I've been following this place on Instagram for weeks, and I finally made it in for a piercing. First off, the outside entrance is super cute and the aesthetic is just lovely. When you step inside, you'll see their jewelry case with all genuine metal, hypoallergenic pieces that you can leave in forever. They have a range of options, including gold, diamond, and cubic zirconia. A friendly lady at the front will guide you through all the jewelry options. I chose this place because of its cute, dainty jewelry, which is perfect if you like smaller pieces. The process is straightforward: you pay separately for the piercing and the jewelry. The piercing itself is $60, and you'll need to buy the stud or back piece, which costs an additional $18. The jewelry ranges from $85 and up. My final cost was around $300 for a genuine gold piece with a real diamond. The studio was clean, and the piercer was incredibly knowledgeable, laid-back, and easy to talk to. I'm already planning my next visit and looking forward to getting another piercing. We even mapped out my ear for future piercings! read more

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Got a conch piercing done here a few months ago. Nick is fantastic! He really focused on making sure the placement was right, and even changed it a few times to make it look right. They give clear instructions on piercing care and do a great job helping you pick out jewelry (holding up the gem to your ear so you can see exactly what it will look like before you decide). The scheduling process is super easy as well! I'll definitely be back for my next piercing! read more

I was desperately looking for a piercing place so I could get another piercing and found this one. I got my helix pierced, loved everyone I talked to who worked here, and the waiting room was really cute. The girl at the front desk (I think her name was Emma) gave me a lot of input on what jewelry would look good with the rest of my piercings. I got pierced with Lindsay, the apprentice, and she did an amazing job. Next time I need a piercing I will definitely be coming back! read more

SIX16 Body Piercing - new helix piercing (circled) - Piercing Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I got pierced by Lindsay yesterday and had an amazing experience! There was a wide range of jewelry to choose from and Lindsay made me feel extremely comfortable walking me through every step of the process. Very sanitary and trustworthy, would highly recommend!! read more

Phenomenal experience from beginning to end. Has a completely different vibe than any other piercing studio in Pittsburgh. Very modern and organic. Emma at the front desk welcomes you and takes a sincere interest in your wants. She helped me to pick out the most gorgeous diamond bar stud. The waiting room is cool, sophisticated, modern and warm (that's a tough combination to pull together). Nick (the owner) pierced my helix, but not before taking the time to learn exactly the look I wanted, while at the same time guiding to the best position. You will not be disappointed. Six16 is hands down the best in Pittsburgh. read more

SIX16 Body Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I made an appointment for a Saturday at 12:30, but ended up having to take my 4 year old daughter to the emergency room. I noticed a charge on my credit card at 12pm (before my appointment) for $60 cancel fee, which the website says the fee is $20-$60 cancel fee. I am not sure why I was charged the full amount since they didn't know what I was getting done. I called to cancel my appointment and the woman who answered did her job and gave me the whole explanation of if she makes an exception for me then she has to for everyone, etc. She ended up criticizing me for yelling at her from the beginning of the call, which I wasn't doing, I was talking over my child crying in the background. I do believe that in certain cases they should make an exception or at least put a credit into my account for another appointment. I also think that they should not be charging credit card before the appointment even occurred. Finally, I ended up talking to a man and he was very nice and cleared up everything. While I won't be visiting this place ever again, I am thankful that whoever took over the conversation had the authority to take care of my issue. I gave 3 stars instead of 1-2 because of the very nice man who took care of me and refunded my $. read more

My 19 year old daughter and I have been customers here for a few years and have never had a negative experience. Everyone is professional, the showroom/piercing rooms are pristine, and the jewelry is high-quality and gorgeous. While everyone at Six 16 is wonderful, I have to say that I especially love working with Lindsay! My daughter and I recently had a wonderful experience with her - she was just lovely to work with. She was kind, gentle, and patient. I ended up making a last minute decision to change to my appointment and she was so nice about it. We left feeling like we had made a new friend - she was that nice! You just cannot go wrong choosing Six 16. read more

