Piercing Preparation
Eating and drinking before and after
Eating before a piercing and ensuring your body is well fuelled is recommended.
Having a good carb heavy meal around 2-3 hours before getting pierced helps regulate blood sugar to be better prepare you for your piercing. Resume your regular diet after your new piercing. However, in the case of oral piercings, eating can be a slightly uncomfortable so taking care is advised.
There is no situation where we can ethically pierce a person under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Consumption of these substances will slow the healing process after your procedure and is strongly advised against until healing is nearly complete.
What to bring to my piercing?
It's a requirement to bring the following items:
- Photo Identification
- Parent/Guardian (if required)
We accept photo identification as valid forms of ID. The following types are accepted:
- Driver’s Licence
- Digital Driver's License
- Proof of Age Card
- Passport
- Keypass
For students, we accept a School Identification that includes all of the following:
- Full Name
- Date of Birth
- Photo
If you are between the ages of 10 and 16, you must be accompanied in-store by a parent or legal guardian to sign the consent form. They must also bring their own photo ID and proof of guardianship. For example, a Medicare card that includes both your names.
What to bring to my piercing?
It's a requirement to bring the following items:
- Photo Identification
- Parent/Guardian (if required)
We accept photo identification as valid forms of ID. The following types are accepted:
- Driver’s Licence
- Digital Driver's License
- Proof of Age Card
- Passport
- Keypass
For students, we accept a School Identification that includes all of the following:
- Full Name
- Date of Birth
- Photo
If you are between the ages of 10 and 16, you must be accompanied in-store by a parent or legal guardian to sign the consent form. They must also bring their own photo ID and proof of guardianship. For example, a Medicare card that includes both your names.
What to expect when I come to get a piercing?
- A consultation regarding your desired piercing
- You will be shown jewellery options
- Payment is required prior to entering the studio
What jewellery do we use?
We strictly offer Surgical Grade Stainless Steel (316LSSS) which comes in standard silver, or PVD (physical vapour deposit) black, gold & rose gold colourations. We also offer implant grade Internally and Externally Threaded Titanium (G23 6AL-4V ELI-ASTM F136). This is the most widely used titanium alloy in the medical industry and is suitable for maximum biocompatibility into the body. All our jewellery is packaged, sterilised, and stored as per AS/NZ standards.
Sterilisation
We use autoclave sterilisers in all Off Ya Tree stores. These use steam and pressure to sanitise equipment. We also use new needles for each piercing - these are also medically sterilised and sealed.
Our piercers are happy to answer any questions you have about sterilisation.
Piercing guns
We do not use piercing guns as they cannot be medically sterilised.
Numbing
We don't sell numbing spray and will not perform procedures on anyone who has used numbing cream.
Jewellery requirements
For hygiene reasons, we must pierce with jewellery that has been medically sterilised in our autoclave.
Previously used or unsterile jewellery is not suitable for a fresh piercing, so you will need to purchase new jewellery from us for the initial piercing.
Post-Procedure
Things to avoid during the healing period:
- Moving or rotating your jewellery.
- Touching your piercing as this can increase the chance of infection.
- Over cleaning. Only clean your piercing as directed by your piercer.
- Oral contact from others.
- Submerging your piercing in water i.e Ocean, pools and spas.
- Changing your jewellery before downsizing.
- Shampoo, conditioner residue and soaps. Make sure you rinse these away while showering.
- Unwashed clothing and linen.
- Restrictive clothing.
- Illicit drugs and alcohol consumption (especially with oral piercings).
Things to do during the healing period:
- Clean your piercing twice daily.
- Maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Change bedding and towels regularly.
- Contact your piercer if you have any questions or queries.
Post-Procedure
Things to avoid during the healing period:
- Moving or rotating your jewellery.
- Touching your piercing as this can increase the chance of infection.
- Over cleaning. Only clean your piercing as directed by your piercer.
- Oral contact from others.
- Submerging your piercing in water i.e Ocean, pools and spas.
- Changing your jewellery before downsizing.
- Shampoo, conditioner residue and soaps. Make sure you rinse these away while showering.
- Unwashed clothing and linen.
- Restrictive clothing.
- Illicit drugs and alcohol consumption (especially with oral piercings).
Things to do during the healing period:
- Clean your piercing twice daily.
- Maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Change bedding and towels regularly.
- Contact your piercer if you have any questions or queries.