Overview

Brookside Tattoos & Aesthetics LLC is a family-owned tattoo studio and aesthetic clinic in Wescosville, Pennsylvania, offering custom tattoos, body piercing, PhiRemoval non-laser tattoo removal, paramedical tattooing, microblading, microneedling, and skin care services. Formerly known as Dave’s House of Pain LLC and voted Best Tattoo and Piercing in the Lehigh Valley for three consecutive years (2015-2017), the practice rebranded in 2018 to expand into paramedical and cosmetic tattooing services.

About the Clinic

Founded and operated by Dave and Emily as a true “mom and pop” shop, Brookside Tattoos & Aesthetics combines artistic tattooing expertise with advanced aesthetic and medical tattooing services. The practice relocated to the Brookside Professional Building at 1013 Brookside Road Suite 106, offering off-street parking near the Hamilton Crossings Mall and Wescosville Post Office. Dave specializes in custom tattoos, coverups, portraits, realism, watercolor, and lettering, while holding certifications in non-laser tattoo removal, fibroblast skin tightening, microneedling, and areola reconstruction tattoos. Emily manages appointments and provides esthetician services including microneedling and plasma pen treatments for scar reduction. The practice is the first in the Lehigh Valley outside New York City to offer PhiRemoval, the newest non-laser, non-surgical tattoo removal technique that removes all ink colors with sessions as frequently as every 3-5 weeks. Brookside specializes in paramedical tattooing for breast cancer survivors, offering areola reconstruction services that may qualify for insurance reimbursement under Janet’s Law, which mandates coverage for post-mastectomy reconstruction including areola/nipple micropigmentation. The studio operates by appointment only with same-day appointments possible, handling all scheduling via text and phone. Services span custom artwork, pediatric piercings (minimum age 6 months), tattoo removal, microneedling with plasma pen for stretch marks, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and acne scars, plus scar reduction treatments. The practice maintains H2Ocean aftercare products and accepts multiple payment methods including cash, credit cards, debit, and PayPal.

What Clients Are Saying

Clients consistently describe Brookside as an amazing studio with exceptional customer service and stunning artistic skills, with many expressing complete satisfaction across multiple tattoos and services. Reviewers highlight Dave as an exceptional person who expertly eases clients’ nerves and maintains clear communication from design consultation through final execution, ensuring everyone stays on the same page throughout the process. The family business atmosphere creates a comfortable, easy-to-talk-to environment where clients feel valued rather than processed. Dave receives specific praise for his piercing expertise, talking nervous clients through procedures step-by-step while explaining his sterilization practices and technique choices to ensure optimal results. Multiple generations of families trust Brookside, with clients bringing their children for piercings and tattoos after experiencing Dave’s talent firsthand. The eight-year client relationships mentioned in reviews demonstrate exceptional loyalty, with customers stating they would never go anywhere else. Clients appreciate the honest, transparent approach to services, noting the practice doesn’t participate in filtered review platforms or pay for advertising, preferring to let their work and policies speak for themselves. The small but distinctive space features interesting art and oddities that add character while maintaining professional standards for cleanliness and safety.

Laser Type Used

PhiRemoval (Non-Laser Removal System)PhiRemoval is an innovative non-laser, non-surgical tattoo removal technique that removes all ink colors without the limitations and risks associated with laser technology. Unlike laser removal, which fragments ink particles to be absorbed by the lymphatic system, PhiRemoval works through a different mechanism that extracts ink from the skin more directly. This advanced technique can begin sessions as frequently as every 3-5 weeks compared to the 6-8 week spacing typically required with laser treatments, potentially accelerating the overall removal timeline. The non-laser approach eliminates concerns about laser-specific complications such as hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation that can occur with certain skin types and ink colors. PhiRemoval is particularly effective for clients who have experienced unsatisfactory results with traditional laser removal or who have skin types and ink colors that don’t respond well to laser treatment. The technique is safe, effective, and represents the cutting edge of tattoo removal technology, making Brookside one of the first providers in the Lehigh Valley outside New York City to offer this revolutionary service.

Business Hours

By appointment only. Clients are advised to contact Brookside Tattoos & Aesthetics LLC directly at (484) 894-8194 via text or call for scheduling. Same-day appointments are often possible.

Unique Features

Brookside Tattoos & Aesthetics’ evolution from an award-winning tattoo shop into a comprehensive tattoo and aesthetic clinic creates a unique one-stop destination for both artistic and medical tattooing needs. The practice’s specialization in paramedical tattooing for breast cancer survivors, with expertise in insurance reimbursement under Janet’s Law, demonstrates a compassionate commitment to helping women complete their reconstruction journeys with dignity and confidence. As the first Lehigh Valley provider outside NYC to offer PhiRemoval, Brookside positions itself at the forefront of tattoo removal innovation. The true family-owned operation with Dave and Emily working as the exclusive artists and owners creates an intimate, personalized experience impossible to replicate in larger studios. The three consecutive years winning Best Tattoo and Piercing in the Lehigh Valley establishes credibility and community trust. The studio’s pediatric piercing services starting at 6 months demonstrate specialized expertise in working with young children, while the scar reduction treatments using microneedling and plasma pen expand the practice’s ability to address diverse skin concerns beyond traditional tattoo studio offerings.