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.

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.

Question 11

I'm having an issue with my piercing, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

I’m sorry to hear that you’re experiencing some issues with your new piercing.

I recommend booking a piercing check-up through my website at your earliest convenience. This will allow me to assess the area in person and provide tailored advice for your healing process.
In the meantime, you can try the following care techniques to help manage swelling or irritation:

Cold Compress (to reduce swelling)
Always wash your hands thoroughly before touching the area.
Wrap a clean ice pack or a few ice cubes in sterile gauze or clean kitchen roll — never apply ice directly to the skin.
Gently hold the compress against the area for 5–10 minutes at a time.
You can repeat this several times a day as needed, ensuring the jewellery is not pressed or moved excessively.
Afterward, gently dry the area using sterile non-woven gauze or clean kitchen roll. You may also use the cool setting on a hairdryer to help dry the area.

Warm Compress (to soothe and encourage drainage)
Wash your hands thoroughly.
Soak sterile non-woven gauze or clean kitchen roll in warm (not hot) saline solution, or in freshly boiled water that has cooled to a comfortable temperature.
Hold the compress gently against the piercing for 5–10 minutes.
This can be done once or twice daily, keeping the compress warm throughout use (never hot enough to burn).
Dry the area carefully afterward with sterile non-woven gauze or clean kitchen roll, or use a hairdryer on its cool setting.

Chamomile Compress (for irritation or piercing bumps)
Use plain chamomile tea (without added flavours).
Steep one tea bag in freshly boiled water for 3–5 minutes.
Allow it to cool until comfortably warm.
Apply the tea bag directly to the area, or soak sterile gauze in the tea and hold it against the piercing for 5–10 minutes.
This can be done once daily to calm irritation.
Dry the area afterward with sterile non-woven gauze or clean kitchen roll, or use a hairdryer on its cool setting.

Please avoid twisting or turning the jewellery, and continue your regular saline cleaning routine unless advised otherwise.
If you notice significant swelling, spreading redness, excessive warmth, or unusual discharge, contact a doctor or qualified medical professional immediately. Please also schedule a check-up appointment with me so I can continue to support you through your healing process.

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