Piercing FAQ
Q: How do I book for a piercing?
A: Please book here: https://mycherietattoostudio.setmore.com/
Q: How old do I need to be to get a piercing?
A: If you are under the age of 16 we can only pierce your earlobe carried out in the presence of that person's parent or guardian, who must also sign the consent form. Please bring your ID with you to your appointment without this we will not pierce you.
Q: Can I bring a friend?
A: We allow one guest to come with you to your piercing appointment but they must stay seated.
Q: How shall I prepare for my appointment?
1. Do not drink alcohol the day before or on the day
2. Make sure you eat a good meal/breakfast before your appointment.
3. Avoid having caffeine before your appointment, caffeine can thin the blood and will make you restless.
4. If you have long hair we suggest that you arrive at your appointment with it tied back and away from your face.
5. Wear comfortable clothing.
Q:How many piercings can I get in one session?
We recommend no more than 3-4 piercings.
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Q: Do you pierce with guns or needles?
At My Cherie, we pierce with needles because they result in less tissue trauma, shorter healing time, and an overall more hygienic piercing procedure than piercing with a piercing gun
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Q: What is the piercing jewellery made out of?
We use implant-grade titanium jewellery.
Q: What shall I do during my piercing?
A: Relax! Your piercer needs you to stay quite still, tensing and holding your breath is not necessary.
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Q: How long shall I wait before downsizing my piercing?
We recommend downsizing after the initial swelling has gone down; it's important to downsize your jewellery in order to avoid potential complications, such as irritations, bumps, or odd angles as your piercing heals up. This can vary depending on the location of your piercing and how you personally heal but usually it takes 2-3 months.
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