Cara is amazing and really knows what she's doing. I wanted to get my tragus repierced but she went…read moreto check to see first if the piercing closed or not. It didn't close and she just told me it will feel a sting for a couple of days to get used to the jewelry. Anyways 2-3 weeks later I got my helix and ear lope pierced and very smooth experience. She also tells you what to do and not to do. She sent me home with care instructions and a travel care spray. Definitely go to here for your piercings! Very clean and professional, thank you Cara!

I came in to get my outer conch pierced and the experience from beginning to end was seamless and…read moregreat! Booking online was easy and straightforward. I've heard mixed things about the pain and healing for a conch piercing so naturally, I was really nervous. Cara was great at explaining each step that she was doing which I think helped to calm my nerves a bit. I appreciate how thorough she was and her demeanor was calm which helped to ease any nervousness I was experiencing. The aesthetic of the studio was very clean and cozy. I also liked the variety of jewelry and Cara was helpful picking out a piece that would suit the anatomy of my ear. I also appreciated the thorough instructions with aftercare. I already have my appointment booked to downsize but had to add another piercing because the experience the first time around was so nice.

This review is for Eldo and Alex. I had my conch piercing…read moredone at a reputable place in LA (not body manipulation) before I moved to SF but during the last 4-5 months ran into a number of issues- swelling back of ear, etc. I went to body manipulation twice for consultation and to get my earring swapped out and both Eldo and Alex were so knowledgeable and so helpful. They took the time to walk me through what was happening and also recommended that if the swelling and fluid filled bump behind my ear didn't settle down, to go get it drained (which I did and it's been great since). I wish I had gotten my piercing done here originally. Their pricing is reasonable and knowledge far deeper than other places I'm aware of. The after care service is insane and I recommend this place 10/10!

I remember when Body Manipulations used to be back in the Mission. This was the spot to get all…read moreyour piercings...and TBH, it still is. I made the mistake of getting pierced out of state. My ears got infected and the swelling was terrible. I came to Body Manip and the piercer saved my ear...and my piercings! Apparently, the jewelry originally utilized was not the biz...and they switched it out to new ones. They left some space for the ears to swell and cleaning instructions. No joke but my ears felt immediate relief. Now, my ears are awesome. My spouse recently got a double helix here. Loved the person who pierced her. Gave such professional info and care. He also tested out placement with hoops just to be sure it looked right. Just amazing from start to finish. Make no mistake...this is the place to go for all your piercings. The jewelry is expensive but worth it.

Came in to get a tattoo scheduled for Tuesday, but by Luck I got Raul a day early…read more I have read all the reviews and they were all correct!! Raul was AMAZING He created a few designs for me that I am Thrilled and Proud to wear on my body. He is an amazing Artist, He is very patient and takes pride in his work & it shows in the work he does. The shop is clean and everyone is very welcoming and professional. The prices are decent especially for the work that they do. I have already had a dozen people ask me where I got my tattoo from, and it was only less than 24 hours since I got my tattoo Thank you again RAUL ...

Tatianna is a absolute artist. Also very much a people person…read more She did a tattoo of my dogs name and his actual paw print. It was a healing process for me. I had to put him down after 15 yrs. Tati was like hanging out with one of my nieces. If you want a special piece of art on you. 100% go see Tati. Nan V.

I couldn't be happier with my tattoo. Van was professional, creative, and really took the time to…read moremake sure the design came out exactly how I imagined. The shop was clean and welcoming, and the whole experience was comfortable from start to finish. The line work and shading are flawless. I've gotten so many compliments already. I'll definitely be coming back for my next tattoo.

This shop was the ONLY shop that was open at noon that answered the phone near me in South San…read moreFrancisco. I went in to get a new stud because mine had fallen out. I had surgery the day before I came into the shop and did not want my nose piercing to close so I was in a bit of a panic. Van was incredibly sweet. Helped me right away. The vibe was chill. Classic tattoo shop vibe. I felt at ease. I will definitely be back for a tattoo!

Such an easy process getting an appointment, sharing my design, and working with the artist when I…read moregot there to perfect it to my liking. G did an incredible job with my tree design (so precise!) and was great to talk to throughout the appointment. The studio was also very cool, with skylight windows for great natural light. Would definitely book with G again!