We had a WONDERFUL experience at SIX16! We went for a birthday & Nick and his team were so incredibly accommodating from the moment i had reached out via email. Once you arrive they walked you through the process and all of the piercings. They never once made you feel rushed or crazy for being nervous. I highly recommend heading to SIX16 for your next piercing!!! I can't wait to go back! read more

SIX16 Body Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I called Six16 with an infected piercing that was making me nervous. They were able to get me an appointment that day. The staff were so kind and very knowledgeable. I felt comfortable and confident using their recommendations, which cleared up the infection in just a couple of days. Very clean facility with privacy for piercing experiences, and a great display of jewelry options. I will be happy to be back!! read more

Just visited today to have one ear repierced. Emma at the front desk and Ryan who did the piercing were both great. The place was spotlessly clean. I would highly recommend this business. Reanette read more

I've had both piercings done at sixsixteen and jewelry changes. It is a quality place with excellent customer service. Very knowledgeable about piercings and willing to answer questions. I would just be aware that they are a luxury piercing establishment, so the selection is smaller than most piercing places and it might be more than you'd expect to spend on alternative jewelry. so whenever I have gone I expect to drop a couple bills. I never regret going and always love the set I choose. read more

I had been told for years that getting my septum pierced would be the most painful I could ever get. When I shared that with Nick (the owner) he responded with "Did any of your friends come to me? They must not have, because your septum is supposed to be the least painful out of all piercings. It's not supposed to hurt". His response wasn't arrogance or cocky, it was sheer confidence in his artistry and I will tell you friends, that piercing did not hurt ONE BIT. Their staff was so helpful and patient with me as it took a lot of time for me to pick my jewelry, but in the end I left with a piercing I don't ever want to take out. I'd recommend this place time and time again for piercings and jewelry. I would also get another piercing just to go through the experience all over again. read more

SIX16 Body Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This place is wonderful. I wanted a triangle genital piercing, and as a trans man, getting any sort of intimate piercing is like walking on landmines. I've had a really crummy experience back in Ohio last time I tried. Nick was super affirming, checked in for pronouns and terminology I'd prefer, and didn't make me feel weird at all about being junk out. (Also locked the door so no random bystanders may accidentally wander in, phew.) He checked my anatomy using the q tip tests, chatted with me about any pros and cons, and clearly explained the procedure and everything. He definitely did his research even though he let me know he wasn't super experienced with doing triangles, specifically. They didn't have the best size jewelry for my anatomy, so he's ordering a better size for me, and I'll post a follow up review when I get pierced after the jewelry comes in. :) I trust Nick with this, absolutely! read more

Save yourself several hundred dollars and go to Claire's I cheated on my favorite body piercing shop (Hot Rod), thinking I'd have the same great experience elsewhere for a simple second lobe piercing. I was so wrong. The Good The location is great and accessible by bus, right on butler street. The online appointment scheduling is simple to use and gives ample time for services. There is a lot of truly unique jewelry to choose from. The jewelry is sterilized in an autoclave before insertion. The Bad If you're looking for simple jewelry, they won't have it. The consultation is a joke. I couldn't choose the gauge of the piercing (wanted 14/16, but could only choose 18). I couldn't choose the type of jewelry (wanted a hoop), got a strange stud. They will tell you to schedule a downsize appointment one month after your session, then when you show up to that appointment, they tell you that you didn't need to. - what a waste of time. The Ugly The post was so short that several times the backing slid INTO my hole and was stuck INSIDE my ear lobe. The jewelry is a flat backing attached to a small tube, with a tiny crystal on a stick that slides into the tube. I still have one of the lobe piercings because I cannot remove the jewelry. The other one was accidentally ripped through my ear upon removal. The piercers are big smokers so EVERYTHING reeks of cigarette smoke. Be prepared to hear about how wonderful they are for being vegan, while reeking of ashtrays. Next time you are in the area, catch the 93 to Oakland and go to Hot Rod instead, your body and wallet will be better appreciated. read more

