How to choose your piercer

Rédigé par : Naald Piercing | Dernière mise à jour : 14 Dec 24

The choice of piercer: an essential element

As with any profession, there are competent piercers and there are those who think they are. It's not always easy to tell the difference, but since it's your health, it's best to select your piercer with the greatest care.

Choosing a good piercer will allow you to put all the chances on your side so that your piercing is done well and, above all, in accordance with the appropriate hygiene rules . An experienced professional will minimize the risk of complications and ensure a safe and comfortable procedure . He will also take into account your anatomy and offer you alternatives to your first choices if necessary. Because yes, not all piercings can be done on all body types.

In summary, among many criteria, the essential things to remember when choosing your piercer:

  • He/she is aware of the basic rules of hygiene , has participated in the “Hygiene and sanitation” training and is able to show you his/her certificate. The use of sterile equipment and single-use consumables is a given (gloves, needles, etc.)
  • He /she will take your anatomy into account before agreeing to pierce you and will be able to offer you alternatives if necessary.
  • He /she has good communication skills and will be able to explain the procedure to you in detail.
  • He/she will give you care advice tailored to your piercing and will monitor his /her work throughout the healing phase.
  • He/she will answer all the questions you have. There are no stupid questions, if you are asking yourself the question, others have asked it too.
  • He/she will give you clear prices, without any additional costs . He/she will naturally tell you whether the jewel is included in the advertised price or not.

Your choice of piercer will not only impact the safety of the procedure, but also your experience. A piercer who listens to your concerns and guides you through the healing process can make all the difference in a positive experience.

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Information Finding the right piercer doesn't mean that you will never have a problem with your piercing. Your professional will do his job conscientiously, it is then up to YOU ​​to take care of his work and your body by respecting the advice/post-piercing care that he will give you without doing more or less.
Even if you have the best piercer in Paris, Lyon or one of the most renowned, if you go to the swimming pool, to the SPA or if you go to work in the dust, in short if you do not follow his recommendations, a few days after getting pierced, you should not be surprised to have problems.

Find a (experienced) piercer near you

A professional piercer offers not only technical skills, but also unique know-how. His experience and training allow him to perform piercings with precision, thus minimizing the risk of complications. He will know how to choose the right place for your piercing, thus avoiding capillaries and nerves, ensuring faster healing.

Turning to an experienced piercer also means ensuring you have access to high-quality materials.

Obviously , a good piercer guarantees you comprehensive care for your piercing. From preparation to aftercare, their expertise contributes to a more reassuring and enjoyable piercing experience.

Choosing one close to home allows you to have easier monitoring of your piercing and helps you with care throughout the healing phase.

Information Be careful though, just because it's down the street from your building doesn't mean it's going to be good. Sometimes it's better to drive a few more miles to get the best quality possible. We're not telling you to go to the other side of the country just yet.

Ask for references and read reviews

It is important to ask for references and read reviews of the piercer you have chosen. While this is not an absolute truth , this information offers valuable insight into the professionalism of the piercer and the satisfaction of previous clients. You are not immune to coming across reviews written by their friends, or that dissatisfied clients have preferred to go to another professional without leaving a negative review.

Reviews and references help you assess the quality of the piercer's work, their cleanliness and their compliance with hygiene standards. For the best experience, pay attention to the details mentioned in customer reviews.

However, it is necessary to interpret the opinions and references with discernment . Consider all the opinions received, avoiding focusing on a single negative opinion. The goal is to find a piercer who meets your expectations and your requirements in terms of know-how.

If a negative review is about a bad reception for example, don't dwell on it, it is possible that the piercer had a very bad day that day (and yes piercers are also human just like you there can be good days and bad days, robot piercers do not exist yet), or that it is a particularly unpleasant customer (there are quite a few).

Visit the piercing studio

It is important to assess the hygiene of the piercing studio during your visit. Note whether they use sterilized equipment and whether they follow safety and cleanliness standards.

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Visiting the piercing studio beforehand also ensures that you feel comfortable and confident in this environment. It also allows you to get to know the piercer, the current must flow well between you. After all, a feeling of comfort and security is crucial when you are about to modify your body. Because yes, piercing is a body modification / skin breakage / bodily violence (yes the words are harsh but it is the reality) and is not to be taken lightly.

Ask all your questions

Before making a final decision, it is crucial to prepare a list of questions to ask your piercer. From the sterilization methods used to their training, no question is irrelevant or unnecessary.

Answering your questions and concerns will help you assess the piercer's skill and professionalism. Every detail counts to ensure a safe and hygienic piercing process.

Asking all your doubts will not only allow you to get to know the piercer better, but also to learn everything you need to know about the piercing experience. What type of prosthesis does he place? Is it a steel, titanium or bioplast prosthesis? Does he use needles, catheters or a gun (this last point will be very clearly eliminatory ...)
Don't leave any question unanswered, no matter how insignificant it may seem. Again, there is no such thing as a stupid question. Don't know? Ask!

It is also essential to educate yourself on the ideal time to change your jewelry, the signs of infection, and how to care for your piercing. These questions will help you minimize the risks after the piercing.

Ultimately, asking all your questions before the piercing is not only a sign of your active involvement in this process, but also an additional guarantee of your safety and the success of your piercing. If the piercer does not have time to answer your concerns, he will not have time to take care of you afterwards.

There are no hidden fees

When you ask for a price, the piercer will tell you the price of the procedure. Very often, this price does not take into account the cost of the jewelry. Nothing wrong with that, but it must be clearly stated from the start and not make you go from an announced price of €50 for example, to €130 or €140 because "Oh yes, there is the jewelry that is added to the price". An unscrupulous method used by some.

Finally, you must feel comfortable with your piercer and leave with the answers to every question you ask yourself. There are no stupid questions and your piercer is there to answer them. Piercing is not a trivial act so do not take it lightly and do not be embarrassed to be anxious, stress is part of piercing. A piercer is not a magician, he cannot extract all the anxiety that you feel before getting pierced but he must alleviate it as much as possible, it is also his job ;)

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