DO NOT GO HERE FOR PIERCINGS…read more i want to preface this post that jake is not apart of the association of professional piercers (app) which should be the first red flag. since there are not a lot of regulations regarding piercings, i would suggest only going to one that is apart of the app because of their commitment and dedication to safety and sanitation standards. i am honestly disappointed having to write this review since i had high expectations given the other reviews. i got two piercings and one is healing well. however, the other one is not after getting it pierced nearly a month ago. i went in to have it looked at and the interaction was very unpleasant, giving me a reason to write this review. his first comment was "do you know how long it takes to heal" after asking if he would take a look at it. he then was gaslighting me saying i wasn't cleaning it and he would give me an aftercare sheet. he THEN proceeded to back out so quickly and said i needed to go to a doctor and he's just a piercer and it's unethical to give me medical advice LOL. he did not even try to help remedy my piercing at all. anyways i went to another piercer to get a second opinion and all that was needed was the correct jewelry for my anatomy. there was no infection, it was simply irritated. jake actin like i got some disease for real. disgusted by jake's customer service and unprofessional behavior given HE WAS THE ONE WHO PIERCED IT.

Amazing experience with getting my 1yr old daughter's ears pierced. Margaret was so patient and…read morekind with my daughter. The room was clean and sterile which everything ready to go. The process was clearly explained and everything went quickly. There were some tears but my daughter was smiling soon enough. The after care instructions were clearly given with everything we needed. I highly recommend Margaret for your piercing needs!

Margaret was absolutely wonderful! She was incredibly patient, flexible with a few special…read morerequests, and made the entire experience comfortable from start to finish. We brought four girl cousins (ages 2-7) to get their ears pierced, along with siblings, parents, aunts and uncles. Even with kids playing in the background, Margaret never seemed annoyed or distracted. She allowed a few family members to stay and watch while others waited outside, which helped everyone feel at ease. Before each piercing, she carefully made sure the parents (and even us aunts!) were happy with the placement. She willingly adjusted the markings when we asked and offered thoughtful, experienced advice without ever making us feel like we were being difficult. She gave the girls numbing spray. The oldest girl didn't even flinch and the youngest cried maybe less than a minute. One of my daughters was getting her second set of piercings, and we noticed one side looked a little farther from her first piercing because of her ear shape. We asked if it could be redone, and Margaret honestly recommended doing it right away rather than waiting for it to heal. She handled the situation professionally and without hesitation or defensiveness. Although my daughter wasn't thrilled about having it redone, Margaret was quick, calm, and reassuring throughout the process. In the end, my daughter left happy--especially after receiving a couple of extra lollipops! The aftercare instructions were clear and thorough. We received a cleaning solution, an easy-to-follow aftercare calendar, and even a fun stamp for the kids to keep track of when ear care is done. I highly recommend Margaret to anyone looking for ear piercings, especially for young children. She is warm, confident, incredibly experienced, and made what could have been a stressful experience feel easy and enjoyable for our whole family

I've been to this store a few times now and they have a great selection of jewelry…read more Over the weekend I came in to purchase a bracelet I was eyeing online and to get a permanent bracelet. They don't have any prices for their permanent bracelets so I had no idea what to expect but I knew I wanted 14k gold, and I was most interested in a Cuban chain. This could have been a case of miscommunication coupled with the fact I don't like confrontation, but when I asked about the price I swore I was told ~$250. That seemed reasonable to me, I've been looking into Cuban chains and that was the price point I was seeing for about that size in 14k. When it came to checkout the price was $2,450 for just the permanent bracelet.....I was in a rush and again, don't love confrontation, so I paid and left but I feel like I seriously over paid for this tiny light weight chain. I was planning on getting more bracelets and jewelry plus some new piercings but after this I don't know if I trust their prices. I think I may use them to find cool jewelers, but purchase elsewhere. It's my fault I didn't double check the price, I take ownership in that. I would just caution against the permanent jewelry, at least learn from my mistake and get the price in writing not just verbally. Update: wow that was a super fast response! They reached out to me after seeing my review. Thank you so much Nadia for your call. I can tell you all really care about your customers. Looking forward to coming back this weekend. Additional side notes, I really appreciate the care they put into fitting the jewelry for customers. I've also have had things shipped to me and their packaging is lovely with nice presentation. Even their shipping box feels lux. Those little details and the quick response to my post has brought me back around and I will absolutely be a repeat customer. Can't wait to get more unique jewelry and piercings with friends! :)

I got my first ear piercings at age 8 with a gun at the mall. I am decades from that day now. My…read morefirst lobe piercings have stretched with wear and time to the point that almost any earring looks like it will rip out of my earlobe. I arranged a consult with Ben, who asked detailed questions, assessed my current stack and suggested I had enough lobe health to do a piercing stacked on top of my first piercing. This will allow me to wear studs together or to wear a statement earring in the new hole without the issue of more stretching. He recommended jewelry options based on my style, then brought me back to do the piercing same-day (it was a Monday morning, so the store wasn't busy). He was meticulous in the setup and talked me through every step of the process. Easy and done. It's been two weeks and my new piercings are healing beautifully and I am already loving the placement and the options it affords me. When worn with earrings in my original first piercings, the two stacked together actually detract from the stretching. Ben is a total pro. If and when I get more piercings I absolutely will ask for him.