Piercing FAQs

Here are some answers to common piercing FAQs. If you have additional questions, feel free to reach out to Solanatattoo@gmail.com.

What is the service charge?

Any non-piercing appointment, such as a piercing change. Our service charge is $15 to cover the sterile packs and tools that we use, specific to each service based on gauge and exact sizing. We collectively spend hours sterilizing every single taper, tool, and piece of jewelry. 

What does your 90-day post-treatment care include? 

• Free cleanings

• Bead replacement

• Upgrade tops with zero service fee

  
  

When should I come in for a downsize?

We recommend waiting at least 30 days after your initial piercing before downsizing, and no longer than 60 days for that first change.

How much you downsize depends on your preference — some people like a slight gap, others prefer a snug fit. Either way, all changes should be gradual — one size at a time. Swelling must be fully gone, and the fistula (healed channel) should be healthy and established before switching to shorter jewelry. Keep in mind that cartilage piercings take longer to heal due to lower blood flow.

For gauge (thickness) changes, go one size at a time with about 60 days between adjustments to allow proper tissue adaptation. Tapering may be tolerated up to around 10g, but beyond that, dead stretching is the only safe method, with size increases spaced about every three months.

Do you stretch gauges? 

Yes, up to 6g. 

When should I switch out my conch jewelry?

Solana Tattoo Company suggests downsizing cartilage piercings after a minimum wait of 30 days. However, we suggest you do not wait more than 60 days before downsizing.

How young will you do facial piercings/nose piercings? 

13 and older with parents present and proof of relation. No tongue or surface piercings for minors, however.

How many piercings can I get in one session?

We will do up to four piercings per session. Let them all heal for 30-60 days minimum before getting more to assure proper healing. 

Is your jewelry flat back?

Yes, with internal threading. Our basic jewelry has a 3mm bead. 

Can you pierce the ears of a baby?

No, the youngest we will pierce is age 5. A baby isn’t old enough to consent to a procedure, and we consider consent sacred. 

Do you do antibrow piercings? What type of barbell do you use?

Yes. The bar we use is flat in 14 gauge. We use implant titanium with 14g tops in a variety of options. 

Can I bring my own jewelry in to get pierced with?

Yes, if it is appropriate for the piercing you are getting. We will still provide you with some of our basic starter jewelry. If you bring your own jewelry, it doesn’t change the price of the installation.