Question 1

Do I need to make an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are a private studio so our services are only available by appointment. 
 
For group bookings please contact me directly: kitty@kittykotori.co.uk

To book an appointment please head over to my booking page HERE.(https://kittykotoripiercing.setmore.com/kitty)

Question 2

How much is a piercing?

Accepted Answer

I offer a large selection of jewellery choices and upgrades. The final price depends on jewellery selected. 
I will talk you through your options during your appointment. If you see something you like on my social media or website, you can message me directly for pricing information. 
 
Piercing fee + Jewellery
 
STANDARD PIERCING FEES
PRICES FROM:
 
EAR PIERCING
LOBE £30
LOBE (PAIR) £55      
HELIX/CARTILAGE £30      
FORWARD HELIX £30     
TRAGUS £30     
ANTI TRAGUS  £30
CONCH/OUTER CONCH £30
ROOK £30      
DAITH £40
TRANSVERSE LOBE £40
INDUSTRIAL/SCAFFOLD £55
 
FACIAL/ORAL PIERCINGS
NOSTRIL £30
EYEBROW £40
LIP £30
VERTICAL LABRET £40
SEPTUM £40
EARL/BRIDGE £40
 
BODY PIERCING
NAVEL £40
NIPPLE £40
SURFACE £40
MICRODERMALS £45

Question 3

How old do I have to be?

Accepted Answer

I offer a large range of piercings, but not every piercing is available to everyone. Below are the age requirements for each piercing. 
 
Lobe piercing - 8+ (With parental consent. Clients must show understanding of the procedure and healing and be able to consent for the piercing at a pre-piercing consultation, this can be done in the allocated appointment time or you can book a consultation)

Helix Piercing - 14+ (With parental consent) 16+

All other ear piercings - 16+ 
Facial Piercings (Nose, eyebrow etc.) - 16+
 
Oral Piercings (Lip) - 16+
Navel piercings - 16+

Nipple,  Surface Piercing & Dermals - 18+

Please remember to bring valid ID with you to your appointment. Check FAQs for details.

Question 4

Do I need ID to get pierced?

Accepted Answer

ID must be provided for your consent form. This means everyone, whether your 8 or 80! Please remember to bring valid ID with you to your appointment. Failure to do so will result in your appointment being cancelled and a cancellation fee being charged.
I accept the following forms of ID:
 
 •  Provisional & Full Driving licence
 •  Passports
 •  Citizenship Card
 
​​*If you are a parent signing for a minor you will be asked to provide a Photo ID for yourself and a Photo ID or Birth certificate for the piercee for the consent form.
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Question 5

Where are you based?

Accepted Answer

I work within The Nook Studio, We are situated on Lower Banister street, Southampton. Opposite Popworld & Mamacitas.

Parking can be found at Wilton Avenue Car park, just off Bedford Place or at Bedford Place Multi-Storey Car Park which is on Lower Banister Street.

Question 6

Do you use a Piercing Gun?

Accepted Answer

No. Piercing guns are unsafe and unhygienic. All piercings are performed using single use sterile needles.

Question 7

Will it hurt?

Accepted Answer

No piercing is pain free, but the pain is minimal and temporary. Some areas are more painful than others and each persons pain threshold is slightly different. I always try to keep the discomfort to a minimum.

Question 8

Do you pierce [insert] with a ring?

Accepted Answer

Most piercings heal much better and quicker with a straight bar. Rings can cause irritation and scaring so I do highly recommend waiting and changing to a ring once healed.

Question 9

Do I need to do anything before my appointment?

Accepted Answer

To give your piercing the best start it is recommended to: Get plenty of sleep the night before. Keep well hydrated. Eat a nutritious meal at least 3 hours before your appointment. If you have any health concerns that might affect the piercing, either during the procedure or whilst healing it is advisable to check with your doctor first.

Question 10

What payment methods do you accept?

Accepted Answer

I accept debit/credit cards, contactless payments and cash for piercing services  and jewellery.