SIX16 Body Piercing - Second lobe piercing. - Piercing Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I'm never going anywhere else for my piercings and I'm not even local. Went to visit my best friend from high school and we decided this would a good bonding experience for us. Firstly, the place is beautiful and so thoughtfully designed. Second, the actual piercing is great! Very (very very very) clean. I got a rook piercing from nick and he walked me through every step. He made me feel very relaxed and actually tells you how to breathe right at the time of the piercing so it's easier to handle. Would absolutely come back. A little expensive but worth every single penny! read more

Got my nose pierced. I had a great experience over all. Nick was amazing! He explained everything before he started doing anything so that I was prepared. Pain felt like a pinch for just 5secs when he inserted the needle. I dont feel any pain now except when I touch it. Girl at the reception was really patient in explaining all the jewelry options they had to help us make a decision based on our budget. read more

SIX16 Body Piercing - Right side nose piercing - Piercing Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I couldn't be happier about my experience here! After years of personal debate, I finally took the leap to pierce my nostril. I was looking for a quality shop who would be transparent about the whole process. I found SIX16 by searching on Yelp, and was able to do a ton of research on them by looking at their website & their Instagram. Their website is very detailed and straightforward, and I love that they post the prices & book appointments straight from there. I was able to book my appointment easily, with the choice of either piercer, and they emailed @ texted me a confirmation right after & also on the day of to remind me (though how could I forget! I was nervous!). The shop is compact, it's decorated beautifully & there's large jewelry cases to browse while you're waiting. The two employees up front were very friendly and helpful in assisting me with what nosestud to start out with. Their jewelry is all "real", top quality, and very beautiful & trendy. They have everything from large statement pieces to charming little studs. My piercer was Nick & he was excellent! The room I was in was spotless and comfortable. I told Nick that this is my first body piercing and asked what exactly I should do to clean, maintain, and monitor my piercing for any change, and when to come back for a follow-up. He was very thorough & said I could stop by anytime I was around if I had any questions or needed someone to take a quick look. They make a point to show you the sterilization process of your jewelry, which I really appreciate - I can tell that they truly want to set themselves apart from other shops @ tattoo parlors by being transparent, providing top quality jewelry and services, and making you feel like a valued customer. The piercing itself, in case you're wondering, was quick and painless. A flu shot hurts worse! Haha. The whole package was very reasonable & they provide a NeilMed spray piercing cleaner (way better than ones from a certain mall kiosk), as well as pamphlets on how to clean the piercing, and when to come back for a follow up. When I walked out of there, I wanted to go back and get another! I will DEFINITELY be back and HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place for any and all of your body piercing and/or body jewelry needs! read more

The online booking process is super easy. The piercer was thorough in his explanations of the process and aftercare. Really went out of his way to make clients feel comfortable. Price wise- they're a bit more expensive than other local piercers. You do pay for piercing service and jewelry at the same time. Also, although we had an appointment and arrive on time, we waited nearly 45 minutes to be seen. To my knowledge, there wasn't anyone else in the shop- so I'm not sure the reason we were so late. The jewelry is in the front of the store. Small, but decent collection. Overall a decent experience. Clean facility, friendly staff, and safe piercing environment. I would return. read more

Such a clean shop! So many earring choices in all budgets. Nick put so much thought into how to pierce my conch so a hoop would sit right in the future. I went back to get my forward helix piercing changed. And plan to go back for a new rook hoop. Such a pretty place in a good location read more

I went here to get my first pricing this may and had a truly wonderful experience. Very friendly and professional staff with super quality jewelry. The only downside for me is that this studio is VERY expensive, bordering on overpriced. This has left me unable to afford a second appointment with this group. But if you have the money to spend here, I highly recommend read more

Very happy to have found a safe place to get piercings with beautiful/high end jewelry. Emma is a such a total sweetheart, she always takes time to greet and assist everyone in a professional manner. Nick and Ryan are both extremely talented and make you feel comfortable. read more

I wouldn't ever consider going anywhere else. Bottom line (read on for detail) you get what you pay for. At SIX16 you get professionals and high quality piercing and jewelry from people that give a shit. The staff is very chill, nice and helpful. Nick worked with me get the placement of my piercings just right. The pride in his craft is so evident. And the selection of jewelry is really unique and cool. Not your average stuff. read more

