Piercing needle vs. Gun: Why We Only Use Needles at Alice in Pierce Land

When it comes to getting a new piercing, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is where and how it’s done. Many people wonder whether to go for a needle piercing or a piercing gun. At Alice in Pierce Land, we exclusively use needles—and for good reason! Here’s why needle piercing is the safest and most professional choice for your body.

The Difference Between a Piercing Needle and a Gun

Before diving into why we choose needles, let’s break down the differences between these two methods: ✔ Piercing Gun – A spring-loaded device that forces blunt jewellery through the tissue, often causing trauma. ✔ Needle Piercing – A hollow, single-use needle that smoothly removes a small section of tissue, creating a clean hole.

Now, let’s look at why professional piercers never use guns.

1. Needles Are More Precise & Less Traumatic

🔹 Gun Piercing: The jewellery is forced through the tissue with pressure, causing unnecessary trauma. This can lead to excessive swelling, scarring, and a longer healing time. 🔹 Needle Piercing: A sharp, hollow needle makes a clean cut, allowing the jewellery to be inserted smoothly. This reduces trauma and speeds up healing.

2. Better Hygiene & Safety

🔹 Gun Piercing: Most piercing guns are made of plastic and cannot be properly sterilized between uses, increasing the risk of infection. 🔹 Needle Piercing: Needles are single-use, sterile, and disposed of immediately after the piercing, ensuring complete hygiene.

3. Suitable for ALL Areas of the Body

🔹 Gun Piercing: Only suitable for ear lobes—using a gun on cartilage or body piercings can cause serious damage. 🔹 Needle Piercing: Safe for all types of piercings, including cartilage, nostrils, septum, navel, and more.

4. Less Pain & Faster Healing

🔹 Gun Piercing: The blunt force can cause microtears, leading to increased swelling and discomfort. 🔹 Needle Piercing: A clean puncture reduces pain and helps the body heal more efficiently.

5. Jewellery Quality Matters

🔹 Gun Piercing: Typically uses cheap, low-quality jewellery that is difficult to remove and may cause irritation. 🔹 Needle Piercing: At Alice in Pierce Land, we use high-quality, implant-grade titanium and gold, jewellery that’s safe for your skin.

The Verdict: Always Choose a Needle!

When it comes to body piercing, needles are the professional standard—they are safer, more hygienic, and cause less trauma to your skin. At Alice in Pierce Land, we are committed to providing the best experience with expertly performed needle piercings and top-tier jewellery.

Ready for a safe and stylish piercing experience? Book your appointment today and let’s get you pierced the right way! 💎✨

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