PIERCING AFTERCARE

• How long should I wait to change out jewelry?

In most cases, we recommend waiting about 6 to 8 months. Some piercings will require a downsize sooner to promote better healing. In that case, follow the piercer’s instructions.

• Can I change my jewelry from a stud to a ring?

Absolutely! This is normally not an issue. For most piercings, we recommend waiting the full healing time of 3 to 6 months before making the switch. For nostrils, we generally will not put a ring in a piercing until 6 to 8 months have passed, as they can be very sensitive and prone to irritation bumps.

• Is there a fee for having a piercer change my jewelry?

Yes, in most cases there is a service fee of $10 plus tax, in addition to the cost of jewelry should you need to buy a new piece. There is no service fee for downsizes when the original piercing was done by us, though you will still have to pay for the cost of jewelry.​

• There is a bump on my piercing, is this normal? 

It is likely that you have an irritation bump. It is not a scar or keloid, and is caused by irritation. Using hot compresses (soak a clean paper towel in hot water, and gently compress the piercing for 5 to 10 mins; do this daily until irritation subsides) will help. Reducing irritation from outside factors (ex. soaps, sleeping on the piercing, clothing rubbing) will also help.