Piercing FAQS & Aftercare
• Earlobe and helix piercings are $30, and all other piercings are $50 plus the cost of jewellery.
• $50 is our set up fee – this is to cover the cost of all disposable supplies required to do a piercing. Some of these items include: gloves, barrier covers, disinfectants, skin prep materials, needles, clamps, etc.
• You can receive up to 3 piercings for one set up fee, provided they are in a similar area. For example: double nostrils, snake bites, spider bites, venoms, both nipples, triple forward helix.
• For more information on initial piercing jewellery, please see this Guide by the A.P.P
• Jewellery prices start from $55 each. At Human Kanvas, all initial piercing jewellery meets the ASTM Standards. No matter what piece you choose, you can be sure it is of the highest quality. Come in and have a look at what we have, our stock is always changing!
• For more information on initial piercing jewellery, please see this Guide by the A.P.P
• Any jewellery purchased OUTSIDE Human Kanvas is subject to the piercer’s discretion and MUST comply with ASTM Standards.
• USED jewellery is not permitted for use in initial or healing piercings.
• OUTSIDE jewellery is not permitted for use in initial or healing piercings.
• An additional $20 service charge will apply for install or removal of jewellery purchase OUTSIDE Human Kanvas.
• No problem. We understand things come up, we always appreciate a heads up, feel free to send us a quick message or give the shop a call. We are happy to reschedule.
• Yes! Walk-ins are welcome any day or time, as long as a piercer is available. Please call the shop first to confirm availability.
• Not all body jewellery is created equal. Human Kanvas is proud to retail some of the best jewellery on the market! Check out some of the brands we carry
• All jewellery is ethically sourced from the USA and Canada – which means that the product was manufactured in factories with humane conditions.
• Plastic jewellery: Its 2024. We’ve learned more, and practices have changed. Here is an article that explains why we no longer suggest using plastic jewellery.
• Photos & Videos – we would love for you to take a photo or video of your new art, and share it on your favourite social media platform! However, we kindly ask that you wait until the piece is fully finished before sharing it. Don’t forget to mention us in your post! #humankanvas
• Friends – We understand that tattoos and piercings are fascinating, however, for many safety and sanitary reasons, we kindly ask that only the client comes into the service area. Friends and family should wait in our comfortable reception lounge! We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep everyone safe.
AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
• Initially – some bleeding, localized swelling, tenderness, and/or bruising.
• During Healing – some discoloration, itching & secretions of whitish-yellow fluid (not pus) that will form some crust on the jewellery.
• Once Healed – the jewellery may not move freely in the piercing: DO NOT force it! If you fail to include cleaning your piercing as a part of your daily hygiene routine, normal, but smelly, bodily secretions may accumulate.
• A piercing may seem healed before healing is complete. This is because piercings heal from the outside in, and although it feels healed, the tissue remains fragile on the inside. Be patient! Keep cleaning throughout the healing period.
Aftercare
• Wash your hands thoroughly prior to cleaning or touching on (or near) your piercing for any reason.
• Use a sterile saline solution to gently clean your piercing and remove any secretions that may have built up around the entrance and exit holes. Repeat as required.
• Leave jewellery in at all times. Even old, well-healed piercings can shrink or close in minutes after having been there for years. If removed, re-insertions can be difficult.
What to Avoid
• Avoid trauma such as friction from clothing, excessive motion of the area, playing with the jewellery, and vigorous cleaning. These activities can cause the formation of unsightly and uncomfortable scar tissue, migration, prolonged healing, and other complications.
• Avoid the use of alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, betadine, hibiclens, or ointment.
• Avoid over-cleaning. This can delay your healing and irritate your piercing.
• Avoid all oral contact, rough play and contact with others bodily fluids on or near your piercing.
• Avoid stress and recreational drug use including excessive caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol.
• Avoid submerging the piercing in bodies of water such as lakes, pools, Jacuzzis, etc.
• Avoid all beauty and personal care products on or around the piercing including cosmetics, lotions, hairspray, etc.
• For more tips and information, see the A.P.P safe piercing guide.
Oral Piercing Aftercare
• Rinse mouth with a saltwater cleaning solution for 30-60 seconds after anything goes in your mouth (food, cigarettes, beverages) during the entire healing period.
• Over-cleaning may cause discoloration or irritation of the tongue.
Eating
• Avoid eating spicy, salty, acidic, or hot-temperature foods or beverages for a few days.
• Cold foods and beverages are soothing and help reduce swelling.
• For tongue piercings – try to keep your tongue level in your mouth as your chew and swallow.
• For labret (cheek and lip) piercings: be cautious about opening your mouth too wide as this can result in the backing of the jewellery catching on the teeth.
• Longer jewellery is used to accommodate for the possible swelling of your new piercing. Once the swelling has subsided, you may choose to replace the original, longer jewellery with a shorter piece.
• With clean hands or paper product, be sure to regularly check threaded ends on your jewellery for tightness. (Righty-tighty, lefty-loosey)
• Should you decide you no longer want the piercing, continue cleaning the piercing until the hole has closed. In most cases, only a small indentation will remain
Dermal Jewellery
• Dermal anchor jewellery is exactly that – ANCHORED. You cannot remove the base from your skin and put it back in again like a regular piercing. You can change the tops or beads, however, but it is best to have it done by a piercer who has the tools to grip the beads properly.
Aftercare
• Wash your hands thoroughly prior to cleaning or touching on (or near) your piercing for any reason.
• Use a sterile saline solution to gently clean your piercing and remove any secretions that may have built up around the entrance and exit holes. Repeat as required.
• Your piercer may have placed a bandage over your anchor. This bandage should be left on for 4-6 hours & replaced for 3 days and 10 nights.
• Leave jewellery in at all times. Even old, well-healed piercings can shrink or close in minutes after having been there for years. If removed, re-insertions can be difficult.
What to Avoid
• Avoid trauma such as friction from clothing, excessive motion of the area, playing with the jewellery, and vigorous cleaning. These activities can cause the formation of unsightly and uncomfortable scar tissue, migration, prolonged healing and other complications.
• Avoid the use of alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, betadine, hibiclens, or ointment.
• Avoid over-cleaning. This can delay your healing and irritate your piercing.
• Avoid all oral contact, rough play and contact with others bodily fluids on or near your piercing.
• Avoid stress and recreational drug use including excessive caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol.
• Avoid submerging the piercing in bodies of water such as lakes, pools, Jacuzzis, etc.
• Avoid all beauty and personal care products on or around the piercing including cosmetics, lotions, hairspray, etc.
• For more tips and information, see the A.P.P safe piercing guide.
