My name is Nela.

Welcome! Serving Professional Body Piercings to the Garner communities and surrounding areas. I offer safe, intentional body piercing focused on client comfort, anatomical precision, and dedicated aftercare support. Lets get you to recognizing yourself again.
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My journey into professional piercing

My interest in piercing started early, honestly sparked after realizing I had remarkably sharp eyesight. Like many alt kids, I began by experimenting on myself and friends without fully grasping how rigorous professional standards should be. Rough experiences with mall piercing guns and piercings that refused to heal properly pushed me to think piercings just were not for me. When I turned 18, meeting a welcoming, passionate professional piercer completely transformed my perspective.

I have been piercing for about two and a half years, spending countless hours researching and mastering the craft. Since March 2026, I have been piercing out of a welcoming tattoo shop in Garner, proudly serving the public here and clients in neighboring areas. My mission is always to greet you with warmth and provide the individualized attention, gentle technique, and specialized aftercare you deserve.

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Uncompromising safety and continued education

North Carolina does not currently require a formal apprenticeship or specialized state licensing for body piercers. Because of this lack of regulation, I hold myself to an exceptionally high standard of education, safety, and hygiene.

I maintain active certifications in bloodborne pathogen safety and CPR, utilize only high-grade biocompatible jewelry, and adhere to strict sterile protocols. And working towards APP standards. To deepen my expertise, I also have and plan on continuing education through community college courses covering aesthetics, cosmetic science, and human anatomy. Nervous and first-time clients can feel completely at ease asking questions in an open, transparent environment where your well-being comes first.

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A personal, supportive studio experience

While I love curating unique jewelry styles and challenging placements, what truly defines my work is the human connection. Piercing is an art, but so is genuine hospitality. I continuously observe your comfort level and body language so I can guide you through each step with reassurance.

Unlike a tattoo, a piercing is not finished the moment you walk out the door; it is an ongoing healing journey that requires patience, proper technique, and intentional aftercare. I offer fair, judgment-free pricing that reflects the quality of sterile materials and care provided, and I am always here for follow-up check-ins whenever you need advice.

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