Studios Offering Professional Ear Piercings
370 of the 32,776 tattoo shops we track nationwide have professional ear piercing services. This directory section lists licensed studios offering professional earlobe and cartilage piercing services. These facilities use single-use hollow needles and implant-grade jewelry rather than automated piercing guns, ensuring cleaner procedure holes and reduced tissue trauma. Before your visit, confirm whether the shop accepts walk-ins or requires online booking, and check their required identification documents.
Browse by state
- Alabama5
- Arizona10
- California44
- Colorado10
- Florida43
- Georgia14
- Illinois20
- Indiana11
- Iowa10
- Kentucky7
- Maryland8
- Massachusetts13
- Michigan8
- New Jersey17
- New York18
- North Carolina13
- Ohio10
- Pennsylvania9
- South Carolina6
- Tennessee7
- Texas41
- Utah10
- Virginia12
- Washington10
- Wisconsin14
Verify jewelry materials: Request implant-grade titanium (ASTM F-136) or 14k/18k solid gold for initial piercings to minimize allergic reactions, swelling, and prolonged healing times.
Common questions
- How much does a professional ear piercing cost?
- Service fees for standard earlobe piercings typically range from $30 to $60, while cartilage piercings (helix, tragus, conch) cost $40 to $80. High-quality starter jewelry, such as threadless titanium studs, adds $20 to $60 per ear.
- How long do earlobe and cartilage piercings take to heal?
- Standard earlobe piercings take 6 to 8 weeks to heal sufficiently before you can swap initial earrings. Cartilage piercings require 6 to 12 months of consistent aftercare due to lower blood circulation in upper ear tissue.
- What identification is required for minors getting ear piercings?
- State regulations require a parent or legal guardian present with a photo ID, the minor's photo ID or birth certificate, and a signed consent form. Minimum age limits vary by state and individual shop policy, typically starting at 5 to 13 years old for lobes.