We wish we could give everyone wanting a piercing an excitable "Yes! Do it!" but the reality is that there are things to think about before making your final decision. Piercings are commitments and it’s always important to do your research or ask questions going into it. Any of our piercers would agree, asking questions is a good thing and we’re all happy to answer yours! There truly is no such thing as a silly question because we don’t expect...
We love this time of year! The time of year where people are picking out gifts for people they love. Gifts that they KNOW the special person in their life will appreciate. We enjoy getting to be a part of the process and help you with that. We put out a Holiday Gift Guide every year and we really try to break it down and keep it really simple. We hope that because of this, even those without any knowledge...
With all of the jewelry options out there, it’s no surprise that people want to know how to change their own jewelry. Some options are easier than others and some require tools. No matter what option you choose though, we are always happy to educate you so you feel supported and good about doing it on your own. Jewelry Options It depends on the piercing that you have but some of the most common jewelry types are labret studs, barbells, hoops, horseshoes,...
In this post, we'll explain: What are threadless labret studs Push-in labret stud style variations Threadless Studs Threadless or push-in labret studs are a refreshing and simplified alternative to threaded jewelry, consisting of a post that goes through the piercing and interchangeable tops that secure them. These are ideal for keeping new piercings from closing when changing studs, as the post does not have to be removed to change the look. The post has a smooth, hollow center that can work with...
Every holiday season, we put together a comprehensive guide of staff and customer favorites! Things that customers get really excited about and some of our best sellers. For those that don’t yet feel comfortable shopping in store at this time, we hope that with photos and descriptions of our products, it helps make your shopping experience a little bit easier. We understand that holiday shopping may look a little different this year so we wanted to get this year’s holiday...
Most people with body jewelry don't think twice when traveling within the United States since piercings are prevalent stateside in nearly every area. That can change when you decide to travel internationally. Travelers who are considering an international journey typically take the time to research cultural norms and expectations as they pertain to food, behavior, and clothing. Travelers with piercings need to take these considerations a step further, since the international location may have specific rules about body jewelry. While...
If you’ve ever thought about getting a cartilage piercing, odds are you had plenty of questions on the topic. Cartilage piercings are one of the more popular styles of body piercing, especially because they are a versatile selection of piercings that can suit nearly any style and personality. Here’s a handy guide to everything you need to know about cartilage piercings, so you can decide which piercing is right for you. What is a Cartilage Piercing? Cartilage piercing is technically a broader category...
While some people may believe that body piercing is a trend first made popular by young people and the punk rock movement, it’s actually been a cultural practice and way of life for many world societies throughout the centuries. Body piercing is anything but new; in fact, it has an interesting history that goes back thousands of years and has touched nearly every continent on the planet. Ancient Piercings Of all the types of body piercings, nostril and various ear piercings are...
There are many reasons for getting a piercing and a lot of positive things that come with getting one. They are unique, they make you feel good, they are appealing to look at, the list goes on. Thrown in there, though, are a handful of things that can go wrong. Most of which are preventable. Keloids and healing bumps are among those but people have a tough time telling the difference between the two. Let us help you out with...
