Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

At Shaman Modifications we understand that many people are interested in getting a piercing but going into a body piercing studio can be intimidating. To help make coming to see us a more comfortable experience we have compiled a few of the more commonly asked questions below. Please feel free to  EMAIL us with any further questions , and/or advice for expanding this section.

What if I have trouble healing the my piercing, are they guaranteed?

We do guaranty our work for the life of the piercing (from the time the jewelry is put in until it is taken out) please make sure you are following the aftercare given to you by your piercer and follow up with them about any issues you are having.  With the aftercare we use, piercings tend to heal very well but sometimes there are problems and our piercers will work with you to get your piercing healed.  If, in the rare event, nothing is working and your piercer advices you to take out your jewelry we will re-pierce at no charge.  We are invested in your safety and comfort; when you look good, we look good!

How much do piercings cost?

All prices include piercing procedure cost, basic jewelry (titanium or glass for larger ear piercings), and sales tax.  If you would like to upgrade we have a wide variety of jewelry; including (but not limited to) gold, diamonds, and synthetic gems (prices below are for basic jewelry before any upgrades).

Standard body piercings - $68 - $87
(navel, nipple, facial, and cartilage)
Ear lobe piercing (per ear) - $58
Micro-dermals/dermal anchors - $75
Genital piercings- $112

Can I bring in my own jewelry to be pierced or stretched with?

We cannot use jewelry from outside the shop in fresh or healing piercings. We are accountable for what we put into your body and to ensure a safe piercing and healing process we only pierce with our own jewelry. Shaman has an ongoing relationship with the top body jewelry companies and you can rest assured that what you are putting into your body is safe, high quality, and  comes with a lifetime warranty that covers any manufacturers defects (unfortunately they do not cover LOST jewelry). 

Can you pierce my child's ears?

We can definitely pierce minors' ears, however, we require a consultation with children between the ages of 5-10 years old and we do not pierce children below the age of 5.  We also require quite a bit of paperwork, to adhere to the law and ensure the safety of your child, which you can find HERE. 

What is the name of this thing in my ear?

Here's a little diagram that should help answer many of your questions.  Please keep in mind that not everyone has the proper anatomy for every piercing and if you get a piercing that is not right for you there can be problems with placement and healing.  A consultation with one of our piercers will help you determine what will work best for you.  

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Do piercings hurt?

There may be some temporary discomfort but we will keep you informed and prepared during the piercing process.  We try our best to be 100% honest with you and just like some people are ticklish and some people are not, what may be uncomfortable to one person is not for another. 

How does threadless jewelry work?