Tattoo Parlour Guide

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“Bring art to life — on skin! Open a buzzing tattoo parlour where your Sim can create, ink, and run a stylish body art business.”

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🧪 Overview

• Pack Required: Businesses & Hobbies Expansion Pack
• Recommended Packs: Get Famous (for celebrity clients), City Living (for edgy city vibes), Eco Lifestyle (for crafted décor)
• Business Type: Tattoo Studio / Body Art Shop
• Skills Used: Tattooing (via pack feature), Painting (for design), Entrepreneur, Charisma
• Ideal Mood: Focused, Confident, Inspired

With the Businesses & Hobbies system, you can turn your Sim into a tattoo artist, running a full tattoo parlour where customers pay for hourly services and custom designs.

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🏪 Step 1: Set Up Your Tattoo Business

✅ In Create Business, select Tattoo Parlour as your business type.
✅ Name your studio, craft an edgy or artistic description, and choose an appropriate icon (like a skull, rose, or needle).
✅ Enable Hourly Fee or Per Service Fee so Sims pay for time spent in the chair or by design.

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🏗️ Step 2: Design the Parlour

✅ Essential Areas:

• Tattoo chairs/stations (at least one, more if you plan to scale up).
• Reception area with a desk and waiting chairs.
• Display walls for design samples, artwork, or client photos.
• Small break room or bathroom for staff.

✅ Décor Suggestions:

• Industrial or punk design elements (brick walls, dark tones, neon signs).
• Art pieces or murals to reflect creativity and set the vibe.

✨ Bonus: Add a coffee machine, mini fridge, or jukebox for customer comfort.

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🖋️ Step 3: Offer Tattoo Services

✅ Provide:

• Standard tattoos (via in-game tattoo interactions).
• Custom designs if you roleplay using painting or drawing skills.
• Optional: Piercing services (if you add them through gameplay roleplay or mods).

✅ Use the Business Activities panel to:

• Set hourly or per-service pricing.
• Schedule appointments or handle walk-ins.
• Track earnings and customer satisfaction.

✅ Hire assistants or receptionists if your parlour is busy.

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🌟 Step 4: Build Skills & Unlock Perks

✅ Tattooing Skill (pack feature): Improves tattoo quality and unlocks advanced designs.
✅ Painting Skill (optional for roleplay): Helps with creating custom designs.
✅ Entrepreneur Skill: Improves business management, unlocks cost-saving or customer-boosting perks.
✅ Charisma Skill: Boosts client satisfaction and loyalty.

Unlock perks such as:

• Faster service
• Increased client loyalty
• Lower supply costs
• Special marketing boosts

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🚀 Step 5: Expand and Specialize

✅ Add:

• VIP rooms for celebrity or high-paying clients.
• Themed tattoo events (like flash sale days or couples’ tattoo nights).
• A small retail corner selling body art products, aftercare kits, or merch.
• Collaborative events with local artists or influencers.

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💡 Tips for Success

✨ Keep your Sim Focused or Confident when tattooing for better outcomes.
✨ Refresh your design displays or rotate themes to keep customers intrigued.
✨ Use social media and marketing campaigns to attract clients and boost reputation.
✨ Train staff or upgrade equipment to handle peak times smoothly.

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❤️ Final Thoughts

Running a tattoo parlour in The Sims 4 blends artistry, edgy style, and entrepreneurial spirit. Whether you’re crafting delicate florals, bold statement pieces, or storytelling ink, your Sim’s parlour can become the most iconic (and stylish) spot in town.

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