The Piercing Shop

I’m not from the area and I needed some plugs last minute. Illuminati helped me out after 10pm and were wicked chill. I would definitely recommend them. They have a great selection and are super personable. If ever in the area again, I’ll be stopping back in for sure :)

Went with my girlfriend to get her nose pierced and she was extremely nervous to do it. Nick made her feel more the comfortable and it was done in a very quick and professional as manner! Only place in Vegas I’d recommend!!!

Got pierced at Illuminati w/​Kelly… Great experience.
However, one day after my piercing, I was eating and my lip jewelry got caught on my teeth & as a result, it pulled and created trauma in my lip piercing. It began to swell; a lot.
… Next day, I headed towards Illuminati to have Kelly take a look at it, however he was unavailable at the time.
…I went across the way to Kelsy at The Piercing Shop. I walked in and was promptly greeted. Actually there were people ahead of me BUT the team at The Piercing Shop attended to me first. ;) (special circumstance). Kelsy took a look at me and brought me back; validated my concern and gave me options: to save the piercing or take it out and let it close. I informed her to save my piercing. ;’) as best as she can…
… Kelsy was very gentle with me and as soon as she took off the original jewelry, my lip began to feel relieved. Kelsy put in longer jewelry for my lip and already, it felt better. Kelsy gave me a brochure of her after care instructions. I gave her a hug for saving my piercing!
…I HIGHLY recommend The Piercing Shop!
I felt well taken care of and felt that the entire team attended to my concern in a swift, efficient, & professional manner!
Thank you Kelsy!!!

On my day off last week, I had an itch to get a new piercing. I was looking at reviews for places near me, but didn’t feel like any of them were «the one». I’m particular about where I go to get holes poked in my skin. So, I found The Piercing Shop. I read many of the reviews, and decided to give it a shot. They opened at 12, so I made my way over, and waited about twenty minutes for them to open. When the piercer arrived, I walked up the stairs and into the shop. The waiting area was really cool, with a giant body jewelry selection. She greeted me almost immediately and asked what wanted to have done today. I asked her the price on a tragus piercing, and a nose piercing. I was kind of shocked that to get a tragus piercing started at $ 55, but then she explained that it includes the jewelry, and only goes up depending on the jewelry one chooses. I picked a very small rhinestone stud. I gave her my ID and filled out the paperwork. She went to the back and started sanitizing the room, and I waited, drooling over the jewelry selection. She calls me back, and right as she is about to mark my ear, she gets super excited! «Oh my god, you have the perfect ear for a double tragus!!» And I was slightly confused at this point. She asks where I want the piercing, and suggests that if I think I might want to do the double, to put the first one on the bottom, so it doesn’t look funny. I really appreciated that she gave me advice for that, because I probably wouldn’t have known what to do. She had me lie down on the table, take two slow, deep breaths in and out, and then she pierced it! And I didn’t even feel it. I just heard the popping which is never pleasant, but it’s always going to be a part of the deal. After she got the jewelry in, she had me check it out, and had a friend of hers come see it too because she loved how it looked. She took pictures, told me how to take care of it, and asked if I had any questions. She also gave me this really helpful booklet about aftercare, on which she wrote the kind of piercing, healing time, and her personal contact info in case I had any questions or concerns.
Whenever I need any other kind of piercing done, I’m definitely going back to this shop.

Nice selection, reasonable prices, great staff! Mike was awesome with my dermal a few months back, and I definitely recommend!

I came here after looking through the many Unilocal suggestions for a piercing shop. I came with a friend after thinking that since it’s called The piercing shop it might as well be the best bet.
We walked in and were greeted my Kelsey
The store was smaller than I imagined, cases filled of different kinds of jewelry a seating area with a nice little heater and some reading material.
At first I wanted an industrial piercing but they were out of bars (getting more next week I believe) so i opted for two helix piercings instead.
Everything was pretty sanitary and clean, after I filled out some paper work and gave her my id I was pretty much set to get started.
She opened everything in front of me, once again everything sanitary, she suggested where the piercing should go and such.
Kelsey was very professional throughout the whole process.
I loved the placement and everything I was sent home with how to clean and care for ear.
:) will be back for future piercings!

