Safety 
Is Our #1 Concern

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We operate our own in house sterilization lab.

Our equipment exceeds all State and Local health requirements & our sterilizer is one of the most advanced table top units that exists.

We use new pre-sterilized one time use needles for every procedure

We fully exceed all State of Michigan health requirements & exceed the CDC guidelines for autoclave testing


All tools used in the tattooing or piercing process are sanitized in a 5 part process.  Except when such tools are single use — such as needles
 

First: an ultrasonic cleaning unit removes all debris from the tool. 

Second: Tools are submersed in a germicidal solution to soak. 

Third: tools are then manually washed, scrubbed, and rinsed. 

forth: Tools are then autoclave sterilized.

FIFTH: TOOLS ARE HELD IN QUARANTINE UNTIL OUR WEEKLY TEST COMES BACK NEGATIve

body jewelry is ultrasonically cleaned prior to sterilization

THIS IS THE SAME OR EVEN MORE STRICT SAFETY STANDARD THEN WHAT DENTAL LABS or small surgical clinics use



We conduct weekly spore testing on our autoclave. This ensures that our sterilizer is actually doing its job properly. tools that have been STERILIZED are held until a passing test is RECEIVED.

We have been doing this since we opened, before it was a requirement.  We also do testing at three times the rate that is legally required.

Our safety testing is done by an outside lab and our records are available for your inspection upon request. Our most recent test results are always posted in the lobby on the front board. 


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We also run in-house sterilization load testing for each group of items processed.

This gives us real time information about the health of our equipment and works in conjunction with our autoclaves own internal sensors

Every surface in the tattooing and piercing rooms are sanitized with an operating room disinfectant before each client and after each client leaves. Procedure rooms are detail cleaned often including floors and non contact surfaces

Our HVAC system has a UVC disinfection system in the air return to sterilize air as its circulated throughout the studio. This has been proven to reduce the amount of virus, mold, and bacteria that is circulated throughout a building. We added this during the COVID 19 pandemic and continue to maintenance and operate it.


We believe in informed consent. Everything you need to know regarding safety, tools to be used, aftercare, and risks involved are gone over BEFORE the procedure is done. 

You are always welcome and encouraged to ask questions.  We never take shortcuts or chances when it comes to your safety.

No Name Tattoo
is a Michigan licensed body art facility.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q:  What are the risks involved with tattooing?

A:  Like anything in life there are risks.   Risks of getting a tattoo include infection (if aftercare is not followed), fainting or dizziness, scarring and keloiding over the surface, allergic reactions to ink or disinfecting supplies, and difficulty detecting skin cancer at the site of the tattoo.   What the risks being stated, they are very unlikely to occur during your tattoo.  If you have concerns it is best to check with your doctor.

Q:  What are the risks involved with body piercing?

A:  Like anything in life there are risks.   Risks of getting a tattoo include infection (if aftercare is not followed), fainting or dizziness, scarring and keloiding over the surface, allergic reactions to jewelry or disinfecting supplies, and difficulty detecting skin cancer at the site of the piercing.   With the risks being stated, they are very unlikely to occur during your body piercing.  If you have concerns it is best to check with your doctor.

Q:  What is a "safety test?"

A:  When we use the term Safety Test we really mean a Biological Spore Test.  Every week we process a package that is known to be contaminated with (harmless) bacteria along with a regular load of tools.  This test is then mailed into a lab and they examine the test to see if any live bacterial growth is present.  A "passed" test means that the bacteria was eliminated.   Before visiting a new tattoo or body piercing studio ask to examine their spore tests RESULTS to make sure their equipment is operating properly.  

Q:  How do you disinfect hard surfaces, studio chairs?

A:  We saturate the surface in a operating room grade disinfectant before and after each client.   We also utilize plastic barrier films, and tray liners in addition to using CDC approved disinfectants (RATED TO KILL COVID19).   We do not use "bleach wipes" or drug store disinfectants.  

Q:  I have other questions...

A:  Feel free to stop into the studio of your choice and ask.   Studio staff, including artists, and our support staff  will have the knowledge to answer these questions, and will be able to take you on a tour of the clean room.   You may also contact the Macomb County Health Department, or visit www.Michigan.gov/bodyart