I don't even live in PA and I would make it a point to go back to PA every time I need to have work done. I wasn't 100% clear what I wanted but Nick and his staff (cute little blonde girl) were able to walk me thru the different options and the pros and cons. By far one of the best experiences I've had in a very long time. The shop is A++! Fresh, clean, put together, great lighting and the location was perfect. The jewelry pieces are off the hook! So many great pieces and styles to pick from. I am a "quality" person and I can tell you that there wasn't 1 piece of subpar or cheap jewelry in that place. 5 friggin stars all the way. read more

Lost the gem to my nose ring and just needed a replacement, I wanted to support a local business. I had a positive experience in the past which is why the 2 stars. I went on their website to get info regarding their response to COVID- nothing was on the Home Screen about it, so I drove there. It's pretty out of the way with their new location. Anyway, got there and was told you need an appointment for any purchases and was turned away. Would have been nice for that information to be on their website, or to be offered "curbside" service since I was already there. Two employees were in the shop assisting one group, I don't think that is unreasonable considering I knew exactly what piece I needed to replace the one lost. Covid makes things complicated but customer service issues seem to be a theme in their negative reviews. read more

I am from Seattle area, visiting Pittsburgh today. I did a walk-in, and Nick changed out my septum retainer. Changing it out was super fast and super painless. Both he and the person working at the front desk were very friendly and awesome to talk to. The two of them -never- made me feel like I was asking a dumb question, and I walked out feeling really glad about how easy the whole experience was. I'm really happy I made the decision to stop by this place, and I really wish they were in the Seattle area so I could keep seeing them!! read more

I am very happy with my simple ear piercing at SIX16 and even thinking about getting another soon. A word of warning: the price point is quite high as you must purchase their jewelry, however, thus far it is very delicate and comfortable to wear. The selection skews as a very refined selection of fine jewelry. You can tell pieces were selected with care from someone with a "good eye" for design. I called the shop in the morning and was told to schedule online. I was able to book a same-day appointment and the online scheduling was super easy. The shop is clean and not crowded. I was seen on time and not left waiting. I received 1:1 service to help me pick out a pair of earrings and was talked through the sterilization process. Nick put me at ease and kept things light during the service. He was sure to keep watch over me during the service to make sure i was alright. I was able to pay via credit card. The Credit card machine suggested a tip based on the cost of jewelry and service combined (instead of just the service), but I was super happy. The total cost was about $275. I would trust them again for another piercing. read more

They keep getting better! I've gotten several more piercings from both Nick and Josh- you can't go wrong here. Gorgeous jewelry, good advice, professional employees, absolutely pristine environment. I've never had an issue with any piercing I've gotten here and it's because they take it so seriously every step of the way. Can't recommend enough! read more

I had a really great experience this past weekend with the guys at SIX16. They're super friendly and knowledgable. I got a new ring for my nose and got an old piercing re-pierced. They made sure to try a couple different sizes to make sure everything was exactly right. If you're hesitating because of the jewelry prices seeming a little high, don't! I can already tell this stuff is going to hold up way better than the cheaper stuff I've had in the past. read more

Felt very unwelcome and uncomfortable. Rude lady at the front had extremely poor customer service skills. Had a MUCH better experience at Hot Rod Piercing in the South Side. Sad to write this as I was a loyal follower when they were in Lawrenceville! read more

Yesterday I took the plunge and got my first facial piercing (a labret), and I felt like I was in the best hands. Nick and his assistant (whose name I unfortunately forgot) were really friendly, fun, and knowledgable, and it was a wonderful experience! My husband (who came along for moral support) and I were the only ones there (it was around 7pm), but we felt completely welcome and at ease. I chose six16 because they are highly rated, and I will definitely be back! read more

