Two professional piercing options.
Chosen for every age and stage.
Here’s everything you need to know about device piercing and hollow needle piercing.
If you have questions before booking, please reach out - we’re always happy to help you decide.
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Device Piercing
Best for infants and young children.
WHY PARENTS LOVE IT
Quick and gentle experience
Hand-pressured device is quiet and less intimidating
Designed specifically for small, soft earlobes
Easy aftercare to support healing
GOOD TO KNOW
Intended for earlobe piercings only
Ideal for younger clients who benefit from a fast, calm approach
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Hollow Needle Piercing
Best for those who want to be pierced with a hollow needle.
WHY PARENTS LOVE IT
Allows for precise placement
Supports cartilage and curated ear piercings
Greater flexibility for jewelry positioning
GOOD TO KNOW
Recommended for cartilage and select earlobe piercings
Not typically suggested for infants or young children
Both hollow needle piercing and device piercing are considered minor body art procedures. Healing times and experiences vary by individual. Information provided is for general educational purposes and does not replace medical advice.
Device Piercing
Perfect for infants and young children, offering a quick, gentle experience with simple aftercare for smooth healing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Gentle, hand-controlled piercing process
Quick appointment designed to minimize movement
Placement reviewed before piercing
Jewelry inserted immediately
Aftercare instructions provided in detail during our appointment
WHY CHOOSE
Very quick, helping reduce discomfort
Quiet and less intimidating for little ones
Designed specifically for pediatric earlobes
Starter jewelry is easy to manage during healing
Supports simple at-home aftercare
Hollow Needle Piercing
For those who want to be pierced with a needle. Ages 3 months and up.
In addition to ear lobes, hollow needle piercing is often used for cartilage piercings (helix, forward helix, conch, tragus, etc.) and select earlobe piercings.
What to Expect
Area is cleaned and prepped using proper infection-control procedures
Placement carefully marked and reviewed
A sterile, single-use hollow needle is used
Jewelry is inserted immediately after the piercing
Aftercare instructions are reviewed in detail
Pain & Healing
Pain tolerance varies by individual and piercing location - most clients describe it as quick and manageable
General healing expectations:
Earlobes: Approx. 6-8 weeks
Cartilage: Several months, up to one yea
Consistent aftercare is essential throughout the entire healing process
Aftercare
Proper aftercare supports healing and helps reduce irritation. Aftercare instructions include:
Cleaning with sterile saline
Avoiding unnecessary touching or pressure
Keeping jewelry in place during healing
Knowing when it is safe to change jewelry
We'll review detailed aftercare instructions at our appointment
All jewelry used for hollow needle piercing is medical grade, hypoallergenic, and appropriate for initial healing. Jewelry selection and sizing are chosen with healing and comfort in mind.