Overview

717 Tattoo is Central Pennsylvania’s premier multi-location tattoo and body modification studio, offering custom tattoo artistry, professional body piercing, and innovative non-laser tattoo removal services. Established in 2006, the business operates four locations serving the greater Harrisburg area with 15 tattoo artists and 5 body piercers.

About the Clinic

Since 2006, 717 Tattoo has been a one-stop shop for all body modification needs across Central Pennsylvania. The studio operates four locations—Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, Highspire, and Columbia—each offering a relaxed and comfortable environment staffed by professionally trained tattoo artists and body piercers. The team is trained in the prevention of blood-borne pathogens and cross-contamination, with all staff members Red Cross certified. The practice maintains no-corners-cut standards, welcoming clients to inspect sterilization equipment and inspection papers during visits.
The studio’s services include custom tattoo work, cover-up tattoos, body piercing, microdermals, surface piercings, exotic body modifications including branding and scarification, ear modifications, and permanent cosmetic services (lip liner, eyebrows, eyeliner, lash enhancements, full lip coloring, and corrective work). 717 Tattoo carries one of Central Pennsylvania’s largest selections of body jewelry and offers to order any items not in stock. A distinguishing feature is their Tatt2Away™ tattoo removal service—a revolutionary non-laser tattoo removal process that is less painful and can be less expensive than traditional laser removal. The studio accepts both walk-ins and appointments, with weekdays recommended for walk-ins, though calling ahead is always advised. Free consultations are available for all services. All locations are open seven days a week from 12pm through 8pm, and the staff is actively involved in local community events and tattoo conventions.

What Clients Are Saying

Clients consistently praise 717 Tattoo as having “clean” facilities with “good prices” and “great people,” with reviewers stating they will “only go to 717 for tatts and/or piercings” because “everyone is very skilled, friendly and professional.” 717 TattooYelp Customers highlight specific artists including Mike Bradley, who is described as “fantastic” with “an artist’s eye for detail and precision,” creating “spectacular” work, and Jake, who clients call “the best” for being “funny” and “overall a nice dude.” Yelp Reviewers report “AMAZING” experiences with piercers, noting staff are “very thorough in using sterile products” and provide comprehensive information and resources for aftercare, with the process being “quick” even for those who tend to faint. 717 Tattoo Clients describe artists as personable, patient, and thoughtful, noting these qualities “took the edge off of the pain and made the time fly,” with many expressing they want additional work after positive cover-up experiences. Yelp

Laser Type Used

Tatt2Away™ Non-Laser Removal System
Tatt2Away™ is a revolutionary non-laser tattoo removal system that utilizes a proprietary technique called Trans Epidermal Pigment Release (TEPR). Unlike laser systems that use light energy to break down ink particles, this method applies a specialized solution to the tattooed area during treatment that breaks down ink particles and allows them to be expelled from the skin through the body’s natural healing process. The treatment uses a 4″ x 3″ hexagonal pattern template with strategically spaced circular treatment tiles designed for maximal healing and minimal scarring. The process works with the body’s natural healing mechanisms to lift pigment out of the skin, with the liberated ink being drawn into a scab that carries the ink away when it naturally falls off (typically 10 to 21 days after treatment). This method is effective on all ink colors and all skin types, making it a versatile option that doesn’t drive ink into the bloodstream or lymph nodes like some laser treatments. The technology is marketed as less painful than laser removal and potentially less expensive, typically requiring a minimum of three treatments using the hexagonal pattern for full coverage regardless of tattoo size.

Business Hours

All Locations:
Monday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Unique Features

717 Tattoo distinguishes itself as Central Pennsylvania’s only multi-location body art destination with four studios strategically placed throughout the region, offering unmatched convenience with 15 tattoo artists and 5 body piercers available across locations. The studio’s commitment to safety is demonstrated through Red Cross certification for all staff, comprehensive training in blood-borne pathogen prevention, and transparency—clients are encouraged to inspect sterilization equipment and inspection papers upon request. The practice offers the innovative Tatt2Away™ non-laser tattoo removal system, positioning them as one of the few providers of this alternative removal method that is less painful and potentially more cost-effective than traditional laser removal. Their extensive body jewelry selection represents one of the largest inventories in Central Pennsylvania, while their permanent cosmetics services (available Mondays at the Columbia studio) expand their aesthetic offerings beyond traditional body modification, making them a comprehensive destination for both self-expression and correction.