Coming to Six16 Body Piercing was one of the worst experiences in customer service I have had in a while. I am typically not the person to write reviews, but this experience was so bad, that I had to let everyone know. First of all, the prices listed for piercings on the website do not necessarily reflect reality. When picking out an earring, I asked the woman at the counter for a simple, tiny, rose gold stud. It was neither a diamond, nor, sterling silver, nor was it shiny. She told me the piercing and the studs were going to come out to $369 total. Yes, that is not a joke. And that is without tip. And yes, it says prices subject to change on their website... but... by that much? C'mon. Second of all, when I told her I was second guessing my decision to go through with the piercing because of the surprise in price, she just stared blankly and rudely at me. She told me and my roommate, who was also there for her second lobe piercing, that they were very busy and had many appointments after us, and that we had to make a decision quickly while the guys in the back set up the piercing. Her attitude was not consistent with that of typical good customer service. My roommate and I decided to go with paying the cancellation fee of $50 then paying that almost $400 total for a simple lobe piercing. Let's just say I would not recommend this place again, to anyone. read more

I've been coming to SIX16 for over 2 years for my piercing and piercing maintenance needs. Staff are friendly and store and piercing rooms very clean. They've been great at trouble shooting when I have "oops" moments with my jewelry or difficulty with healing. Lindsey makes wonderful jewelry recommendations to style a look. Great selection of brands of jewelry. Also, A+ decor. read more

Great experience for my daughter. She had her cartilage pierced. Nick was knowledgeable, answered all of her questions, and was very professional. Business was very clean and staff was friendly. read more

What can I say about this place that hasn't already been said? Six16 is the primary piercing studio in town and I would trust them with anything I wanted done. Not only are they kind and friendly to everyone, they take their time to make sure that you are as comfortable as you can be even though getting a piercing can make you nervous. Definitely five stars! read more

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Nick and his wife Lindsay (I hope I'm remembering her name right) were lovely. I don't usually write reviews because I think they are silly, but I had such a wonderful experience getting my nostril pierced. Lindsay was so helpful in picking out the jewelry, and Nick made me feel relaxed and comfortable during the whole piercing process. The jewelry selection was amazing and high quality. I will definitely be back to purchase more pieces and for other piercings. read more

The shop at SIX16 was beautiful! Lindsay was so warm and kind in helping me pick out my Jewelry and she also helped calm my nerves before my appointment! Josh was professional and informative throughout the process of getting my piercings. He did a great job and I'm so happy with the results! By far the best piercing shop around! read more

Josh was awesome! Changed my old tragus jewelry and I love it. Will definitely return for my next piercing.

If you are at all considering a piercing definitely start at SIX16. I am genuinely so impressed with the level of service, professionalism, cleanliness and knowledge available at this piercing studio. Nick is super responsive to emails from people with a billion questions, like me. They have a really amazing selection of jewelry and will help you to customize something you love. He has an apprentice, Devin, who is also wonderful. They asked if I was okay with her being in the room during the piercing and I absolutely was, and they both do a great job of making you feel comfortable and at ease. They took the time to explain the exact process to me and detailed how the clean and sterilize the equipment and walked me through the actual piercing process as we went so I was surprised by anything. They do have the Saline spray available if you need it and provide great aftercare instruction and follow up. I found the pricing to be very fair, especially given the quality of the work. SIX16 goes above and beyond and I will definitely return and send anyone I can their way! read more

I really wanted this one piercing and I had no idea what it was so I went in and showed Nick a picture on my phone. Found out it was a conch piercing! Super informative - I wanted a ring but he told me that it would interfere with the healing process and suggested a stud first. When he was drawing the piercing he not only drew where the hole would be but also drew how the ring would look like when I eventually switched to a ring. He said I could come back in 3 months to see if it's healed enough to switch to a ring. Also super clean - they have this test strip thing that verifies that everything used to do your piercing is sterilized in case you get any blood work done/donate blood and need some kind of record of the sterility. Really beautiful jewelry by BVLA as well! read more

Great jewelry and great staff. Easy to find with plenty of on street parking. I really enjoyed talking to the staff while I waited for my ear piercing. Professional in all ways and very clean establishment. read more