06/13/2026
Jewelry quality is IMPORTANT. Proper training and education in body piercing from someone claiming to be a “professional” is IMPORTANT.
This piercing was done at a local studio using jewelry that was absolutely not safe for the body. The wearable surface was the exact same size as the rough decorative portion, which caused it to get stuck inside the piercing channel and literally tear the tissue up.
Do your research before trusting someone with your body. In Wisconsin, it’s unfortunately very easy to get a piercing license, and a license alone does not equal experience, education, or quality. That’s how a lot of studios fool people into thinking they’re reputable professionals while taking your money and setting you up for complications, irritation, or piercings that never properly heal.
I was able to switch this jewelry to something made out of high quality, properly fitted for an initial piercing, and actually safe for the body and look at how much better it already doing!
Remember friends, you get what you pay for. A $25 piercing is rarely a good idea unless you’re comfortable rolling the dice with your body’s health and safety.
Ask yourself:
what corners are being cut for them to charge that little while still making a profit? Usually it’s cheaper jewelry, poor quality materials, lack of proper education, rushed procedures, or unsafe practices behind the scenes.
Your body deserves better than bargain-bin body art. Quality jewelry, proper sterilization, experience, and safe piercing practices all cost money for a reason.
