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Why is my Piercing Itchy?: Is Your Piercing Aftercare up to Scratch?
Have an itchy piercing? You’re not alone. Even if you follow your piercing aftercare plan to a T. Often, itchiness starts a week or more into the healing process. We answer whether it’s a concern, what [...]
Staying Calm Before & During Your Body Piercing
Excitement, anxiety, or apprehension. Whatever the cause, it’s easy to get worked up before a piercing - especially your first piercing. So it’s common to have your nerves a little on edge. Still, as easy as [...]
The Ultimate Guide: How to Prepare for Your First Helix Piercing
Helix piercings, located on the upper part of the ear, have become increasingly popular due to their versatility and ability to showcase unique jewelry. However, before you take the plunge, it's crucial to prepare properly for [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Tragus Piercings: A Comprehensive Overview
Are you considering getting a tragus piercing? This trendy and stylish ear piercing has gained immense popularity in recent years. Whether you're a piercing enthusiast or just looking to enhance your ear aesthetics, tragus piercings offer [...]
Are Piercings Professional? | Body Modification & The Workplace
Piercings and tattoos have undoubtedly made their way into the mainstream. But can they affect your career? Many of our clients are ready to transition from school to work, or from job to career. In a [...]
Piercing Aftercare: The Official Guide
Your piercing doesn’t end when you get out of the artist’s chair. Once your body is pierced, the aftercare process begins. Diligent piercing aftercare ensures you heal properly, faster, and more comfortably. This guide runs through [...]
How to Plan Your Curated Ear Piercings
While multiple ear piercings themselves aren’t new, the curated ear burst onto the scene in late 2015. Since then, their popularity has yet to fade. The curated ear trend transforms ear piercings from a single accessory [...]
Dispelling Myths About Piercing Placement & Sexuality
Every piercing shop in downtown Toronto hears thousands of customers ask every year, “is there a gay side for piercings?” Regardless of why they’re asking our answer is plain and simple, piercing location does not indicate [...]
How to Perform A Belly Button Piercing
From beach bums to #fitstagrammers, belly button rings are the piercing of the summer. Whether they’re shown off or kept under wraps, belly button piercings are one of the most popular piercing types. With their high-demand, [...]