What do I need to open a tattoo studio?

Thinking of opening a tattoo studio? The truth is that tattoos and piercings are becoming more and more fashionable and today more and more people see it more as an art than a simple body modification. Now, before jumping into the pool and starting to look for a place, you must take into account that the different requirements that must be met to be able to set up a place in which to carry out the profession of tattoo artist or piercer.

But What do we need to open a tattoo studio? We are going to collect most of the permits that we must complete in order to open our own tattoo studio. In the first place, we must bear in mind that, due to the fact that health competences in Spain are transferred to the autonomous communities, we may find ourselves with some difference when it comes to having to request one or the other documents depending on where we are. . Here we will have a starting point.

What does the regulation of hygienic-sanitary requirements require of tattoo shops? In the first place, the tattoo studio must have a separate area from the rest, well lit, with a non-manually operated sink equipped with hot and cold running water, liquid soap and single-use towels or automatic dryer. On the other hand, the walls of said area where the tattoos will be made must be tiled, covered with panels or painted seamlessly with easy-to-clean waterproof paint.

In addition, the floors in the tattoo area will be made of a waterproof material that guarantees proper cleaning and disinfection. And what elements should the tattoo artist's work area have? Obviously you must have a stretcher or chair for customers, covered with a clean sheet or exclusive disposable paper for each use.

Other aspects that the premises must have is a reception and information area  as well as a waiting area for customers. The premises for tattoo studios should also have adequate space for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and storage of disinfected and sterile material outside of the areas used by the public. This area is considered restricted to the general public.

And finally, the place must have a toilet provided with toilet and sink with hot and cold running water as well as the pertinent hygienic elements necessary.