and every selfie is a reminder of the…
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The Femme Gaze: Rewriting Tattoo History from the Inside Out
For much of tattoo history, the art form was defined through the male gaze. Women and femmes appeared in the imagery but rarely behind the machine. Their stories were about being looked at, not looking back.
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Ink, Metal & Desire: How Queer Bodies Rewrote the Rules
You’re lying on black leather, willingly allowing a needle to pierce your skin, completely vulnerable in a stranger's hands, questioning every moment that brought you here. The artist leans close, breath warm on your ne…
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Piercing Rejection: What It Actually Is (And What It's Not)
Okay, let's talk about one of the most misunderstood things in the piercing world: rejection. I swear, every week someone comes in convinced their piercing is rejecting when it's just doing normal healing stuff. But the…
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Why You Shouldn't Use Tea Tree Oil on Piercings (and What to Do Instead)
If you've ever Googled "piercing bump cure," you've probably seen tea tree oil recommended in forums or TikToks. It sounds natural, so it must be safe... right? Not quite.
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Tattoo Trends Are Moving Faster Than We Can Heal
From flash fads to copycat chaos, here's what the algorithm is doing to our skin and our sanity.
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How to Talk to Your Tattoo Artist Like a Pro
Walking into a tattoo studio can feel intimidating, especially when everyone else seems to know exactly what they're doing. Here's the thing though, even the most seasoned tattoo collectors felt nervous their first time…
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Two Tattoos: Why the Price Difference?
Imagine this: You and your best friend decide to get matching tattoos. Tiny, cute, identical tattoos that perfectly capture your friendship. Easy, right? But when you get to the tattoo studio, you notice something weird…
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Walk-In or Appointment: How It Works
Saturday morning, you scroll past a flash sheet on our feed and the itch hits. Do you grab your jacket and head straight over, or do you pull up the booking page and pick a date? Here’s the plain truth.
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Tattoo Pricing Cheat Sheet: Size, Detail, Time
No two tattoos cost the same, but this should clear up the big numbers before you walk in.
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Let's Talk: Getting and Healing Piercings While HSV+
A herpes diagnosis is nothing to be ashamed of and shouldn’t prevent you from getting body modifications. However, extra care and precautions are needed in order to guarantee proper healing.
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The Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Piercing Guns
Why We Say “No” to Piercing Guns and Their Quiet Cousins, the Hand-Squeeze Device.
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The 7 Top Tattoo Styles You Should Know for Summer
Because ink looks better when it's sun-kissed (with SPF, duh)
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Tattoos & Meds: The Cherry Bomb Cheat Sheet
Ink dreams meet pill bottles more often than people think. In most cases the combo is totally chill, but a few prescriptions can throw a wrench in the healing. Here is the straight talk on when to book, when to wait, an…
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Inked Without Fear: A Cherry Bomb guide to getting tattooed or pierced when you’re living with HIV
Living with HIV doesn’t sideline your style. You still get to claim every inch of skin with ink or jewelry, and nobody gets to tell you otherwise. This is how we keep it safe, smash the stigma, and make sure your rights…
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Where Beauty Meets Bold: Cherry Bomb Studio Redefines Body Art on the Lower East Side
Walk along Eldridge Street and you will spot it right away: bright pink decals in the windows, neon lights, and the steady buzz of tattoo machines mixed with a feel-good playlist. Cherry Bomb Studio is the Lower East Si…
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Pop-Ups, Parties, and All That Sparkles: Events at Cherry Bomb
At Cherry Bomb, we don’t just stay behind the studio walls. We love bringing our flash tattoos, tooth gems, and energy out into the world. Whether we’re setting up shop at a bar, working a private party, or adding spark…
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The Truth About Tattoo Healing: What Science (and Your Tattooer) Says You Should Be Doing
Whether it's your first tattoo or your fiftieth, proper aftercare makes the difference between a smooth heal and a patchy, scarred mess. Tattoo artists all have their go-to tips (and we've got plenty), but what does act…
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What Should I Do If the Gem Falls Off and I Swallow It?
