Piercing: FAQ

Do you pierce with a needle or a gun?
We only use a needle.

How thick are your posts?
Our posts are 1.2 mm thick and 8 mm long.

What size earring do I need for a new piercing?
A post 1.2 mm thick and 8 mm long suits most people, but we look at every ear individually.

How do I care for a healing piercing?
For the first 2–3 weeks, disinfect the piercing 2–3 times a day. Once the swelling has gone down, 1–2 times a day is enough. Use the solution our piercer recommends, or Octisept, which you can buy at any pharmacy.

When can I change my earring?
In the lobe, after 6–8 weeks. In cartilage, no earlier than 2 months and only after our specialist has checked it, as cartilage takes 6–12 months to fully heal.

Can you shorten the post?
Yes. We shorten posts in the lobe after 6–8 weeks and in cartilage after 2 months, as long as the area is no longer swollen.

Is there a minimum age for piercing?
We pierce from the age of 7. Anyone under 18 must come with a parent or guardian, who signs a consent form.

How are piercing earrings different from regular earrings?
A piercing earring can go in any part of the ear. Its flat back is designed for comfort and sits close to the ear, so you can even sleep in it.

How many piercings can I get at once?
In one visit, we can pierce each lobe once or up to two spots in the cartilage of one ear. For more, our specialist will take a look first.