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Piercing Policies

How many piercings can I get at once?

To prevent infection and severe swelling we can only pierce 4 holes total per appointment. This includes a maximum of 3 piercings per ear and 2 piercings maximum for the upper outer perimeter of the ear. If you wish to have more piercings done we req

Can I bring my own earrings?

No, Rowan Nurses are unable to pierce with earrings brought in by customers. To uphold our high hygiene standards, we only use piercing earrings that come in sterile packaging. These earrings are specifically designed to be compatible with our hand-p

Can I get a piercing on my own if I'm under 18?

No, even with permission from a parent/guardian we cannot pierce you if you are under 18 and unaccompanied by an adult. We need the adult to be physically present in the studio in order to perform the piercing.

Do I need to bring an ID for myself and my child?

For minors under 18, a parent or guardian is required to be present for the piercing. We will not ask for the child’s ID, but we will ask for the parent/guardian’s ID.

How old does my child have to be to get a lobe piercing?

We pierce babies over the age of 2 months. We require one DTaP vaccine (administered at 2 months old) for ear piercings for children 5 and under. Children under 5 years old can only be pierced with our hand-pressurized device. We do not use a hollow

How old does my child have to be to get a cartilage piercing?

In select locations, we can perform cartilage piercings on children 12 years of age or older. Please see your local piercing location to ensure we have that offering available.

Do you pierce babies?

Rowan offers ear piercing services for all ages, starting as young as 2 months old. We are pediatrician-recommended for many reasons! Our earrings are crafted from quality, hypoallergenic and nickel-free materials and have been designed with all ages