Tattoo Studio
in Buenos Aires

Pain in a realistic tattoo depends on several factors: the area of the body, each client's personal threshold, and the artist's technique. At Studio X Project we use state-of-the-art equipment with fine-gauge needles that minimize skin trauma, significantly reducing discomfort compared to traditional techniques. The most sensitive areas tend to be the ribs, spine, and inner arm. In contrast, the outer forearm, shoulder, and thigh are low-pain zones. Our artists apply a soft-shading technique that works in progressive layers, avoiding saturating the skin in a single pass. In addition, at Studio X Project topical numbing cream is included at no extra cost in every session: we apply professional-grade numbing creams before starting, which drastically reduces discomfort even in the most sensitive areas. For long sessions, we recommend resting well the night before and eating a good breakfast.

The minimum tattoo at Studio X Project is $50,000 ARS. For longer sessions, pricing starts from USD 150 per session (each session runs approximately 2 to 4 hours). The final price depends on the design, technical complexity, level of detail, and estimated session time. Every project is unique, so the best way to get an exact price is to send us your reference on WhatsApp: we quote with no commitment in under 24 hours.

The full healing period for a tattoo at Studio X Project is 20 days. At the end of the session we apply a protective film that you should keep on for 4 hours. During days 1 to 3, follow the film method: change it 3 times a day and, each time, wash the tattoo with neutral or glycerin soap, pat dry with clean paper towel (never rub) and apply a thin layer of tattoo aftercare cream (Deskin 1 or Bepanthen). From day 4 to day 18 you no longer use film: wash the tattoo and apply a thin layer of cream once a day. For the full 20 days, avoid direct sun, chlorinated pools and the sea, and don't pick at scabs: they're part of the natural process. After healing, SPF 50 sunscreen whenever you're in the sun extends the life of the colors and the contrast of black & grey work. See the full step-by-step aftercare guide (in Spanish).

A quality tattoo studio in Buenos Aires is recognized by four criteria: certified academic or technical training for the artist, a coherent portfolio that demonstrates real mastery of the style you're looking for, sterilization protocols with disposable materials per session, and a prior consultation process where the design is personalized without reusing templates. At Studio X Project, our artist holds a Fine Arts degree with more than 30 years of international experience. Every project starts with a free consultation where we analyze the reference, the area of the body, and present a design adapted exclusively for each client. The studio is located at Paraguay 2041, Recoleta, Buenos Aires, with private appointments for exclusive attention.

Yes. At Studio X Project the prior consultation is part of the standard process and is free of charge. It's done via WhatsApp: you send your reference or idea, the approximate size, and the area of the body, and within 24 hours you receive a personalized quote. For complex projects such as full sleeves, full backs, or multi-character compositions, the consultation includes a preliminary design proposal before confirming the session. You don't need to visit the studio for the initial consultation. The appointment is confirmed with a deposit, and the final design is presented on the day of the session.

The booking process has three steps. First, contact us on WhatsApp with your idea, a visual reference, the area of the body, and the approximate size. Second, you receive a personalized quote within 24 hours. Third, you confirm the appointment with a deposit and choose an available date. Appointments are private — one at a time — to guarantee exclusive attention. Full color anime and photorealistic projects usually have a waiting list of 2 to 6 weeks. If you have a deadline, let us know when you reach out.

Studio X Project works across a wide range of styles and keeps adding artists to cover them all: photorealism in color and black & grey (portraits, nature, objects with detailed textures), anime and manga (characters from Japanese series with vibrant colors and precise lines), fine line (ultra-fine strokes, botanical, geometric and minimalist designs), Japanese, oriental, lettering and cover-ups, among others. Each project goes to the artist who specializes in that style. The studio is in Recoleta, Buenos Aires, and works by private appointment with personalized designs for each client.

Yes. About 20% of our clients are international visitors passing through Buenos Aires with limited time in the city. Our team speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish, so language is never a barrier. Send us your reference and available dates on WhatsApp before you arrive — we'll confirm a quote and, when possible, schedule your session within your visit window. For larger pieces we recommend reaching out a few days in advance, since full color anime and photorealistic work may need more than one sitting.

Studio X Project isn't a tattoo shop: it's a space designed around a complete experience of comfort and safety. We have a team of high-level artists held to very high standards, and a spacious, natural environment built so that a session — which can run 2 to 4 hours — stays comfortable from start to finish. The studio has a spacious lounge, a snack bar, a mate and coffee bar, and topical numbing cream included at no extra cost in every session. The idea is simple: you get more than you expected.