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Frequently Asked Questions
Please call or text us at 817-750-8288 if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Absolutely! At Artisan Ink & Needle Co., we take your safety, comfort, and well-being very seriously. We follow strict hygiene protocols and use only high-grade equipment, needles, and titanium or gold jewelry to ensure that your piercing is performed safe and clean. Your piercer will ask you some questions about diet and medications you may be on, and we will explain the entire process to you and possible complications. After your piercing is complete, we will go after proper aftercare procedures and what you can expect and could experience during the healing process.
We only pierce in a private room and have the ability to perform piercings behind closed doors. We automatically close the door(s) for Nipple piercings (Male or Female) and will happily close the door(s) for any other piercing if requested. Your comfort is extremely important to us, and you may bring a friend or parent with you for moral support. For piercings on minors, we can still close the door(s) if requested, but the parent is required by law to be in the room at all times during the procedure.
We use only certified and lab tested ASTM F136 implant-grade titanium jewelry and dermal implants from one of the largest and most reputable suppliers in the United States for your initial piercing. 14k Gold is also available, and is specially ordered from the same supplier.
We ONLY use sterilized, single use needles or biopsy punches to perform our piercings and dermal implants. We do not ever recommend getting a piercing using a "gun" or any other kind of device as they are more traumatic to the body and have a high risk of infection and other complications.
Your particular anatomy may not be suited for a specific piercing. We will be more than happy to take a look and recommend a different piercing if necessary. If you have been told by numerous piercers that you do not have the anatomy for a specific piercing, please do not try and find someone that will just do it. Just because it CAN be pierced, doesn't mean that it should!
Absolutely. The reaction that turns your skin green is caused by the oxidation of lesser metals like Copper, Tin, Nickel, and Zinc, commonly found in "Sterling Silver" or "Costume" jewelry. Since we ONLY use top quality Titanium or Gold Jewelry, you should not experience this reaction. Titanium and Gold are touted as being hypoallergenic and safe to use for nearly everyone.
Short answer, Yes. We can, on a case-by-case basis. You will need to bring your jewelry to us beforehand so that we can inspect it and determine if it is suitable to use for an initial piercing and suitable to be run through our sterilizer, as not all available jewelry is suitable for either. If we determine that it is suitable, we will need to clean and run the jewelry through our sterilizer prior to using it. this process can take a minimum of an hour to complete. We WILL NOT use Plastic, Silicone, or sterling silver jewelry for your initial pericing.
No, we do not perform the Snake Eye piercings. Due to the nature of this piercing, there is a high risk of serious complications and rejection.
No, we do not perform any genital piercings at this time.
No, tongue splitting is not allowed in the State of Texas on anyone for any reason.
If you are an adult (18+), you HAVE to bring a valid (unexpired) government issued form of Identification. This can be a learners permit, a drivers license/Identification card, or a passport. If you have renewed your ID and have the paper copy that has your picture on it, that is acceptable. You cannot bring a parent and birth certificate in place of a government issued form of identification if you are over the age of 18. This is a requirement of the state, there are no exceptions.
Yes. State law allows for minors to get piercings. You will need to bring some form of Identification for YOU (government issued if you have it, or a school ID with your picture and first and last name on it.) You will also have to bring a Biological Parent with you. They will need their valid (unexpired) government issued ID, and they will need to bring your birth certificate. Your Parent that you bring with you MUST be listed on the birth certificate and they must be present and witness the entire process. These items and process are required by the state, there are no exceptions.
If the person you are bringing is your legal, court appointed guardian, you must ALSO bring the court papers with you declaring the person as having legal guardianship over you. It should just be the first 2 pages that certify this requirement, but its a good idea to bring all the documents with you, just in case. Your legal guardian MUST be present and witness the entire process. These items and process are required by the state, there are no exceptions.
