Piercing for Ages 18+

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This section provides detailed information for adults (18 years and older) coming in for a piercing.

If you are bringing in a minor (under 18 years old) for a piercing, please refer to the appropriate age-specific pages. Those pages include all relevant details along with important requirements and restrictions that apply to minors.

What to Expect During Your Appointment

Appointments typically last 15–30 minutes. During this time, we will:

  • Review available earring options
  • Go over aftercare instructions
  • Carefully mark the piercing location before beginning

Important Information:

Earring Policy:

Earring Policy:

We only pierce with our sterile, in-house earrings to ensure safety and hygiene. You can learn more on our Prices and Piercing Systems page.

Piercing one ear at a time or Simultaneously:

Cartridge Piercing:

For earlobe piercings, we can pierce both ears simultaneously, provided the individual is able to remain still for a few seconds. This is typically possible for first lobe piercings and, in some cases, second or third lobe piercings, depending on the person's ear anatomy. If the curvature of the ear makes alignment challenging, we may recommend piercing one at a time to ensure optimal placement and symmetry.

For cartilage piercings, we cannot perform both ears at the same time. Due to the precise positioning required and the limited visibility when piercing both sides simultaneously, cartilage piercings must be done one ear at a time to ensure proper alignment and safety.

Needle Piercing:

Needle piercings must be performed one ear at a time and typically take about one minute per ear. Unlike cartridge piercings, which are instantaneous, needle piercing is a more controlled, three-step process designed for precision and safety. The process includes:

  1. Piercing the ear with a sterilized needle.
  2. Sliding the needle out while leaving a soft plastic catheter in place to maintain the piercing channel.
  3. Inserting the jewelry by guiding the back and then the front of the earring through the catheter.

Because of this multi-step method, only one ear can be pierced at a time to ensure accuracy and minimize discomfort.

Guests:

Guests:

We understand that getting a piercing can be a special and meaningful experience, and we welcome supportive guests to be part of the process. However, please keep in mind that we are a small studio with limited space, and we aim to maintain a calm and sterile environment for every appointment.

For Adults Being Pierced

  • Up to two adult guests may accompany you to your appointment.

  • Guests are welcome to observe and support you, but only those feeling well and able to remain respectful of the space should attend.

For Minors Being Pierced

  • A parent or legal guardian must be physically present for the appointment and sign the consent form.

  • Up to two adult guests may be in the piercing room during the procedure.

  • If a third adult wishes to attend, they may usually stand in the hallway just outside the piercing room to observe (space permitting).

If the child prefers a friend or peer as one of the two support guests, that is absolutely fine—as long as they are well-behaved and respectful of the environment.

Additional Guests

  • We have a small garden area in the back of the studio where extra guests are welcome to wait, weather permitting.

  • Please note that large groups cannot be accommodated inside due to space and safety limitations.

Bringing Additional Children

  • We understand that childcare is not always available. You’re welcome to bring additional children to the appointment as long as they are well-supervised and well-behaved.

  • Children must not be left unattended at any time, and our staff cannot assist with childcare.

  • We appreciate your help in maintaining a safe, calm atmosphere so we can focus on providing a positive piercing experience.

If you have a unique situation or special request, feel free to contact us in advance. We’ll do our best to accommodate you whenever possible.

Strollers:

Due to space limitations, strollers are not permitted inside the studio. However, we provide car seat stands for your convenience.

Timeliness:

Timeliness

We operate by appointment only, and it’s very important that you arrive on time. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate late arrivals beyond your scheduled appointment, and we also ask that guests do not arrive excessively early.

Your appointment includes sufficient time to:

  • Review earring options
  • Discuss aftercare
  • Carefully mark the ears
  • Complete the piercing

Please only arrive early if you plan to use full numbing and meet the requirements for numbing. We cannot apply numbing cream unless all listed requirements are met. If you're interested in numbing, please review the full numbing information below prior to your visit.

