Piercing Methods
Which piercing method is better: Gun or Needle?
Needle
What 3 certifictions do you need to become a piercer?
CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens
Should you pierce your own ears if you have no experience in piercing?
NO
What's the most common piercing in the US?
Ear
Do piercing needles have holes through them?
Yes, this is so that there is no tearing :)
How long does your apprenticeship at a piercing shop need to last?
6 months-2 years
Should minors get piercings without parental permission?
NO
What's the SECOND most common piercing in the US?
Nose
What piercing tool is used for correcting botched piercings and surface piercings?
Scalpel
Do you need a license to be a piercer?
Yes
What's a really bad tool to use to pierce your ears with?
Safety Pin
What age do girls typically get their ears pierced in Latin America?
Newborn
What piercing strategy is used for gauges?
Dermal Punch/Stretching
How old do you have to be to become a piercer?
18
Is your daughter very, very, very, very sorry and has learned from her mistakes and will never do anything like this ever again?
YES!
What percent of teen girls have their ears pierced in the US?
84%