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About Us

Lisa Jensen

Owner/Office Manager

Lisa is your first point of contact who will help with tattoo consultations, scheduling and questions from the beginning to the end. With 30 years of customer service experience, Lisa strives to provide excellent customer service.

Bret Jensen

Owner/Tattoo Artist

Bret is dedicated to the art of tattooing with over 25 years’ experience. He apprenticed under RJ @ RJ’s Tattoo Studio in Harvard, IL for 3 years and worked there for a total of 4½ years. Then he worked for Redwood’s Wild Side Tattoo in Richmond, IL for 3 years before opening Explosive Ink Tattoo in Hebron in 2007.

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Contact Us

Email us your tattoo idea


Provide a detailed description of what you would like to get

OR

Send pictures of the design
If you provide pictures, please send each picture in a separate JPEG file. Include the changes you would like to make to design, if any.

Where would you like to place it?

Provide the dimensions you want the tattoo to be.

Black/White or Color?

Is it a Cover-up?

If you have a budget in mind, let us know. There are different scheduling options available to help you get your tattoo.

*Depending on the size and content, we might need to schedule a free consultation to discuss the tattoo*

Send it to: bret@explosiveinktattoo.com

CONTACT & LOCATION INFORMATION

9911 Main St., A
Hebron, IL  60034
Phone: 815-648-4313


HOURS OF OPERATION:

WED: 10AM - 6PM

THU: 10AM - 6PM

FRI: 10AM - 6PM

SAT: 12PM - 9PM

SUN: By Appt Made in Advance

MON - TUE: CLOSED

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start the process of getting a tattoo?


Provide a detailed description of what you would like to get.

OR


Send pictures of the design.

    If you provide pictures, please send each picture in a separate JPEG file. Include the changes you would like to make to design, if any.

    Where would you like to place it?

    Provide the dimensions you want the tattoo to be.

    Black/White or Color?

    Is it a Cover-up?

    If you have a budget in mind, let us know. There are different scheduling options available to help you get your tattoo.

    How much do your services cost?

    $80/Minimum
    $125/Hour
    $450/4 Hours

    $50 Cash Deposit (cards not accepted for deposits) is required for custom and cover-up tattoo designs.

    *Deposits are deducted off your total. If for any reason you do not get the tattoo, we retain the deposit. *

    What forms of payment do you accept?

    Cash
    Debit Cards
    Credit Cards (AMEX/DISCOVER/MASTERCARD/VISA)

    What are your hours of operation?

    Wed - Fri: 10AM - 6PM
    Sat: 12PM - 9PM
    Sun: By Appt Only Made in Advance
    Mon - Tue: Closed

    Where are you located?

    9911 Main St., A
    Hebron, IL 60034
    815-648-4313
    bret@explosiveinktattoo.com

    How many artists do you have working at your shop?

    One, Bret Jensen. He has been tattooing for over 25 years.

    Lisa Jensen (Bret's wife) manages the office and handles all consultations, scheduling and payments.

    How do I take care of my tattoo?

    - Remove the bandage after 1-2 hours.
    - Wash the tattoo with DIAL™ ANTI-BACTERIAL SOAP and warm water.
    - Let it dry for 10 – 15 minutes.
    - Apply AQUAPHOR™ sparingly 3 – 5 times daily or as needed to prevent scabs.
    - Handle with Care Tattoo Locations (Hands/Wrists, Ankles/Feet & Ditches: Elbow/Hips/Knees) need 2– 3 times more ointment application in these locations. These spots take 2x as long to heal and need more care during the healing process.
    - DO NOT PICK, SCRATCH OR SOAK YOUR NEW TATTOO DURING THE HEALING PROCESS.
    - Avoid tanning, swimming, & sunbathing during the healing process.
    - Peeling skin after 7 – 10 is NORMAL, DO NOT PICK IT OFF. Start using LUBRIDERM LOTION until tattoo is completely healed.
    - Your new tattoo should be healed in 2 – 3 weeks.
    - If problems occur, such as EXCESSIVE SWELLING OR REDNESS, PLEASE CONTACT A PHYSICIAN.

    When is your next opening?

    You can view our next openings here.