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?

From flash fads to copycat chaos, here's what the algorithm is doing to our skin and our sanity.

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. The key is knowing how to communicate your ideas effectively while keeping things collaborative and respectful.

Imagine this: You and your best friend decide to get matching tattoos.

I didn’t realize I was burnt out.

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.

No two tattoos cost the same, but this should clear up the big numbers before you walk in.

Thinking about new ink, a shiny gem, or a fresh piercing? Let’s get you locked in without the fuss.

Why We Say “No” to Piercing Guns and Their Quiet Cousins, the Hand-Squeeze Device.

Because ink looks better when it's sun-kissed (with SPF, duh)

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, and how to clue us in without reading out your entire pharmacy print-out.

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 stay intact.

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 Side shop turning tattoos and piercings into the city’s most inclusive beauty ritual.

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 sparkle to a full-on brand activation, our events are all about self-expression, creativity, and having a damn good time.

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 actual medical research say about how to take care of fresh tattoos?

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 deal.

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 using words like "soft but strong but kind of bold but delicate?" you're not alone.

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 a big difference and treating them all the same can actually make things worse.

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 tattoo design to the artist?