Ashlyn

Piercer Profile

Almost Famous location(s) where you work:
I work at the Almost Famous location in Mankato, Minnesota

What date did you begin piercing?
I began piercing in February of 2024.

How many piercings do you personally have?
I currently have 24 piercings with plans of getting more.

What is your favorite piercing you have?
I love them all, but favorite piercings I have are probably my nostrils and stretched lobes.

What is your favorite piercing to do on others?
I think all piercings are fun to do, but my current favorites to do on others are symmetrical nostrils, conches, flats, septums and medusas!

Why did you want to be an Almost Famous piercer?

I wanted to be an Almost Famous piercer because I have always been interested in body art, and then when I started working at Almost Famous I found out there was so much to learn about piercing and it seemed like such a fun job to get to go to everyday, and it definitely is

What is your favorite thing about being an Almost Famous piercer?

My favorite thing about being an Almost Famous Piercer is bringing other peoples ideas to life. My favorite part of all my services is seeing people’s faces light up after getting a piercing they’ve been wanting. I also really enjoy when customers give me creative freedom and trust to try out new things or choose fun jewelry for them!

What do you enjoy about our customers?

I enjoy that our customers have such unique ideas when they come in. It can be so fun to do something original on someone, and those are usually the kinds of people that bring so much positive energy into the room!

What are your hobbies outside of body piercing?

Outside of body piercing I spend my time thrifting, finding new places around town to explore, playing guitar, hiking, painting, visiting family and friends, writing songs, reading, relaxing at home with my two kittens, Yvonne and Yvette, and very poorly attempting to bake.

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“I recently had my nose pierced and got a daith piercing done by Amanda at the Fargo store. I was extremely nervous to have this done but she was cheery and friendly and she put me right at ease. I love my piercings and was very happy with the professional atmosphere of the shop!”

-Myra O.