PIERCING FAQs

Welcome to ear piercing at TBK! Known for our expertise in the jewelry industry, we're so excited to announce that you can now add ear piercing to the list of offerings available at our award-winning downtown West Chester, PA location!

True by Kristy offers an extensive variety of solid gold and stainless steel options. Our earrings are high quality tarnish-free, hypoallergenic, lead & nickel-free, and made in the USA.

We offer a private, high-end experience in our dedicated piercing room. Bring your daughter, bestie, significant other, etc and enjoy a memorable experience with one of our certified Piercers. Questions?? Email us.

WHAT PIERCING DEVICE IS USED?

True by Kristy uses the STUDEX® System 75™ Piercing Device. It’s the preferred piercing device among medical and piercing professionals. The System 75 is STUDEX's top-of-the-line ear piercing medical device, known for its cutting-edge technology and innovative features. This advanced piercing system offers a touch-free disposable cartridge design, making it the preferred instrument for medical and piercing professionals. With its emphasis on safety, quality, reliability, precision, and user-friendliness, System 75 is unmatched in the medical and piercing communities. The System 75 is the industry’s most reliable FDA approved medical device for over 20 years. Hygienic and safe with precise and consistent delivery with every piercing.

PIERCING PROCESS

All ear piercing is by appointment-only at this time. Once you arrive, your Piercer will go over the consent form, map out the location of your piercing(s), you’ll select your new earrings (the best part!), and you will receive aftercare supplies and instructions following the piercing. All in our newly designed, private piercing room.

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AGE REQUIREMENT

Minimum age requirement is 2 years old. True by Kristy reserves the right to deny service at any time.

WHAT WE PIERCE

TBK offers ear piercing only.

POLICIES

Please note, although our jewelry is hypoallergenic, the Piercer cannot determine when a customer might have a reaction. Infection is always a possibility when obtaining a piercing. True by Kristy follows strict sterilization & sanitations protocols while in our store however, TBK will not be held liable for any issues that may arise once you leave the store. You must agree to take care of your piercings, including cleaning twice a day as recommended in After Care Instructions. TBK reserves the right to have all customers sign off on our Consent Form stating True by Kristy is not held liable for any issues that arise after the customer leaves the store. All piercing is final sale due to this being a permanent change to appearance.

HEALING TIMES

Lobes: 6-8 Weeks
Cartilage: 3-6 Months

This is the minimum amount of time needed to heal before it is safe to change your jewelry. Some individuals will heal faster while others may take longer. Please be aware these are initial healing times - most piercings will take years before they can be without jewelry for any extended length of time without shrinking or closing.

*Multiple piercings healing simultaneously may result in longer healing times

BASIC CLEANING AND CARE

Always wash your hands prior to cleaning your piercing
Spray provided Aftercare Solution on piercing to liberally flush the piercing
You may need to use a Q-Tip to clean away debris or "crusties" that may have collected on the jewelry around the piercing
It is not necessary to rinse the cleaning solution off
Clean your piercing twice daily

WHAT TO AVOID DURING THE HEALING PROCESS

Avoid touching your piercing - except when cleaning, after washing your hands.
Avoid removing your jewelry - new piercings shrink the moment jewelry is removed, making it painful or impossible to get back in.
Avoid overcleaning your piercing - it can slow the healing process & cause more harm than good
Avoid using any aftercare products or ointments not recommended by your Piercer
Avoid lotions & make-up in or around your piercing
Avoid sleeping with wet hair - the moisture can lead to complications
Avoid pools, hot tubs, lakes, rivers, etc.

Additional Suggestions:

Taking a multivitamin containing zinc & vitamin C can boost your body's healing abilities
Reminder: Increased stress, poor diet, drug abuse or illness can cause extended healing times
Make sure your bedding is clean - especially if you have pets at home
Shield piercings from hair spray & styling products
Clean your cell phone frequently & avoid contact with unclean phones
If you feel your piercing is infected, please contact your physician.
Reminder: It is normal to have some redness, tenderness, swelling, discharge at piercing site, rash, unexpected drainage from the site or a fever within 24 hours from the piercing