About Us
Metamorphosis Custom Tattoo & Body Piercing is a respected high-end shop that is centrally located in the historical Exchange District of downtown Winnipeg. Our shop, operated by mother/ daughter team, Dianne Matt and Nadine Mitchell, has been catering to the body modification crowd since 1998. It is a very reliable shop with a great reputation for having helpful caring staff. Customer service is a very important aspect of our business. Our clients benefit from world class excellence and expertise in artistry, a high standard of precision piercing, and an extensive, high quality selection of body piercing jewelry. If you can't find the jewelry you desire in our shop we will order it for you at no extra charge. Our expert piercers take care to help you to know whether or not a piercing will work well with your body type, and recommend implant grade jewelry that is best suited to your piercing. You can be pierced with beautiful jewelry! We are especially renowned for our expertise in cover up tattoos, which enable people to feel proud of their bodies once again. Excellence in artistry is our best advertising. It is recognizable by those who love tattoo art, and enticing to those who are considering being tattooed. Metamorphosis prides itself on its level of integrity. Through customer education in a consultation process, the client is guided to choose a tattoo design that is right for them, and is steered away from being branded with designs that might be detrimental such as company logos, swastikas, etc. Because we have many artists we can offer a diversified choice in styles of tattoo-art appealing to a wide variety of clients. Our 2009 expansion has provided a home for more quality artists allowing Metamorphosis to provide tattoos and piercings to more people. In turn, our retail component has grown in order that we may better serve our clientele. The combination of tattooing, piercing, and retail sales in our shop offer our clients a "one stop shop" that meets all their body modification needs. We're looking forward to meeting you!Hours & Rates
Custom Design / Artwork
A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of 20% of the tattoo estimate is required. ($150 - 200 minimum). Missed or cancelled appointments without 72 hours notice will result in loss of the deposit. Custom artwork must be viewed within 30 days of notification that your design has been completed. Appointment must be made within 30 days or custom artwork becomes flash available to other clients. An appointment is made once artwork is viewed and approved (an additional deposit may be required at this time). Be sure to call if your phone number or provided contact information changes.Photo Gallery
Appointment info & Hints
Wear appropriate clothing for your tattoo. Enable easy access to the area. Be aware that ink may stain clothing. DO NOT drink alcohol the night before your tattoo. (Get rest). Tattoos take energy, so eat a meal before your tattoo. Bring a snack if your tattoo will take longer than three hours. Children can be a distraction. (Get a sitter). Exfoliate, moisturize and shave (be careful not to nick yourself) the area the day before your tattoo. If your tattoo appointment exceeds 2 hrs, please take appropriate measures to ensure the safety of your vehicle - bring a friend to plug the meter for you, use an Impark lot, get a ride or find another suitable means of transportation.Tattoo Aftercare
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REMOVE BANDAGE IN 7-8 HOURS.(No more than 24 hours). Bandage allows healing process to begin without infection from bacteria in air or clothing. Wash tattoo immediately after removing your bandage.
WASH THOROUGHLY WITH WARM SOAPY WATER. Using a mild soap, use fingertips to carefully remove all blood build-up. Pat dry with a clean towel, and then allow your tattoo to air-dry completely. Do this twice per day for 7 -10 days. Never immerse in water.
APPLY A THIN LAYER OF CREAM 2 TIMES A DAY (For 7-10 days). Once the tattoo becomes flaky a trace of unscented lotion may be applied. Excessive amounts will smother the tattoo and may lead to fading, weeping and possibly, an infection. Wash the area and allow your tattoo to air-dry before each application.
DO NOT PICK OR TOUCH THE TATTOO. Touching the fresh tattoo with unclean hands could easily lead to an infection. The tattoo will peel in 4-6 days. Minor scabbing may occur. Do not pick or scratch, let the skin fall off naturally.
AVOID DIRECT SUNLIGHT. Exposure will break down the pigment in your skin, and fade your tattoo. After a few weeks, sunblock should be applied to your tattoo 1/2 hour before exposure to sunlight. (We recommend "Ombrelle 60 SPF")
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT. One week of proper aftercare will determine the result of your tattoo for the rest of your life.
*If your tattoo requires touch-ups, please call to book an appointment for 6 to 8 weeks after your healing period. If you are not sure if your tattoo needs touch-ups, drop in. There is no charge for touch-ups if the appointment is booked before the tattoo is 8 weeks old (note: this service is not applicable if tattoo is tanned).
TAKE CARE.
Piercing Aftercare
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Handle your piercing ONLY after washing your hands, and ONLY when it is being cleaned. Be sure to follow the cleaning directions outlined in the information below.
Overcleaning can slow healing and cause irritation. Overcleaning is just as bad as undercleaning. The recommended cleansing techniques maintain a constant balance.
Use ONLY the recommended cleaning agents.
