Things to Know Before Getting Pierced

*It's always best to be pierced in as natural a state as possible. It's better not to be pierced under adverse circumstances.

*If you're sick or under the weather, please wait until you're feeling better before getting pierced.

*Make sure to eat something a few hours before you come in. Getting pierced on an empty stomach may cause you to feel faint, nauseated, or dizzy.

*Allow plenty of time for your visit. Your piercing session will be most enjoyable if your have time to appreciate it.

*Proper hygiene is extremely important before & after geting pierced. Fresh clothing and a recent shower will get your new piercing off to a great start.

*Bring A valid, goverment issued photo ID with you. We can't assist you without it.

Drugs & Alcohol: We will not provide service to any client that appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Pain killers, aspirin, ibuprofen, and aneshtetics are not required prior to being pierced. In fact, most will usually compramise the experience and my possibly cause problems, such as increased bleeding.

Age Policy for Body Piercing : All clients must present a valid, government issued, photo ID. Michigan Law states that clients under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian's written permission.
*Age 12-14: Earlobes Only
*Age 15-17: Earlobes, ear cartilage, eyebrow, nostril, navel & lip
*Age 18 & Up: All Piercings

*Please Note: it is this studio's policy that tongue, nipple & genital piercings will not be done on individuals under the age of 18, regardless of parental consent. Absolutely No Exceptions!

MINORS: In addition to parental consent you will also need the following:

The parents or guardian must accompany the minor child to the appointment & be present throughout the procedure.

Presentation of the parent or guardian AND the minor child's valid, government issued, photo ID (drivers license, passport or military ID) are required. If none of the above forms of identification are available, the minor child's birth certificate along with a school photo ID is acceptable.

If the parent or guardian & the minor child do not share the same last name, a birth certificate or proof of legal guardianship is required!

A written consent from must be filled out on the premises & signed by both the parent or legal guardian & the minor child.

Price: Our piercing fee is 30.00 for most piercings, with the exception of earlobes wich are 15.00 each. The cost of the jewelry is additional. Jewelry prices vary according to the size, style and type of metal you choose (implant grade steel, titanium, solid 18k or 14k gold). We also offer two excellent anti-microbial liquid soaps for the cleaning & aftercare of your piercing, should you choose to purchase your afercare products here.

Appointments: Piercing procedures are done on a walk-in and appointment basis. We strongly suggest making an appointment to avoid long waiting periods. Walk-ins are taken on a first-come-first-serve basis and are worked in around our scheduled appointments.

PLEASE do not walk-in and expect to be pierced immediately. Time is needed for pre-piercing assessment (to ensure you have the appropriate anatomy to be pierced safely), paperwork, jewelry seletion, in addition to proper room disinfection & set-up between clients.

FYI:

*We will not pierce the navel of anyone who has had an apodectomy or tummy tuck surgery. Scare tissue from the surgery can result in a lack of blood flow which is necessary in order to heal th piercing.
*Not under any circumstance will we re-pierce any previously pierced area of the body more than twice, even if the area is completely healed. Scar tissue from the previous piercing(s) can result in a lack of blood flow which is necessary in the healing process.

*For health & safety reasons we do not allow children under the age of 12 into the studio. We appreciate your cooperation in regards to this matter.

Please! Do not hesitate to call should you have any additional questions or concerns!

Splash of Color Tattoo & Piercing
515 E. Grand River Avenue, Suite F
E. Lansing, Michigan 48823
517.333.0990