Cancellations:

Cancellations

We have a 24-hour cancellation policy. If you cancel on the same day as your appointment, a $25 deposit will be required to book a new appointment. This deposit goes toward the cost of your piercing but is non-refundable if you cancel again with less than 24 hours’ notice or if you do not show up.

If you need to cancel the day before your appointment and we are closed, please text us at (516)-595-9240.

⚠️ Important:

  • We do not check voicemail messages. Any cancellations left via voicemail will not be valid.
  • Do not reply to automated messages (such as appointment reminders or waivers); those responses are not visible to us and will not be received.

To avoid fees and ensure proper communication, always text us directly if you need to cancel or reschedule.

Before Your Appointment:

48 Hours Before Your Appointment

To ensure a smooth piercing experience, please:
✔ Eat a meal
✔ Stay hydrated
✔ Get adequate sleep
✔ Avoid alcohol, coffee, energy drinks, and blood thinners

Piercing Methods

We offer two piercing methods for infant earlobes: the medical cartridge system and the needle method.

Both are safe, hygienic, and effective, and we do not strongly recommend one over the other for this age group.

Click the methods listed below for for more info on each methods and general pricing

Needle Vs Cartridge

Cartridge Piercing

Cartridge Piercing

  • Preferred by the American Medical Association
  • Uses a manual, spring-free medical device—not a piercing gun
  • Device is operated by gentle hand pressure for controlled, low-stress piercing
  • Everything is prepackaged, sterilized, and disposable

Earring Options for Cartridge Piercing:

  • Titanium: $55 Single / $95 Pair
  • 14k Gold: $95–$100 Single / $150–$175 Pair
  • 14k Gold with 3-point Diamond: $125 Single / $195 Pair
  • 14k Gold with 5-point Diamond: $165 Single / $300 Pair
  • 14k Gold with 8-point Diamond: $250 Single / $475 Pair

Needle Piercing

Needle Piercing

  • Preferred by the Association of Professional Piercers (APP)
  • Uses a hollow, single-use catheter needle for precision

Important: For toddlers, we only proceed if the child is cooperative. We do not allow physical restraint during piercing. If your child is unable to sit still for cleaning, marking, and piercing, we will not continue.

What to Expect with Needle Piercing:

  • Piercing, stud insertion, and securing the back are done in separate steps
  • Takes about 1 minute per ear

Earring Options for Needle Piercing:

  • Primarily flat-back studs or seamless hoops
  • Note: Hoops are not recommended for infants due to safety risks
  • We use longer posts for swelling, and offer post-downsizing once the piercing heals

Important Note on Pricing:

Needle piercing earrings are priced per earring and tend to be in a higher price range due to the use of:

  • Specialty flat-back posts, which are able to be custom fit
  • Seamless hoops, which require more metal to manufacture

Needle Piercing Pricing:

  • Titanium: $90–$125 Single
  • 14k Gold: $150–$250 Single
  • 14k Gold with Diamonds: $200–$1,300 Single

Numbing:

Adults do not have an specific requirement for receiving numbing though if you are bringing in a child as well please keep in mind they do have requirements to numb the ears.

⚠️ For anyone under 18, we require verbal approval from your pediatrician before applying numbing cream. Without approval, we cannot proceed with numbing.

Partial Numbing

  • Arrive at your scheduled appointment time
  • Let staff know at check-in that you received approval
  • Cream will be applied while reviewing earrings and aftercare
  • Ears will be partially numb, but you may still feel a light pinch

Full Numbing

  • Arrive 20 minutes early
  • Let staff know at check-in that you received approval
  • Cream must remain untouched for 20 minutes to be effective
  • While waiting, you may leave and return at your appointment time or wait in our garden area if weather permit

Same-Day Cancellation or Rescheduling Policy:

We require 24 hours’ notice for any cancellations or changes.

If you cancel, reschedule, or miss your appointment with less than 24 hours’ notice, a $25 deposit will be required to rebook. This deposit will go toward your next appointment but is non-refundable if you miss or cancel again without proper notice.