FAQ

If you have any concerns or questions that are not listed here please feel free to message me at kittykotori@hotmail.com

Do I need to make an appointment?

Yes, we are a private studio so our services are only available by appointment. Our reception area is very small, as such we ask that you bring no more than one other person to your appointment. For group bookings please contact me directly: kittykotori@hotmail.com To book an appointment please head over to my booking page HERE.
How much is a piercing?

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 direclty for pricing information. Piercing fee + Jewellery STANDARD PIERCING FEES PRICES FROM: EAR PIERCING LOBE £24 LOBE (PAIR) £45 HELIX/CARTILAGE £30 FORWARD HELIX £30 TRAGUS £30 ANTI TRAGUS £30 CONCH/OUTER CONCH £30 ROOK £30 DAITH £30 TRANSVERSE LOBE £35 INDUSTRIAL/SCAFFOLD £40 FACIAL/ORAL PIERCINGS NOSTRIL £30 EYEBEOW £30 LIP £30 SMILEY/TONGUE FRENUM £30 SEPTUM £35 TONGUE £40 EARL/BRIDGE £35 BODY PIERCING NAVEL £35 NIPPLE £35 SURFACE £40 MICRODERMALS £45
How old do I have to be?

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) Helix Piercing - 14+ (With parental consent) All other ear piercings - 16+ Facial Piercings (Nose, eyebrow etc.) - 16+ Oral Piercings (Excluding Tongue)- 16+ Navel piercings 16+ Nipple, Tongue, Surface Piercing & Dermals - 18+
Where are you based?

I work within The Nook Studio, We are situated on Lower Banister street, Southampton. Opposite Popworld.
Do you use a Piercing Gun?

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

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.
Do you pierce [insert] with a ring?

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.
Do I need to do anything before my appointment?

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.
What payment methods do you accept?

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