But besides that nothing really more to report about the shop. Oh we just about finished destroying it.

Go to a registered shop
Make sure that the piercing shop you plan to use is registered with their local council. A ‘certificate of registration’ should be available for viewing.

To comply with health regulations

•The shop must be kept clean and hygienic
•Instruments and jewellery used to pierce the skin must be sterile
•The operator must have no exposed cuts or wounds and their clothes must be clean.

Before having a body piercing

•Some operators (piercers) have age restrictions and often ask for parental consent if you are under eighteen. Most reputable piercers will not pierce the genital area of people under eighteen years of age
•If a piercer says no to piercing you, it is because they have your best interests in mind. Often when this happens, people resort to ‘backyard’ piercers, do it themselves or get their friends to help them. This is not advisable as these people aren’t trained, and the risks of complications and infection are increased dramatically
•If you have a medical condition (e.g. bleeding disorder, asthma) you should let the piercer know. If you are unsure if your medical condition may affect the piercing procedure you should always ask your doctor beforehand.