My piercing experience was great! But the after care didn’t turn out so wonderful.
My nipple piercings did heal, and really well!
But, Mike put in barbells that were slightly too small, causing my nipples to become a little irritated. When he pierced me, he had mentioned it seemed like the piercings he had put in were too small, and that I should return after 3 months to switch them out for a better size without a problem. So I came back in to switch out the sizes, and the staff took care of me.
They switched out the piercings, but what got me was they charged me! For their mistake!
I explained the situation to the lady who helped me, and she explained that the piercer should’ve switched out the piercings then and there if they were too small. That’s not my job, so I don’t know what she expected me to do about that. She was nice enough to take 50% off each piercing she replaced. That was better than paying full price.
I still shouldn’t have had to pay anything this time around. The jewelry was included in the piercing and the piercer made the mistake. I felt the situation was handled unprofessionally, but I did appreciate that they switched out the jewelry accordingly and fixed the situation for me in a comforting manner.
The staff definitely has great attitudes and that goes a long way. I was also informed that Mike no longer works there, so maybe that situation won’t continue to happen. But now I know for future reference how that type of situation will play out. Just for FYI.

Go see Kelsey if you’re looking for a quick and painless piercing job! She did a great on me and my bff’s piercings! She was very polite and thorough with explaining everything. The shop carries nothing but high-​quality and nickel-​free jewelry which is great for people that have sensitive skin. I’m already looking to go back to get more as soon as mine new ones heal!!!

Took my daughter to have her septum pierced. After driving from tattoo shop to shop, someone finally said, ‘your best bet would be this place”. Go there. They were totally professional. Totally clean. Totally courteous, and made sure we were very informed before we left. I’m writing this because I always thought a piercing is just a piercing. No no. I recently had my lower lip or labret or however it’s spelled pierced SOMEWHERE ELSE and it got infected. I was using alcohol on it which is a Nono I guess. Never knew how to care for it… So I thought these people are completely deserving of 5 stars. If anything goes wrong for my kid, I don’t think it would have anything to do with them. If you are looking for a body piercing, I would highly recommend! Thanks guys!

I came in right when they opened. I didn’t catch the guy’s name that pierced my nose but I must say he did a great job. He had three other people waiting but he did a great job taking care of everyone. He did a fabulous job on my nose and will be back for more piercings. I highly recommend!

This place was AWESOME! Super clean and very friendly. I walked in and was greeted right away. They have a beautiful selection of jewelry. My nose was pierced by SHANE. He was very knowledgable and gentle. I would recommend them to anyone and will definitely be back!

I got my vertical labret pierced here and it came out perfect! I was surprised that no clamps were used! (*clamps are usually more painful than the actual piercing itself, IMO.*) very professional, very clean, perfectly straight and aligned. He made sure everything was perfect. I got it over a year ago and I still love it. I definitely plan on heading back there soon! (:

It was suggested that I check out this shop for new jewelry. Kelsey was so helpful and knowledgeable about metals and sizing. I got a beautiful new rose gold septum ring that fits perfectly. And I got lovely large gold and shell hoop earrings. Definitely will go back here and to her for more pieces!

I love this place! This is ridiculously far and out of my way but it’s the only place I go to or bring friends to for piercings. It is so worth it.
To date, I have gotten my septum, nipples and conch pierced here, and came in twice to get new jewelry sanitized and installed here. I’ve been here with friends getting: tragus, nose, septum, nipples and dermals as well and everyone of them are very pleased with their piercings.
While they might not have the biggest (or cheapest) selection of jewelry, they have the knowledge and talent to give you the safest piercing. The prices depend on the jewelry you choose; I usually just go with something basic and simple to start with and then order something eclectic to switch it out with from Etsy or Body Art forms online. The prices for the fancy jewelry here are expensive but you get what you pay for.
Also, you don’t need appointments but if you want to check for a certain piercer, jewelry or something definitely call ahead and double check. They do sometimes run low on needles (I have never experienced this) or certain jewelries (this happened on Friday they couldn’t do any nose or tragus piercings). Also– if you’re considering piercing your nipples, call and ask when there will be two piercers in for you to get this done. If there’s two guys they’ll pierce them in tandem and it hurts much less because ~adrenaline.~
So anyways, the piercing room is a straight up medical room, super sanitary and private. They clean everything, always wear new gloves and use new needles (no autoclaves = no accidentally reusing dirty needles). I’ve gotten almost all of my piercings done by Mike, and he is awesome. Super friendly, laid back dude. I probably wouldn’t approach a dude with that many mods outside of a shop but I would totally be Mike’s friend because he’s just that nice. I always talk out what’s on my mind (because I always have a couple things in mind) and he’s super straightforward and helpful. He’ll tell you what will look good (or not), what he recommends, how things will heal, etc. Once you go in the room, he’ll put a mark on the spot and show you to make sure it’s positioned where you want it before he does it. The other awesome thing about this shop is that they never use clamps! And clamps often cause the most pain during the piercing process, which might explain why none of mine really ever hurt. He also discusses gauges with you so you know what size hole you have, which is really important for buying new jewelry and also something many shops overlook. Here everything is up front and very informational.
After the piercing he goes through the healing process, what to do and what to avoid, how to clean/​take care of them and everything. He’s very personable and gives you a card with his number and the info for the best cleaner. Definitely a dude I trust to do the rest of my piercings and any of my friends.
If you are looking for a professional, clean, safe and awesome piercing shop, this place is totally worth it and I would recommend them to anyone!