So you're enjoying your tooth gem and suddenly realize it's not there anymore... and you think you might have swallowed it. First of all, don't panic. This happens more often than you'd think and it's usually not a big …
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How to communicate with your Tattoo Artist and Speak their language with confidence
Getting your first tattoo can feel like stepping into a whole new world; one filled with amazing art, exciting possibilities, and (let's be real) some confusing jargon. If you've ever tried to describe your dream tattoo…
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What Should I Do If My Piercing Shows Signs of Infection?(And How to Tell If It's Actually Just Irritation)
Got a new piercing that looks... off? You're not alone. One of the most common concerns after getting a piercing is figuring out whether what you're seeing is normal, irritation, or an actual infection. And yes, there's…
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Can I Bring My Own Tattoo Design? Here's What You Need to Know Before Your Appointment
So, you've got a tattoo idea. Maybe it's something you drew yourself, a piece of flash art you saw online, or a collage of images you're obsessed with. Whatever it is, you're probably wondering: Can I bring my own tatto…
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What Are Tooth Gems? And Why Cherry Bomb Studio in NYC Does Them Best
If you're searching for tooth gems in NYC, you're in the right place. At Cherry Bomb Studio, we've been offering high-quality, professional tooth gem services since 2018, way before they blew up on TikTok and Instagram.…
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Tattoo Styles Breakdown: The Real Deal From A Shop Owner
So I’ve been running my tattoo shop in NYC for years now, and one thing I keep seeing is how confused people get about all these different tattoo styles. You’re scrolling through Instagram seeing “Traditional” and “Neo-…
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Queer and Trans-Friendly Tattoo Artists in NYC: Inclusive & Safe Studios
I’ve been tattooing in NYC for years now and one thing that keeps coming up is how hard it can be to find LGBTQ+ inclusive, queer and trans-friendly tattoo shops in NYC where folks actually feel comfortable. NYC is supp…
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Are Piercing Guns Safe? What Professional Piercers Want You to Know
If you're thinking about getting pierced, especially something simple like an earlobe, you might be tempted to walk into a mall kiosk or chain jewelry store. But here's the thing: a lot of those places still use piercin…
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Walk-In Tattoo Shop in NYC: Everything You Need to Know
I’ve been running my walk-in-friendly, queer-inclusive tattoo shop in NYC for years now, and I wanted to drop some real knowledge about the walk-in tattoo scene here. Whether you’re just visiting or a local searching fo…
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Unsafe Piercings We Don't Offer And Why
At Cherry Bomb Studio, safety, ethics, and anatomy-based piercing practices are our top priorities. While some piercings might look impressive on social media platforms like Pinterest or TikTok, this doesn't necessarily…
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Cherry Bomb Studio: Queer, Femme, Punk Rock Tattoos in the Lower East Side
At Cherry Bomb Studio, located in the heart of New York City's Lower East Side, we've crafted a unique tattoo experience that's true to who we are. We’re queer & femme, artists making art and building a space where ever…
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Does Getting a Tattoo Hurt? A Real Talk Breakdown
So, let's just get it out of the way: yes, tattoos hurt. But how much? That depends on a few things: your pain tolerance, where you're getting it, how long you're sitting, and honestly, how chill you are with discomf…
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Piercing Aftercare: How to Keep Your New Jewelry Happy
When getting a new piercing, the excitement of adding a unique touch to your style often comes with questions about the cost. Why do prices vary so much from one studio to another? What goes into determining the price o…
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Decoding the Price Tag: What Goes Into the Cost of a Professional Piercing
When getting a new piercing, the excitement of adding a unique touch to your style often comes with questions about the cost. Why do prices vary so much from one studio to another? What goes into determining the price o…
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This is Your Sign to Hire a Tattoo Artist for Your Wedding
So you're planning a wedding, right? Congrats! You've probably thought about rings, vows, and a killer playlist. But how about making your big day extra special with a tattoo artist?
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Decoding the Price Tag: How Much Do Tattoos Cost?
Whether you like it or not, tattoos have become a mainstream form of self-expression, with people from all walks of life adorning their bodies with tattooed art. However, knowing the various factors influencing the cost…
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Threadless Jewelry: The Ins and Outs
When it comes to piercing jewelry, a wide range of choices are available, each with unique appeal. Although threadless jewelry has been around since 1997, it has recently seen a lot of popularity in traditional jewelry …
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Getting a Tattoo in the Summer Months: Special Care
Healing a tattoo in the summer requires a little extra care due to the increased exposure to sunlight, heat, and potential sweating. Here are some tips to help you heal your tattoo during the summer months:
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What’s in a Name? Piercing Names and Locations
When Googling, you may find many different names for the same piercing. Why is this? The variation in names for the same piercing can be attributed to several factors.
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The Pain Game: Ranking Tattoo Pain Levels on Different Body Parts
Tattoos are a beautiful form of self-expression, but let's be honest—getting one can be a little painful. While pain tolerance varies from person to person, certain body parts elicit more intense reactions than others. …
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What Its Like to Get a Tattoo at Cherry Bomb Studio?
If you're a resident or transplant to NYC, you know self-expression is vital, and tattoos are the ultimate form of wearable art. When getting a tattoo, Cherry Bomb Studio in NYC is the place to be, taking daily walk-ins.
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Veeners and Tooth Gems: Are They a Good Match?
One of the most common questions we receive at Cherry Bomb Studio is some variation of "Can I get tooth gems over veneers?"
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A Guide to Getting a Walk-In Tattoo at Cherry Bomb Studio
There's something to be said about spontaneous tattoos, and what better place to get one than at Cherry Bomb Studio? Located in the heart of New York City, Cherry Bomb Studio is a tattoo and piercing shop known for its …
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