The reopening of hair salons and barbers were not the only places customers were looking forward to on April 12 - tattoo studios also made a huge comeback!
We asked our readers to recommend the best tattoo studios in town and we had many recommendations come through based on the quality of completed tattoos and creativity of tattoo artists.
Whether you are looking to get your first ever tattoo or you want to add another stunning piece of artwork to an already growing sleeve of masterpieces, we have got you covered with this list of the best studios to get it down in Northampton.
They are ordered according to the popularity in our readers' comments.
9. Fat Fugu
Fat Fugu on Fish Street is also very popular with our readers. One reader, Lottie Ellen - talking about one of their tattoo artists said: "Mira Paramonova is amazing, she done my eyebrows twice hopefully third time when ready - she offers cancer patients free treatment, very talented lady." For more information, call 01604 630557. Photo: Fat Fugu
10. Suns and Roses
Suns and Roses is located on St James' Road and is open 10am-5pm Monday to Saturday. Owner, Nigel, has been tattooing for over 30 years. For more information, call 01604 949958. Photo: Suns and Roses
11. Rock Up Ink
Rock Up Ink, located on Dychurch Lane above Rockabelle's Hair and Beauty in Northampton town centre, is also a notable favourite with our readers. For more information about their services, call 01604 637564. Photo: Rock Up Ink
12. Pulse Tattoo and Piercing
Pulse tattoo and piercing in St Peter's Walk in the town centre is also a popular choice with our readers. To make an appointment, call 01604 627228. Photo: Pulse Tattoo and Piercing