First things first, if you have any medical issues or conditions, we recommend consulting with your physician prior to getting ANY kind of piercing. Secondly, We recommend that you drink LOTS of water for a few days leading up to your piercing, eat at least an hour before your piercing, and having a SMALL sweet snack just prior. (For our diabetic clients, please consult your physician and follow their recommended pre-piercing instructions.) It is also a good idea to make sure that the area is clean and free of any dirt/debris/makeup etc. prior to coming in for your piercing. We will clean and sterilize the area to be pierced, but there is no such thing as TOO clean. Lastly, RELAX! You're going to look GREAT!
Piercing Price List
Initial Piercings
All Initial Piercing Prices INCLUDE basic Implant Grade Titanium Jewelry! This will either be a plain colored ball, a colored gem, or a silver spike. Additional charges apply for upgraded jewelry. If there are 2 prices listed, the first price is for 1 and the second price is for 2 if done on the same person at the same time.
Ashley Piercing
$55
The Ashley piercing is placed in the center of the lower lip. Typically, it is pierced with a labret bar which works best in this type of piercing. This provides a small ball, charm, or jewel which sits on the lip and a flat circular plate that sits in the mouth.
Bridge Piercing
$50
A Bridge piercing is a hole in the soft tissue on the bridge of your nose through which you insert jewelry. It's usually a short barbell and sits horizontally across the bridge of your nose, between your eyebrows.
Conch Piercing
$60
A Conch piercing is a type of cartilage piercing in the upper or lower concha, inside the ear.
Daith Piercing
$60
A Daith piercing is a specific type of cartilage piercing. They are located in the inner curved fold just above the ear canal opening. Daith piercings have their origins in Jewish culture and the name translates to 'knowledge' or 'knowing' in English. Daith piercings are also commonly referred to as the "headache" piercing, as it has been reported to reduce the frequency and/or intensity of headaches and migraines.
Dermal Implant
$70/$120
Dermal implants, also known as subdermal implants or subdermal piercings, are a type of body modification that involves a piercing and anchor that sits beneath the skin.
Dimple Piercing
$70/$120
A Dimple piercing penetrates the facial tissue into the oral cavity. The usual placement is symmetrical on both sides of the face, either penetrating (and enhancing) or imitating dimples.
Ear Lobe Piercings (0-9 years old)
$40/$70
An Earlobe piercing is a common first piercing made in the lower, fleshy part of the ear.
Ear Lobe Piercing (10+ years old)
$30/$50
An Earlobe piercing is a common first piercing made in the lower, fleshy part of the ear.
Eyebrow Piercing
$50
An Eyebrow piercing is performed with one end of the piercing above the eyebrow and the other below. Placed vertically, Eyebrow piercings are easy to manage and heal quickly.
Helix Piercing
$40
A Helix piercing is the name given to any piercing located in the upper cartilage area of the ear. For this reason they are also referred to as cartilage piercings. This type of piercing is very popular for when people are looking to curate an ear stack that migrates from the lobe around the full edge of the ear.
Industrial Piercing
$60
An Industrial piercing is a type of ear piercing that involves two holes in the cartilage of the ear that are connected by a single piece of jewelry, usually a barbell. The two holes are typically located in the helix and anti-helix parts of the ear, with one closer to the head and the other further down the helix on the opposite side.
Labret Piercing
$55
A Labret piercing is a facial piercing that is usually placed below the lower lip, in the dip between the chin and lips. It's often done with a labret stud, which is a barbell with a flat disk on one end and a bead or ball on the other.
Medusa Piercing
$55
A Medusa piercing, also known as a philtrum piercing, is a facial piercing that goes through the philtrum, the indentation above the upper lip and below the nose. The piercing is typically done with a labret stud, which has a flat back and a straight post that attaches to a ball or a small gem on the outside of the piercing
Monroe Piercing
$55
A Monroe piercing is a facial piercing that's located above the upper lip on the left side of the face. It's named after Marilyn Monroe because it's placed in the same spot as her famous beauty mark.
Navel (Belly Button) Piercing
$40
A Navel piercing, also known as a belly button piercing, is a piercing through the skin of the navel or belly button. The piercing is usually located on the upper fold of skin, but it can also be placed underneath or around the edges. The jewelry is often a ring or other ornament that hangs slightly over the belly button.
Nipple Piercing
$45/$80
Nipple piercings can be done in many ways, including horizontally, vertically, or diagonally, and one or both nipples can be pierced at once.
