About Piercings
Piercing Services at Southernmost Tattoo
At Southernmost Tattoo, we offer a wide range of professional piercing services, with T.J. Goss as our dedicated full-time piercer. T.J. brings years of experience, precision, and care to each piercing, ensuring that every client leaves with a perfectly placed and beautiful piercing.
For the best experience, we recommend scheduling an appointment in advance to guarantee your spot and minimize wait times. You can easily view our pricing and schedule your appointment through our booking page, where all prices are inclusive of high-quality jewelry. This means no hidden fees—everything from consultation to jewelry selection is covered, giving you peace of mind as you plan your new piercing.
Whether you’re getting your first piercing or adding to your collection, T.J. and the Southernmost Tattoo team are here to provide expert advice, careful placement, and top-notch service to make your experience as smooth and comfortable as possible.
Are Piercings Right For You?
It is also important to think about your lifestyle – will your new piercing be practical in day-to-day life? Simple things such as clothing and work dress codes can cause problems with certain body piercings. For example, if you wear a helmet or headphones often it may make it difficult to heal upper ear piercings. Many workplaces do not allow facial piercings and if you work in a dangerous environment certain body piercings pose a health risk. Most of these issues can be overcome with careful piercing placement and the right jewelry but it is always better to be safe than sorry!
Some body piercings are known by different names in different countries and communities Some piercing names are also dependent on the type of jewelry you wear in the piercing – for example an industrial piercing must use a long barbell, or it becomes simply two upper ear piercings.
Body Piercing Aftercare
Our piercers at Southernmost Tattoo emphasize that the aftercare process for most piercings is generally similar, regardless of the location. The key to proper healing is consistency and cleanliness. “Most piercing professionals agree that the best aftercare involves twice-daily saline soaks to gently remove any debris that may build up, followed by patting the area dry with a clean paper towel,” says T.J., our full-time piercer. Beyond that, the golden rule is to leave the piercing alone and avoid unnecessary touching to reduce the risk of irritation or infection.
In addition to saline soaks, we recommend a few more essential aftercare tips. For the first few weeks, keep your hair up and away from the piercing to prevent any snagging or contamination. Avoid swimming for at least 30 days to minimize the risk of infection from bacteria in water. If your new piercing is in an area that’s difficult to avoid pressure—like your ear or nose—try not to sleep on it. If that’s hard to do, a simple trick is to use a travel pillow to alleviate discomfort while protecting the area.
Lastly, it’s important to avoid wearing face makeup for a couple of weeks if the piercing is on your face, as makeup can clog pores and cause irritation or bumps. And always remember: wash your hands before touching your piercing. As a general rule, leave the earrings or jewelry in for at least six weeks to ensure the piercing doesn’t close prematurely.
At Southernmost Tattoo, we prioritize your safety and healing. Always follow professional advice and never hesitate to reach out with questions about your new piercing!