My friend and I both went in to get a piercing but were unsure of what we wanted to get. Mike was at the shop and he was great. We spent a long time talking and changing our minds, but he kept answering any and all questions we had. He was very polite and very professional with great customer service skills.
My friend ended up getting her nose piercing re-​opened, and I got a reverse industrial conch. Mike did both of our piercings and we are both extremely happy with them. Mike took the time to make sure my piercing was angled just right to the position I wanted it in, and the piercing didn’t even hurt. I highly recommend both ‘The piercing shop’ and Mike as a piercer.

I got a monroe piercing done at this shop about three weeks ago. I chose to go to this shop because the website made it look look extremely clean and when I called to get details on the price the person at the shop was very friendly and answered my questions. I felt that the prices were very reasonable, the piercing plus the basic jewelry starts at 60.00 and goes up from there.
I ended up getting pierced by Michael who is a really friendly, easy going guy. He made sure that he answered all my questions and gave me his honest feedback about piercing size and location. Ofcourse there was slight pain when I was pierced but not more than what was expected and the healing has been better than I expected.
I also went back to the shop this past week to see if I could get a smaller backing due to the piercing sticking out of my face. Instead of selling me more jewelry or just doing what I asked, he explained how the piercing wasn’t completely healed and advised me to come back in a few more weeks.
I’m not sure how many more piercings I plan on getting but I will always recommend this place for people to go to.

Wow this place is awesome. I mean I came here for a double ear lobe piercing and the guy mike was super helpful and super friendly! And he talked me through all the steps of how the piercing will feel or be like and what I should buy to help clean it and everything. The piercing itself didn’t hurt at all maybe just a pinch but it wasn’t anything to get freaked out over hahah. The price was $ 125 for both ears and they even sell real gold earrings here if you needed any. But mike was really really helpful and I’m glad he made my experience here very good. I’ll definitely be coming back here for another piercing next time I need one (:

I first moved here to sunny Las Vegas in January, by the time March rolled around I hadn’t met many people but wanted to commit to a bodymod I’d wanted forever, splitting my tongue.
Enter «The Piercing Shop»
As soon as I got there I was met by some of the friendliest, body-​moddest, tattooed folks around and felt like I found where I belonged. After our initial meeting about a half hour before closing. All of my questions were answered, doubts erased, and mind firmly made up on going through with the decision.
The next night I came to the shop at closing and was encircled by Shane von Ranniger (Pro piercer and incredible dude all around) Kelsey Kakos (Apprentice at the time with a huge future) and two others who guided me through the motions I’d need to undergo my big moment.
I left the experience with my tongue sutured and my camera filled with 30+ pictures of the whole experience. 4 months later and I can’t forget the moment I joined the ranks of split tongue hood.
If all this was done for me, I couldn’t expect anything less for anyone that walks in off the street the way I did. The location is sterile, jewelery selection is choice and the staff is by far and away filled with some of the most solid, talented individuals I’ve encountered. (Take it from someone whose undergone 10 different piercings above the neck and 4 below).

I Went In Alittle Over A Week Ago To Get My Tounge Pierced. The Guys Were Amazing And Kept Me Calm And Always Made Me Feel Comfortable. Never Forced Me Always Reassured It Was Something I Wanted. He Did Use A 10g Needle For My Tounge, But In His Defense He Warned Me It Would Hurt More. When We Were Done My Tounge Wasn’t Swollen Which Was Awesome! (Due To This Shop Not Using Clamps.) Only Down Side Was The Skin Got Caught And Now I Have A Scar And Access Skin On My Tounge. It Was Not His Fault He Was Amazing.
I Would Recommend This Place To Anyone!

Walked-​in tonight (without appt.) to get my nipples pierced by Shane. He did a great job and an even better job and keeping the atmosphere relaxing to help chill out my nervous mood. Would highly recommend going to him! I will be for future piercings!