The following products will irritate the new tissue, delay healing and SHOULD BE AVOIDED: Antibacterial soap, Bactine, Tea Tree, Witch Hazel, Ear cleaning solution, Peroxide, Alcohol, Antibiotic ointments. Soaps, shampoos and conditioners that contain deodorant, are overly strong, are highly scented, are coloured or are over-moisturizing should also be avoided.
Wear jewelry constantly during the healing and toughening periods. Jewelry that is inappropriate in material, design or size can cause irritation and allergy.
Consult with your piercer regarding jewelry that is right for you.
Heavy use of a piercing (i.e. play, pendants) before it is thoroughly healed, can lead to infection and early migration.
Avoid oral contact until your piercing is completely healed (no evident seeping).
Piercings in cartilage take longer to heal and must be cleaned for the entire healing period.
MISCELLANEOUS TIPS:We don't know how long it will take for your piercing to heal. In a short time you will be the best judge of that. Expect new piercings to be sore and red for about a month - if there isn't a marked improvement after that time, contact your piercer to help you determine a route to speedier healing. Continue to clean your piercing once a day for as long as you have it.
EXPERT ADVICE: Don't listen to your friend, your mom, or your psychic advisor. We have been doing this for longer than they have.
CLEANSING TECHNIQUES:
NAVEL / NIPPLE / EAR LOBE / SEPTUM / NOSTRIL / BROW
Always wash your hands before handling your piercing. Mix 1/4 teaspoon salt with 250 ml very warm water. Soak the piercing until the salt water has cooled down (about 10 mins). Do this twice a day until your piercing is healed. (Caution: Over heating water will cause burns). Using Q-tips, gently clean any remaining lymph (crusties) away from the piercing. Avoid moving the jewelry back and forth through the piercing - it does more harm than good. It is always ok to gently clean the outside of a piercing with saline* and a clean Q-tip. Do this when activity may cause the ring to turn (exercise, etc.) or when it feels "sticky" or uncomfortable. *Use saline solution for contact lenses only. No other contact lens solution is recommended. LIP / LABRET / TONGUE / FRENULUM / MONROE
Outside of the Piercing: Use the prescribed cleansing techniques as listed above (numbers 1-5). Inside the Mouth: For the first 3 weeks rinse with salt water or diluted alcohol-free mouthwash for 10 seconds after you place anything in your mouth other than water - this includes cigarettes. (Salt water -1/2 tsp. sea salt per 1 cup of water). (Mouthwash -1/4 cup to 3/4 cup of water). Tongue Piercing Note: For protection of teeth, downsizing your barbell is strongly recommended. Playing with the piercing while healing causes excessive swelling and increases pain. GENITAL PIERCINGS
All piercings are an open channel to the blood stream. Especially in the case of genital piercings, sexual contact during the healing phase could be dangerous to you or your partner. Exercise safe sex protocol and don your barrier of choice. Go easy on your new piercings - they will heal much faster if you play nice. Surprisingly to some, your urine may be your best ally when healing a piercing. It is sterile for your body and the best possible rinsing agent you have (barring, of course, any urinary tract infections). Female Piercings: Female genital piercings typically heal fast and easy. Rinse the outside of the piercing and clean the jewelry a few times a day with your own urine, or clean water. Male Piercings: Follow the general cleansing techniques for cleaning your piercing. Abstain from sex as long as possible, or for four weeks - whichever comes first. On piercings through the head or the urethra, expect bleeding for a few days. If bleeding continues after that time, or if there is an unexpectedly large amount of bleeding, contact your piercer. Do not seek sympathy for your bleeding member from women - they will laugh at you. STRETCHING
Freshly stretched piercings often require cleaning, which may be done with a mild antibacterial soap. Create a lather, but DO NOT force the jewelry through the piercing until it moves freely. The piercing may need time to relax before being irritated from back & forth movement. Be sure to wash away all soap residue. A waiting period of 6 months after your piercing has healed is recommended before you start stretching it. See your piercer to insert larger gauge jewelry into your piercing. ALLERGY SYMPTOMS
Symptoms of Allergy: Itchiness - Redness - Seeping Clear Fluid If these symptoms occur, KEEP THE JEWELRY IN YOUR PIERCING. Consult your piercer at once. You may need to change your cleaning solution or your jewelry. INFECTION SYMPTOMS
Occasionally bacteria will enter the piercing even though the cleaning has been done meticulously. If this should happen, an infection may result. Symptoms of Infection: Swelling - Redness - Area Hot to Touch - Pus Discharge (Green) - Pain If these symptoms occur, KEEP THE JEWELRY IN YOUR PIERCING. Contact your body piercer at once. If required, your piercer will refer you to your doctor. MIGRATION / REJECTION
If the piercing is becoming shallow or irritated contact your piercer immediately in order to avoid excessive scarring.
