So I was in the market to get a genital piercing for abstinence purposes in the middle of a break. I reached out to numerous shops about Prince Albert, Dydoe, and Apadravya piercings. Craig was by far the most informative, and after more research from myself he seemed to be spot on in terms of the process and proper gauge needed for the Apadravya procedure I went with. I made my appointment after he ordered my jewelry based on my anatomy, studio was great and clean. He was super thorough about what was going to happen and why. Long story short he pierced and then stretched me into a 8ga. barbell to allow for more comfort and less bleeding during the healing process. Gave me thorough instructions and generous supplies for aftercare and a very great follow call to check on progress and to answer and other questions I may have. Pardon the long review but if your thinking of shoving a 8 gauge size needle through the bottom out the top of you lil guy, I just want you to make the decision with plenty of confidence like I did and have a great experience during and After the Procedure for Everyone:) involved. Thanks Craig! read more

Just got my smiley done a few days ago by Craig! I've gotten a few other piercings done by him and he's also done my daughter's lobes. He is hands down the best piercer I've met. He takes his time and makes sure you're comfortable! Will be returning soon! read more

Highly recommend for your piercing needs. Craig and his wife are very nice and professional with lots of experience (works Fri-Sat). I appreciated that I was able to be a walk-in. He took the time to study my ear anatomy, talk to me about the end goal, and walked me through my options on placement. The whole experience was so quick, informative and easy. Cash only. Recommend calling beforehand. Parking lot is tiny. read more

The Piercing Shop - 2nd and 3rd lobes done, and he helped me with a jewelry change a few months ago. - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

Walked in to get my septum pierced, and was able to get in pretty quickly. Everyone was super nice and knowledgeable. It's been a month and is healing really well, with no pain or discomfort. read more

I definitely recommend coming here. Craig was my piercer and he was nothing but nice and very helpful when I asked for advice on how to take care of my piercing. I would say this shop is on the pricier side but I'd say it's worth it for the good quality jewelry they have to offer. read more

Quick and painless... liked being able to walk in and out with our piercings. This is a cash only place. read more

The Piercing Shop - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

Craig has been my go-to for piercings since day 1! He's done my dermals, nose, and ears--and every single time he's been professional, clean, and made the experience super chill and easy. I wouldn't trust anyone else. His vibe, attention to detail, and energy are unmatched. Highly recommend if you want your piercings done right! read more

The big guy is really friendly and I've gotten 7 piercings by him so far. Super sweet. Love the guy. However.... The female piercer is a jerk, I don't know if she has some kind of ego trip or somethin because this is the first time I've met her and I noticed that all the bad reviews are ABOUT HER. I bought some jewelry for my nose and my helix and she told me "I can't help you put them on because I am booked full of appointments", there was no one waiting outside and no one inside. Putting on new jewelry takes about 1 minute. So I ended up going to another shop for them to put it on for me which took... you guessed it... about 1 minute or less. She's seriously ruining the business, while the guy is the one holding down the fort. 5 stars for the guy, 0 stars for the female dog. read more

Very Nice People Running This Shop! Do you have a four kids that are nagging for piercing? No, not nose or nipple piercing..just ear piercing? The four year old wanted her ears pierced and the 12 year old wanted second piercings. After the constant nagging, I finalky agreed. They were excited until the drive over when the 12 year old started pushing the four year old's buttons and made her scared. All the crying and crying once we got there. The folks at the shop are super patient with kids and took their time in handling the situation Long Story Short...both kids are happy. UNDER 18 REQUIREMENTS: 1. Original Birth Certificate or Passport; 2. School or Photo ID; 3. Parent's ID; and 4. Cash Money. They have jewelry onsite and everything you need. They take walkins. Awesome People Here! Go ahead...get your nipples pierced here. Go for it! John is Great. The shop has Candy and Gum! read more

