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The Skin Museum

Tattoo shop · Milwaukee, WI · reviewed since 2020

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%94+51.3Reliability 24%88+21.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%74+5.2Experts Score= 92Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#26 of 49 piercing studiosPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 48%
4.9 ★★★★★ 304 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.94★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.9%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
12%reviews answered by the owner
$189typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

The Skin Museum at a glance

Customers praise the shop's clean environment, friendly staff, and high-quality custom tattoo work, noting that artists are communicative and thorough with aftercare instructions. Pricing is generally considered reasonable for the service provided. However, several low-star reviews highlight significant scheduling issues, including long wait times beyond appointment slots and a lack of punctuality, which led to customer dissatisfaction despite the positive artistic feedback.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 304 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 304 Google reviews (258 with written comments, 75 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 12% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 25, 2026.
  • Service: Piercing Studio serving Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other piercing studios

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction94Reliability88Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews74Satisfaction: 94 (median 95)Reliability: 88 (median 93)Craft & service: 100 (median 98)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 74 (median 79)
The Skin MuseumPiercing Studios median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Skin Museum: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
94
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Skin Museum: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
88
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.The Skin Museum: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Skin Museum: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Skin Museum: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Skin Museum: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.B
74

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Star ratings

304 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars29497%
  • 4 stars31%
  • 3 stars21%
  • 2 stars31%
  • 1 star21%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 258 written reviews

  • Praise32699%
  • Complaints41%

Price

What customers reported paying

$189+51% vs typical piercing studios

Middle half of what 82 customers paid ($126–$417) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude12337%
  • Quality & results9128%
  • Would recommend6720%
  • Speed & response196%
  • Communication165%
  • Price & value82%
  • Honesty & trust62%

What customers talk about

We read 258 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Overall a really great experience for us both, it was a great atmosphere with nice artists, we are in love with the results and hope to come back in the future!”
  • “…iversary date done and we couldn't be happier how they turned out Kay did an amazing job!…”
  • “It really turned out exactly how I wanted it to so I definitely recommend!”
  • “Both of them were our first tattoos and he was able to do them both in the same day as our consultation.”
  • “He took the time to make sure every design was exactly right, explained everything clearly, and never made me feel rushed.”
  • “I could not be happier with JA, and the whole experience and worth every penny.”
  • “Tattoo came out amazing, and he's honestly just a super chill/nice guy.”

People customers mention

  • Chaz 37 reviews
  • Chris 18 reviews
  • Jeremy 7 reviews
  • Kay 5 reviews
  • Dre 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired The Skin Museum for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Isabella3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Everyone here was so nice. Kay did a fantastic job with my tattoo, better than what I could have ever imagine!

Paid $150–200Tattoo design
Charlotte1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

We got both our tattoos done by Chris. Both of them were our first tattoos and he was able to do them both in the same day as our consultation. We had a great experience with the designing of the tattoo, great conversation during the session, and he was very thorough with the aftercare instructions. Overall a really…

Customer photo from Charlotte's reviewCustomer photo from Charlotte's review
Paid $250–300Tattoo design
Haley2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Chris was very nice and I felt very comfortable with him tattooing me. Really nice place and set up.

Paid $100–150Tattoo design
The1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Got a tattoo done by Chris on the back of the neck. He was gentle enough so that it actually didn't hurt as bad, and I have a relatively low pain tolerance, so that's impressive. Tattoo came out amazing, and he's honestly just a super chill/nice guy. Definitely will come back. 👍

Paid $250–300Tattoo design
Rosalie2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I had the absolute best experience with Kay! It was my first tattoo so I was a little nervous at first but she did an amazing job at taking me through the process and helping me pick out how I wanted to do my tattoo. It really turned out exactly how I wanted it to so I definitely recommend!!

Paid $50–100Tattoo design
Shaq2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Got a neck piece done by artist Jeremy and let me say he is amazing at his craft very professional, awesome vibe and extremely good with the needle! 10 out of 10 recommend.

Paid $500+

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 304 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Deetrel Ellis7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Deetrel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I really enjoyed the experience of getting a tattoo at this location. My artist Chris was super down to earth and provided good samples of the tattoo and he provided really good facial details on the tat.

Ethan Moen1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Ethan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

10/10 was very friendly and welcoming. Felt so safe and comfortable

Amy Lewis7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Amy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My husband and I came in and we got infinity tattoos with our names on and our anniversary date done and we couldn't be happier how they turned out Kay did an amazing job!!!! The lines are perfect!!!! Wish I could show pictures but don't know how.

  • Services: Tattoo design, Custom tattoo lettering
Kalee3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kalee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My husband and I both had tattoos done by Jeremy (RA) and they are absolutely amazing! He made the whole process so easy and comfortable. His work is beyond exceptional! The shop is so nice and clean too! We will definitely be back for future work! Highly recommend!

  • Services: Tattoo design
Isabella Thiele3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Isabella has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Everyone here was so nice. Kay did a fantastic job with my tattoo, better than what I could have ever imagine!

  • Price: $150–200
  • Services: Tattoo design
Charlotte Haskey1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Charlotte has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We got both our tattoos done by Chris. Both of them were our first tattoos and he was able to do them both in the same day as our consultation. We had a great experience with the designing of the tattoo, great conversation during the session, and he was very thorough with the aftercare instructions. Overall a really great experience for us both, it was a great atmosphere with nice artists, we are in love with the results and hope to come back in the future!

  • Price: $250–300
  • Services: Tattoo design
Haley McCoy2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Haley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Chris was very nice and I felt very comfortable with him tattooing me. Really nice place and set up.

  • Price: $100–150
  • Services: Tattoo design
The Unwanted Animatic?1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews The has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Got a tattoo done by Chris on the back of the neck. He was gentle enough so that it actually didn't hurt as bad, and I have a relatively low pain tolerance, so that's impressive. Tattoo came out amazing, and he's honestly just a super chill/nice guy. Definitely will come back. 👍

  • Price: $250–300
  • Services: Tattoo design
NJ Ballin2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews NJ has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

It was a great experience I was able to show what I was trying to get, got asked and suggested options to match my request, and got them exactly what I was looking for.

  • Services: Tattoo aftercare, Tattoo design
Brew City Power Wash1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Brew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ra has done 3 of my tattoos over the last 9 years and I’m blown away every single time! I get compliments all the time for them. Ra is a down to earth individual with great work ethic, great skill and he makes you feel like family so the process is easy.

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