Quality tattooing in Fairfax
Private, calm, and designed just for you.
Personalized Experience, Professional Results
Unique custom tattoos
Walking distance from George Mason University
Factor Studio Tattoo is home to two skilled artists dedicated to creating stunning, personalized tattoos you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Our private studio offers a relaxing atmosphere to ensure your comfort throughout the entire process.
How to get started:
We deliver patient and considerate care: Need your design to an exact size? Want the stencil moved a hair to the left? No worries – we’re here to do art you’ll be happy wearing.
Your Tattoo, Elevated:
✔️ Personalized Art: Watch our design editing process come to life in front of you.
✔️ No Rush, No Pressure: Every appointment has built-in time for last-minute adjustments.
✔️ Luxury Aftercare Kit: Second-skin bandage, soap, ointment, and skin balm included.
✔️ Free Touch-Up: Quality matters. Get a free touch-up if needed within 2-4 weeks.
Customized Designs – Always for You
Provide a picture, sketch, or description, and we’ll create something incredible. Small or large, we work with your concept or create from scratch to bring your vision to life.
High-end tattoos, high-end convenience—book directly, no hassle.
Most studios require a consultation before booking. We don’t.
At Factor Studio, we’ve built a scheduling system as easy as booking a haircut.
- No back-and-forth emails.
- No long waitlists.
- Just pick a time, pay your deposit, and you’re set.
Your appointment only starts when the actual tattooing begins, and your artist will have time to set up and consult with you before the session starts.
If you need extra time to talk over your idea, we still offer free consultations, but most clients love how fast and seamless the direct booking system is.
No delays, no hassle.
Why Choose Us?
We’re here to make your tattoo idea a reality—transforming what’s in your mind into art on your skin. Whether you have a fully formed concept or just a spark of inspiration, our expertise ensures your vision comes to life with precision, creativity, and craftsmanship.
Where are you located?
10621 Braddock Road – University Mall
Inside Sola Salons – (Entrances near Sunoco and Food court upper level)
Room 10
How much will it hurt?
No one knows exactly but you. Everyone experiences pain differently, and pain sensitivity varies across the body. What’s more important is your personal tolerance for pain.
Most clients find tattoos less painful than they thought. Many liken the sensation to a cat scratch. Uncomfortable, but bearable. A few even like the sensation, but a distraction usually helps.
What is the process?
- Book an appointment on the calendar and skip to step 3 -or- Use the contact form to get our attention.
- We reach out to you confirming availability.
- Meet to discuss details, get pricing, and book. (See: Consultations)
- Come get tattooed on the date.
Can I see the design to make sure I like it?
Yes! Please ask your artist to schedule a review before your appointment. (We don’t send sketches/stencils by text or email. Please come in person to preview, make edits/suggestions, etc.) Additionally, please keep in mind that your artist is also managing art for other clients and may need lead time appropriate for their schedule.
📜 Note: To ensure every design receives the attention it deserves, no creative artwork or design work begins without a deposit. This confirms your commitment and secures your artist’s time in their schedule.
What are your hours?
Officially 12 – 8pm
The outside doors auto-lock at 7pm
The booking calendar allows for sessions to run until 9-10pm
How much is a tattoo?
Each artist has different rates. See the pricing page for more information. Coritha has a flat rate per hour with a discount on half day bookings. Mark has a sliding scale that gets cheaper with more hours.
Everyone’s requests are different. But, here are some points that might help:
- The average hourly cost is between $150-$200.
- Booking more time in a day costs less.
- 💳 WE TAKE CREDIT CARDS (There’s no fee.)
- 💵 We also take cash (and 🪙 Bitcoin.)
- Schedule a consultation if you’re unsure of anything (It’s free.)
- Large and detailed tattoos might take more than one visit.
- Areas filled with solid black or color take more time.
- Aftercare is included. 🩹
Do you do walk-ins?
- Check the booking calendar for availability.
- You can book same-day service.
- You’ll get a confirmation email if your booking is accepted, or a refund..
If you drop by the shop, and one of us is there, feel free to knock and ask. You never know.
Do you do piercings?
No! Sorry. 🙁
How do I prepare for my appointment?
- 🍜 Eat a meal and stay hydrated. Bring a water bottle and snacks if you’d like.
- 🪪 Bring valid photo identification with an address.
- 👁️ Bring headphones, a book, or a mental list of things you’d like to watch on Netflix, Crunchyroll, Amazon, Disney, HBO, or Paramount, there’s a TV here for you.
- 🩳 Bring accessible clothes for the tattoo body location.
- 🛏️ Being well-rested helps.
- 🚫 Don’t shave the area to be tattooed if it’s not part of your regular routine.
Can I bring my Friends?
🫶 Bring one friend, a good one that will take pictures for you, put on something for you to watch, or hold your hand. Additional friends may have to wait outside the tattoo area.
Can I get a tattoo if I’m under 18?
Yes, for 16 and older. Your parent/guardian must bring matching identification and be present for the tattoo session.
Do you do touch-ups?
When your tattoo is finished healing (about 2 weeks) you can ask your artist for a touch-up on work they’ve done for you. Everyone heals differently, and sometimes your design needs a second pass to catch what may have healed a little too well.
- Touch-ups and scheduling are done at the artist’s discretion. Typically on weekdays.
- ⏳Otherwise, a simple touch-up is generally free if requested within 2-4 weeks after your tattoo session.
- ⌛Additional touch-ups and touch-up requests more than a month after your session may have cost a layout fee ($40) or an hourly rate (variable.)
- Touch-ups on work done by artists from other shops is performed for your artist’s standard rate. See pricing for details.