Always wash your hands before handling your piercing. Mix 1/4 teaspoon salt with 250 ml very warm water. Soak the piercing until the salt water has cooled down (about 10 mins). Do this twice a day until your piercing is healed. (Caution: Over heating water will cause burns). Using Q-tips, gently clean any remaining lymph (crusties) away from the piercing. Avoid moving the jewelry back and forth through the piercing - it does more harm than good. It is always ok to gently clean the outside of a piercing with saline* and a clean Q-tip. Do this when activity may cause the ring to turn (exercise, etc.) or when it feels "sticky" or uncomfortable. *Use saline solution for contact lenses only. No other contact lens solution is recommended. LIP / LABRET / TONGUE / FRENULUM / MONROE
Outside of the Piercing: Use the prescribed cleansing techniques as listed above (numbers 1-5). Inside the Mouth: For the first 3 weeks rinse with salt water or diluted alcohol-free mouthwash for 10 seconds after you place anything in your mouth other than water - this includes cigarettes. (Salt water -1/2 tsp. sea salt per 1 cup of water). (Mouthwash -1/4 cup to 3/4 cup of water). Tongue Piercing Note: For protection of teeth, downsizing your barbell is strongly recommended. Playing with the piercing while healing causes excessive swelling and increases pain. GENITAL PIERCINGS
All piercings are an open channel to the blood stream. Especially in the case of genital piercings, sexual contact during the healing phase could be dangerous to you or your partner. Exercise safe sex protocol and don your barrier of choice. Go easy on your new piercings - they will heal much faster if you play nice. Surprisingly to some, your urine may be your best ally when healing a piercing. It is sterile for your body and the best possible rinsing agent you have (barring, of course, any urinary tract infections). Female Piercings: Female genital piercings typically heal fast and easy. Rinse the outside of the piercing and clean the jewelry a few times a day with your own urine, or clean water. Male Piercings: Follow the general cleansing techniques for cleaning your piercing. Abstain from sex as long as possible, or for four weeks - whichever comes first. On piercings through the head or the urethra, expect bleeding for a few days. If bleeding continues after that time, or if there is an unexpectedly large amount of bleeding, contact your piercer. Do not seek sympathy for your bleeding member from women - they will laugh at you. STRETCHING
Freshly stretched piercings often require cleaning, which may be done with a mild antibacterial soap. Create a lather, but DO NOT force the jewelry through the piercing until it moves freely. The piercing may need time to relax before being irritated from back & forth movement. Be sure to wash away all soap residue. A waiting period of 6 months after your piercing has healed is recommended before you start stretching it. See your piercer to insert larger gauge jewelry into your piercing. ALLERGY SYMPTOMS
Symptoms of Allergy: Itchiness - Redness - Seeping Clear Fluid If these symptoms occur, KEEP THE JEWELRY IN YOUR PIERCING. Consult your piercer at once. You may need to change your cleaning solution or your jewelry. INFECTION SYMPTOMS
Occasionally bacteria will enter the piercing even though the cleaning has been done meticulously. If this should happen, an infection may result. Symptoms of Infection: Swelling - Redness - Area Hot to Touch - Pus Discharge (Green) - Pain If these symptoms occur, KEEP THE JEWELRY IN YOUR PIERCING. Contact your body piercer at once. If required, your piercer will refer you to your doctor. MIGRATION / REJECTION
If the piercing is becoming shallow or irritated contact your piercer immediately in order to avoid excessive scarring.
Permanent Make-up Aftercare
PDF DownloadYour home care regimen determines the color retention and proper healing of your procedure. *IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY* FOR EYELINER PROCEDURES, AVOID EYE MAKEUP FOR AS LONG AS POSSIBLE Keep the area of pigmentation lightly moist with provided ointment for 7-10 days or until no further scabbing. Eyebrows will require continued moisturizing for 3 weeks. AVOID
• Any type of skin peels or products containing Retin A, glycolic acid or makeup over the pigmented area
• Hot steamy showers or long baths (keep your face away from the shower head and apply thick coating of ointment while bathing or showering)
• Soap, creams or lotions on the pigmented area
• Swimming, saunas and Jacuzzis DO NOT
• Pick, peel, or scratch, as this could cause scarring or removal of color
• Touch the area except for applying the provided ointment NOTE
Color will appear very intense and dark immediately after your procedure. The reason is that the color is sitting on top of the skin. Once the skin starts healing or flaking the color will fade considerably as it heals beneath the skin. The tattoo appears large immediately after the procedure but will shrink at least 50%. The color should not be considered final for approximately 6 to 8 weeks after the final visit. Do not be alarmed if it appears that most of the color is flaking off. This is the superficial color and is part of the natural healing process. The sun can cause fading to the pigmented area. Always wear a light coat of sun block on pigmented eyebrows.
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