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Externally Threaded - Not recommended!! I buy my earrings from piercing shops since they TYPICALLY have superior quality jewelry. When one of my earrings fell out, I searched for a nearby professional piercing business and that is how I found The Piercing Shop. I didn't mind that their selection was limited, but I did not have a good experience on both my artistic vision and the quality of their product. I was debating between the straight bars and the hoops. I actually wanted 2 pairs of hoops but I have the tendency of switch between having both loops on one side or being symmetrical and evening out so I like having items in pairs. I understand if the business does not agree with my vision and provided their professional option, but I did not appreciate them not letting me buy what I wanted to buy. So instead of buying 2 pairs of hoops ($15/each, $60 potential sales), I was annoyed and just got one straight bar ($10) to INTEND on keeping it as a play holder. CASH ONLY! Other business will sanitize the piece, but they told me I can just take it home and put it in some mouthwash since they weren't the ones putting it in. I am so grateful I didn't let them put it on me, because when I got home I zoomed in to the purchase bar and it was EXTERNALLY THREADED!! That is HORRIFIC!! For anyone who does not know about externally threaded jewelry, it means that the spiral stuff is on the outside of the piece, accruing dirt and bacteria as you slide that end into your body. Gross!! Externally threaded piercings may damage your piercing when you put it in and take it out. Always go for the internally threaded stuff!! That being said, I don't care that they have a no exchange/no return policy. I would never put this in my body. What a waste of time and money coming here. I wish I just went out of the way to my usual spot, Outer Limits, in Costa Mesa. I guess I am bless they deterred me from buying any more of their product. read more

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From the moment I walked in it was a great experience. He was super attentive with where I wanted placing for my brow piercing and was super knowledgeable on after care and proper procedures. It took two seconds and barely hurt. Such a great guy and a great environment to get a piercing. read more

The Piercing Shop - Eyebrow piercing - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

Update and change of my review. It has been a week and I can't believe the poor work the girl did. 1 of my ear piercings fell out due to not being put in tight enough, luckily I found it. I double checked the rest and 2 more were not put into the post properly and I had to fix them myself (all 3 were push pin style) and 4 were placed incorrectly (using the wrong post size for the location). When I think back to it, the girl relied too much on tools to try to insert all my cartilage piercings and it took a long time. I fixed all the cartilage piercing myself which is annoying since I paid to have a professional do it, it look me less time to do it myself. But this is not why I'm so upset. The special piercing I have which I called about to make sure they worked with it, well it was put in incorrectly and fell out, jewelry lost. I have had this and the jewelry for over 10 years with no issues and this place couldn't even screw the piece back on correctly (internal screw style). Looking back, It took her forever to put it in and there was lots of poking and prodding. At one point she mentioned that she was not used to working with this style and it was a problem for her. I wish she would have mentioned this when she removed it. I wanted to like this place as the girl was very nice, but I could not go back to get things fixed. I went to another place to get my jewelry replaced. Without going into too much detail, there was a lot of irritation from the girl's attempts which lead to quick closure. The new location could tell my 10 year old piercings were done well and healed well, but the irritation was from recent trauma was an issue on my lost piercing, even my cartilage piercings were angry. They were able to fix it (lots of pain) and double checked and properly installed all my other piercings. I wish the girl would have been honest and said she did not work with these types of threading nor had much experience with this type of special piercing instead of practicing on me. I will never return to this place and do not recommend it. read more

Got my daughters ears pierced here today and it was a great experience. He walked her through all the steps and made us all feel very comfortable. My daughter was super happy with the results as were we. Couldn't be happier with the service and results! read more

Truly thankful I found this business. Decided to get a second opinion on my piercing I got elsewhere ( another shop) and wasn't healing as expected. Craig kindly took a look and recommended switching my hoop with a flat back. This made an incredible difference along with cleaning recommendations. I purchased jewelry there and I saw healing improvement within days!!!! My piercing was almost a year old so I was about to take it out and quit. I am so glad I didn't. I went in with some questions on another day and was helped out my Letta I believe. She was informative and kind. Update as of 12/2022 my piercing is finally healing since I found this shop. My only regret is not finding them sooner!!! Thanks Craig! read more

Called for pricing and was able to reserve a time for a few days later. Someone answers the phone every time which is a lot to be said about an business! All the staff is kind and helpful. My mother in law had a great experience. Thank you Katie!!! read more

I got an Industrial piercing done at The Piercing Shop and the procedure went smoothly! My piercer was extremely friendly and walked me through the procedure carefully, and he was very detailed during the procedure. He provided great aftercare tips and things to do, and things to avoid during the healing process. Overall, a fantastic experience! Industrial was 80 dollars. I definitely will be going here from now on for my piercings, as the service was amazing, and the staff were extremely nice and friendly!!! read more

The Piercing Shop - Industrial piercing done at The Piercing Shop - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

My partner and I came in Friday to have our piercings replaced due to fall out, Craig has been super patient and kind. This shop is extremely clean, everything was well sterilized and organized. We will definitely be coming back! read more