Nostril Piercing
$40/$70
A Nostril piercing is a popular piercing that goes through the soft cartilage of the outside of the nose. It can be placed anywhere on the nostril, including the dimple.
Rook Piercing
$50
A Rook piercing is a cartilage piercing in the upper ear that goes through the fold of cartilage between the inner and outer conch.
Septum Piercing
$50
A Septum piercing is a piercing in the center of the nose, between the nostrils, that goes through the thin skin between the cartilage and the bottom of the nose. The piercing is usually done in the "sweet spot", which is the softer tissue just below the septum.
Smiley Piercing
$70
A Smiley piercing, also known as a lip frenulum piercing, is a piercing that goes through the frenulum, the thin piece of skin that connects the upper lip to the upper gum. The piercing is only visible when smiling, which is why it's called a smiley piercing.
Snake Bite Piercing
$90
A Snake Bite piercing is a pair of piercings on the lower lip that resemble a snake's bite. The piercings are usually placed symmetrically near the outer corners of the lower lip, but the exact location is a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer their piercings closer to the corners of their mouth, while others prefer them closer to the center of their bottom lip.
Spider Bite Piercing
$90
A Spider Bite piercing is a type of lip piercing that consists of two piercings placed side by side on one side of the lower lip, near the corner of the mouth. The piercings are meant to resemble the pincers of a spider's mouth.
Tongue Piercing
$55
A Tongue piercing is a piercing that goes through the tongue. We only perform Vertical tongue piercings, the most common variation of the Tongue piercing. We do not recommend, nor perform, horizontal, surface, or Snake Eye tongue piercings.
Tragus Piercing
$50
A Tragus piercing is a piercing through the small piece of cartilage that covers the ear canal, located in the inner corner of the ear, next to the face.
Vertical Labret
$55
A Vertical Labret piercing is a type of lip piercing that goes through the bottom lip and exits below it. Vertical Labrets are characterized by being placed completely outside of the mouth, with one entry from just below the bottom of the lip to the top of the bottom lip.
Upgrades/Aftercare/Misc Services
Just some of the products/services we offer outside of an initial piercing!
Upgraded Jewelry
$10 and up
We have a lot of options in upgrading your jewelry at the time of your piercing. Ask your piercer before getting your new piercing for what options are available and/or recommended! We can also custom order Jewelry to swap out at a later date!
Retainers/Spacers
$5 and up
We have numerous options of retainers/spacers to replace your jewelry for numerous reasons. These are great If you are getting a medical procedure done (such as surgery or an MRI/X-Ray, or have a function or event that does not allow piercings. They are typically made out of plastic or Silicone, and are clear. Note that we will not use these for an initial or fresh piercing.
Neilmed Piercing Aftercare
$10
We use and recommend Neilmed's Sterile Isotonic Saline aftercare fine mist spray to assist in keeping your piercing clean and promote healing!
Listerine Alcohol Free Mouthwash
$5
We use and recommend Listerine Alcohol-Free Mouthwash to keep your oral piercings clean while they heal.
Downsizing
$10 and up
We offer free downsizing services when the initial piercing was performed by us! You just pay for the jewelry, and we will be happy to downsize for you. Typically its just a replacement of the flatback post with a shorter one after the swelling has come and gone. There is an additional charge if the initial piercing was not performed by us.
Jewelry Swaps
$20 and up
Want to swap your jewelry out but don't want to do it yourself? We got you covered! Your jewelry or ours, we can swap it out for you in a clean, controlled environment. The service starts at $20, and may be more if you choose to purchase jewelry from us.
Jewelry Removal
$0 - 10$
Need your Jewelry removed and cant get it out yourself? No problem! Come and see us! If we don't have to use any tools to remove your jewelry, we will not charge you. If we have to use tools, the service is $10.
Jewelry Anodizing
$5 each
Want to add a pop of color to your jewelry? With Anodizing we can turn any of our jewelry into over 20 different colors in minutes, before we pierce you or swap your jewelry out. You can view the color options when you are picking out your jewelry!
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