Category: BLOG

  • Finding the Right Tattoo Studio in Dublin for Your Next Piece

    Guide • March 2026 Finding the Right Tattoo Studio in Dublin Dublin has more tattoo studios than ever before. From Temple Bar to Capel Street, from Parnell Square to George’s Street, there are dozens of options — and that can make choosing the right one feel overwhelming. A tattoo is something you carry for life. Read more

  • Essential Tattoo Aftercare Tips

    Aftercare • March 2026 📋 Please Read Before You Start This guide provides general aftercare advice based on standard tattoo healing. It is not a substitute for medical advice and may not apply to everyone. If you have a skin condition, are prone to allergies, are immunocompromised, take medications that affect healing, or have any Read more

  • Tips for Managing Tattoo Pain

    Guide • March 2026 Let’s be honest: yes, tattoos hurt. But probably not as much as you think. The most common thing we hear from first-timers at XOXO is: “That was way more manageable than I expected.” The anxiety beforehand is almost always worse than the actual experience. That said, pain varies hugely depending on Read more

  • How to Book a Tattoo Appointment: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Guide • March 2026 Booking a tattoo shouldn’t feel complicated. But if you’ve never done it before, the process can seem unclear — especially if different studios do things differently. At XOXO Tattoo Studio on Capel Street, we’ve made booking as straightforward as possible. Whether you want a small flash piece or a multi-session custom Read more