Got my snakebites from here about a month ago and I couldn't be happier with them!! Making an appointment was easy enough (just calling in to ask their price and decided to make the appointment), and they were able to get me in within the next day. John let me take a look at the placements in the mirror before actually piercing, giving advice as to what would be better in the long term. The piercing itself was very clean, everything well sanitized, with each needle being brand new and sterile. All my questions about aftercare was answered in a super handy brochure, going into depth about mouthwash and what not to drink. Anything else I was curious about I simply asked and John was super helpful, a very open-minded guy B) Overall, a super chill yet very clean piercing shop! def will be coming back for a jewelry change :D read more

The Piercing Shop - about a month healed snake bites B) - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

John, Craig and his wife were all amazing!! I've been here several times and also brought my family to get their piercings done here. We all had a very positive experience. Craig made the process so smooth and took this time to make sure we all were happy with our piercings. Would definitely recommend! read more

Thesis: Took my 9 month old to get her ears pierced. There is almost nothing more terrifying than things involving your precious baby. Well, did our research, called around and this place was the only one that was available. My wife was extremely nervous, because everyone we have known has only using a piercing gun not a NEEDLE, do your own research on the benefits of each. Needless to say Craig was INCREDIBLE, super sanitary, explained what everything was he was using, really gave me peace of mind! It's definitely a tough process as a whole, our baby cried, but just show them love and hugs and in a few minutes they will be back to normal. So 100% recommended! This place has a place in my heart for taking care of my baby! read more

Lotte did a re-piercing for me. After 55 years it was time to get the holes centered. Lotte was super understanding of my apprehension but marked them up and let me confirm placement. My old holes now look like a second piercing hole. It took 10 years off my face! Perfect placement. Extremely clean, explained the process and put me at ease. Highly recommend! read more

Had such a great experience getting my 6 yr old daughter's ears pierced. He walked her through every step of the way and she didn't even flinch. read more

The Piercing Shop - Smoothest piercing ever. - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

This place had excellent service and professional work. I had a septum piercing redone and in a better manner than my first go at a different place. I love the new placement, they were clear on aftercare too. I would most definitely recommend this place to anyone interested in getting a piercing done by a clean and experienced professional. read more

The Piercing Shop - Getting a fresh piercing. Shop looks clean and organized. Great attentiveness to waiting customers - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

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I've come here to piercings done over the years, and every time has been a pleasant experience. The shop is clean and professional, and the staff is friendly. I recommend it to all my friends who want piercings, and they have always been satisfied service and staff. read more

I got my rook, stacked lobes, flat, and many more piercings here. I had Craig, he does such an amazing job! the piercing shop is very sanitary and clean. i definitely recommend going here for your piercings!! read more

This was my first time here and is officially the spot I will recommend to everyone I know. Craig was an absolute doll! He was professional, knowledgeable and made me feel completely at ease. I got my dimples (checks) and septum done and was in and out. All the equipment was new and walked me through every step of the process. Idk how much he gets paid, but it's not enough. Keep it up!! read more

The Piercing Shop - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

This is our fourth visit for piercings at The Piercing Shop. Love their service, very nice and easy. My daughter and sister had their noses pierced by Craig. Very nice fella! Nose piercing was $60 each- cash only. read more

The Piercing Shop - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

Initially thought this went well , don't get me wrong the piercer Lera or Leta was super nice and patient . But for my septum she mentioned she can only use specific jewelry which was weird this was my 4th time getting my septum and never heard of this but I went with it, she pierced my belly button and it was a bit too high i got another piercers advice and he said usually they pierce a bit higher because when heals it will show more but even he admit where she pierced was too high , after 2 days the ball on my jewelry fell ( keep in mind I've being super careful, crop tops cleaning it and no blanket no shirt no sleeping on my tummy being careful to stay away from pets) and it became red . Burns now and has white stuff , I do wanna say I am 100% aware aftercare is on the client but still a little doubtful of piercing process. Not only that but I can never get a hold of this shop. Always close even though says open hours I've called shop literally 21 times within the week and no answer no call back and voicemail message box is full. I even emailed them to see if I can make an appointment lol Customer service on site perfect Being able to reach them : no bueno And piercing itself I give benefit of the doubt since it getting infected could have been on me. Hope this helps :) read more

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The guy who works here is AWESOME! I got pierced at a terrible place and they gave me these terrible backings which got so tight it went into my earlobe. He was able to take it out for me and explained to me what I needed to do next time to prevent that and didn't even charge me! Definitely going to him for my next piercing such a great guy and the place is decorated so cute! read more

