Review of Skinstories
Skinstories: A Tattoo Shop with a Mixed Reputation
Skinstories is a tattoo shop located in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The shop offers a range of tattoo services, including custom designs, cover-ups, and piercings. The shop is open seven days a week, but the hours vary, so it is best to call ahead before visiting.
Skinstories has a mixed reputation among customers. Some customers have had positive experiences with the shop, praising the cleanliness of the shop and the friendliness of the staff. Customers have also praised the work of some of the artists, including Vanna and Matt.
However, other customers have had negative experiences with the shop. Some customers have complained about the quality of the tattoos they received, with one customer describing their tattoo as a "jacked up tattoo." Other customers have complained about the lack of professionalism from the staff, including one customer who claimed that the staff stole money from them.
Despite the mixed reputation, Skinstories remains a popular tattoo shop in the Detroit Lakes area. Customers who are interested in getting a tattoo or piercing should do their research before visiting the shop. It is recommended that customers read reviews from previous customers and ask to see examples of the artist's work before committing to a tattoo.
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- In-store shopping
Katie Klein
L😆ve this place! First time there, and they made me feel so at home. The decor is badass and the people are fun and very welcoming. I was especially impressed at how they took the time to ensure the placement of my piercings were as close to perfect as can be, and exactly as I wanted them. They walked me through the steps, answered all my questions and made the piercing process as painless as possible! Thanks guys! I will be back!
David Abeldgaard
Loved it! Just got my tattoo done by Justin (cupcake). He did an amazing job!! The quality is great and it was well priced. Highly recommend this place. I know for sure I'm going back.
suzie in the making
I went in as a visitor from out of town looking to downsize my bridge piercing from the initial swell barbell to one that fits snug. The woman who tried helping me was very kind and patient, but didn't know that the bridge piercing needs a straight post. I had to tell her the gauge of the barbell, and the selection for lengths were just not it. The barbells were all externally threaded (which will cause much more irritation to a freshly healed piercing, or any piercing really), and she was having a hard time finding ball ends that matched in size. All of the jewelry was in Plano boxes, not individually wrapped. She was not wearing gloves as she sorted through the hodgepodge of barbells and balls. After looking at the display case and realizing the quality of jewelry they offer is nothing you couldn't find for bulk on Amazon, I decided to just get my bridge downsized back at home where the front end is just as knowledgeable about jewelry as the piercers. She really tried to help, but this shop just isn't the most clean or professional if you are looking for piercings.. maybe I'm just used to the selection from big cities so I gave them the benefit out the doubt and gave 3 stars for a 1 star worthy selection.
Kerry Klaers
This is a great tattoo shop. Vanna and Matt are my wife and mine tattoo artists. I highly recommend anyone wanting a great tattoo to check them out. Amazing work!
Breanna Sazama
The apprentice isn't very good. His lines are very crooked. I was disappointed and upset with my tattoos and they were small. The people are very nice and the owner was willing to fix mine but I probably won't go back there.
Sarah Bailey
I was here back when it was tank's tattoo. I have a lot of respect for the artist who did my tat.i don't remember the artist's name or if he still even works there. But kudos to you for my first tat!
Shari Price
Went there on my vacation / trip & to see my family. I asked my sisters to get a tatoo with me of sisters in an infinity and a feather hanging off the side. I made an appointment for all of us with Nikki & discussed what we wanted.
On appointment day~ Both my sisters went first & theirs turned out nice..mine looks like hell!! Looks like a big pile of scribble!! I'm the one that paid for 2 of ours & even gave a tip!! 😔 I live in Milwaukee & have an awsome artist that will fix it here..pretty disappointed for such an easy tattoo!
Marriah Serviss
Amazing shop all together. Very talented and knowledgeable staff with great atmosphere and ambiance!!!!! I found my home. Never go anywhere else! 💯💥🤩
Critical_Chaos
Got a piercing here a while ago, it went quick and smoothly. Wife has gotten a few tattoos as well. They do amazing work and it's very reasonably priced.
Tia
Great artist, flash Fridays rule!! Got this little guy for $60