Just got my right tear drop dermal anchor Saturday, March 25th I was very nervous, but Craig and the one female crew there were very sweet and comforting. Craig explained the whole process, we all had great laughs and I knew this spot would be my piercing home. They were great at conversing and Craig was very gentle with me which in turn caused me to not have any pain whatsoever. 3 days later I'm healing phenomenally with no swelling or irritation, following after care recommended by Craig. 10/10 am going to recommend, I finally found my forever piercer Craig and will be going back soon. :) - Henny read more

The Piercing Shop - Dermal : Right Side : Freshly Pierced - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

My daughter had been asking to get her ears pierced so once I started researching, I came across this shop. Craig was great! He talked her through each and every step and went at her pace. The entire process was quick and easy, super happy we went there and will definitely be back for future piercings. :) read more

Quick and nearly painless. Very clean and professional. Highly recommend if you are looking for a properly handled piercing. read more

Went to get my ears re-pierced and took my mom with me to redo her ears too. Friendly husband and wife team running the business. They made the experience easy and quick. read more

I got my first ear piercing at 23 since I've been so nervous for years about the pain. I read online that needles are the way to go to avoid infections, and an old coworker recommended John as her favorite piercer! John was the best I could've asked for and was so patient with me throughout the process. It was SO quick and virtually painless! I'm already considering a second piercing with how seamless it was. He truly made me feel cared for and was just such a kind person to talk to as well. I highly recommend booking John if you want to feel at ease and cared for throughout the entire appointment! read more

Would highly recommend!! Had such a great experience after a frustrating day at work. Great service with a smile, honestly! Price was all-inclusive (tax+gratuity) which was great. Warning: 3-4 months without chlorinated pools, jacuzzis, and the beach! But so worth it! Everything I needed to know for piercing care was explained to me. I haven't had any issues and the whole thing couldn't have been more than 10 minutes. Thank you SO much!! Love my b-day present to myself This will be my go-to place for future piercings read more

The Piercing Shop - IN LOVE with my nostril piercing!! - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

Upon reading the reviews and seeing pictures of John's work with children, it helped in the decision of choosing The Piercing Shop. I had called the day before and spoke with the front desk and she was very helpful and answered all our questions and she was very nice. We did arrive before opening and my daughter was a little nervous, but when she let her pick out what earing to choose from she calmed down and was excited to have them done. I was asked to watch as he prepared his instruments to be used, everything was clean and sterile. He then instructed her how to sit and explained to her what was going to happen and showed her what was going to be used. Here is her explanation of what happened: "He said it might hurt a little but it is not that bad it doesn't hurt that much. He will clean it after and it won't hurt that much but you have to take care of it and you have to sign a permission slip and it did not hurt that much so bad. You can pick the color of your earrings. The man was so nice to me and other kids I think? And he is very gentle." She did feel the first one and the second one hurted a little more, but was no more than a wince. She was waiting for him to finish, but before she could ask he was done. We then received post instructions how to keep them clean and how to wash them. She did remember talking to me and that she did do karate and told us how to protect her ears from sparring. She did instruct us what cleaning products to use and did have it available for purchase (very reasonable priced). Altogether from the time we walked into the door, provided ID, filled out the forms, sat on table, got post instructions and paid, it was maybe 15 mins. If you are thinking of getting your child's ears pierced, I would definitely recommend asking for John, he was so gentle and nice. read more

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Honestly the best experience I've ever had at a piercing shop. I called in a day before for any available appointments the following day and was able to fit some time after work. Due to covid its only 1 guest in the shop. Super clean and everything was nice and sterile. I made an appointment for 3 piercings and came out with 4. Everything done in under 20 minutes. The process was easy AND painless. I felt super comfortable. I paid $120 before tip for the 4 piercings. Remember its CASH ONLY. Will be coming back to get more piercings and change the jewelry. The nice part is that you get to pick what starter jewelry you want. I chose the gold balls :) read more

The Piercing Shop - 2 additional lobes - Piercing Near Me - Orange, California

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Took my babygirl in today to get her ears pierced! I was so nervous I forgot the gentleman's name. (I want to say John) However, he was super polite and very informative. My mom and sister were able to go in with me (thank goodness) !! I kept crying!! Lol John showed me all sterile supply and opened it right in front of me. I would definitely recommend to all my friends with babies!! read more

Craig was amazing! He's the best piercer I've ever had. My friend and I got our helix's pierced today with him and he was so helpful and knowledgeable! He took his time with us and helped us figure out placements and jewelry. I definitely recommend going to get a piercing from Craig! read more

100% recommend. These guys will be my first choice, always, going forward if I plan on getting more piercings.