Body Piercing News

Depending on where you live, it seems that everywhere you look there is a tattoo shop.  Once considered a ‘fad’ in the 60′s and 70′s, tattooing has established itself firmly in the mainstream of societies around the world and is definitely here to stay.

Thanks to the increased awareness brought by recent TV reality shows like ‘L.A. Ink’ and ‘New York Ink’, it seems that everybody wants to get into the business of owning a shop of their own.  The problem is that it takes more than artistic talent to operate a complex business like a tattoo shop and many artists come up short on the necessary requisites.  In Los Angeles county, for example, there seems to be a constant flux of shops going in and going out, and the trend does not seem to be slowing down.

So how (as a customer) are you supposed to know the difference between a quality tattoo shop and a ‘fly-by-night’ operation that may not be there in a week?  For one, you can ask how long the shop has been there.  Secondly, ask to see the shop’s health department permit (if they are legitimate they will have it prominently displayed and not mind if you copy down the permit number for verification).  Third, make sure they are using only sterile body piercing supplies and tattoo supplies with color-changing indicators and proper dates stamped clearly on the packaging.  If the shop you are in has any problems with your questioning, simply leave and find one that is legit.

There are many sellers hawking kits online, with varying prices and quality.  You can find home piercing kits sold on ebay, amazon and other online retailers, as well as stand-alone companies that specialize in body art supplies.

Whether you have decided to purchase a body piercing kit for yourself or your spouse, or if you are a professional body piercer, there is one company that we have found that stands above the rest for quality and price – you can check their body piercing kits by clicking on the link provided.  They also offer True Free Shipping, which means there is no small print or order minimums to get what you buy shipped to you free – it is what it is – FREE!  It’s nice to know that there are some things in life that aren’t too good to be true!

Ever since the first tattoo shop was opened there has been the issue of what ‘side-work’ is, and isn’t.  The question (or problem) is this: where is the line between what is allowable when it comes to shop artists having dealings with shop customers outside the shop (or on the ‘side’)?  Unlike body-piercing that is relatively simple (where a customer can purchase a body piercing kit online), tattoos are more complex.  Many shops are aware that price-conscious customers will frequently ask an artist if they do work outside the shop, hoping for a lower price (which bypasses the shop’s cut – the very shop the met in).  Most shops view artists that do work on its’ customers outside the shop (unbeknownst to the shop owner) as stealing and grounds for termination.  While many tattooists may disagree, the fact is that if the shop had not existed (and worked hard for their good reputation and invested the hard work, time and money establishing itself in the public’s awareness) such a meeting could not have happened.  Every customer that sets foot into a shop is considered part of the shop’s assets, and as with anything else inside that shop that can be taken out of it, taking a shop’s customer and doing side-work is stealing.  Of course there can be arrangements or exceptions made by the shop owner to allow for jobs that run past operating hours, or if a customer wants work on days the shop is closed, etc.  To avoid any misunderstandings, any such arrangements need to be made BEFORE they happen, where the owner of the shop authorizes it.  Otherwise, it will undoubtedly be seen as customer stealing and grounds for firing.

If you aren’t sure of the policy your shop has regarding what is allowed or not, ask.  Usually, such rules are discussed in an initial interview with your boss, or mentioned the first day and you may have forgotten.  In this day and age of tough economic times, it’s better to be sure when it comes to these things.  As always, we welcome your questions and comments at the BodyPiercingNews.com!

New Symbol For Raider Pride?

Hello sports-fans and fanaticals, it’s Pokee, and I’m back to bring you this little shard of curiosity.  Now as a card-carrying member of the heterosexual male race, and a sporting fan to boot, I try to keep an open-mind about things I see going on around me.  I mean if a guy like Dennis Rodman wants to put on a little make up for a night out, or wear a dress around the house while he smokes a cigar watching re-runs of Friends, that’s his monkey-business, and he’s entitled to a little strangeness after being arguably one of the most ferocious defensive players to ever play in the NBA.

But when it comes to a guy who claims to be a member of Raider Nation showing off a Hello Kitty tattoo on the inside of his mouth, I have to draw the line.  Are you kidding me? Not only is this a bad place to get a tattoo (was he trying to impress his dentist?), but doing this could be hazardous to this guy’s health – especially if he opens his mouth at a home game.  If you don’t already know, Raider fans are the craziest and most violent fans anywhere, and they take their team very seriously and tend to frown on things that are feminine and unusual.  This guy’s chances of surviving his next Raider game are worse than if you or I decided to take a bath in gasoline and then set ourselves on fire as we slid down a 300 foot razor blade!  Seriously, have you SEEN the creatures at Raider games?  It’s so bad, they call it ‘The Black Hole’ and inside those stands it is common to find rabid pit bulls, animal carcasses, skeletons with swords, and swash-buckling two-headed Darth Vaders packing M16′s.  This is enough to make Al Davis turn in his grave!  This guy either has a death-wish, or was talked into doing this by his girlfriend.  Come on man, have some self-respect.  Now that you’ve done this what’s next – getting a body piercing kit and letting her use it to turn Mr. Tadpole into a mini hoop-steel christmas tree?  My advice to you is the next time your lady comes up with some bright idea like this, grow a pair and say no.  Oh, and if I were you I would not go to any more Raider games, unless your idea of fun is becoming the first person to be killed during a live sporting event for utter stupidity.

You know the drill.  Cast your vote and be heard; Is this guy Cool or Fool?

That’s all I got for now,

Pokee

Is This Pokee?

Body art and quality body piercing supplies are not something easily found in retail stores – it’s not like you can just go to a Walmart for hollow piercing needles.  Although many of the piercing tools and equipment used in body art are borrowed from the medical field, some items are quite specific in their origination and use.

If you have done a search for body piercing supplies you know there are many sources that come up.  The question is: Who can you trust?  The answer, we found is that it is best to purchase your supplies from companies that are dedicated solely to body piercing supplies and who have established themselves within the industry for their quality and value.  We found a leading supplier of body piercing supplies that offers true free shipping and no order minimums.  If you have any other questions or comments feel free to write us at the BodyPiercingNews.com.

Many people are finding it harder and harder to land decent jobs that pay enough to live comfortably.  Those that find themselves employed are probably expected to do more than ever, with less benefits and pay.

One of the few industries that has boomed the past few years is body art; body piercers can easily make over $100.00 per hour, and do not have to work out of a tattoo shop to be successful.  We found a company that specializes in producing starter body piercing kits that include everything needed to get started in a new career as a body piercer for under $200.00!

In many areas of the country, there is a shortage of qualified body piercers.  As with all things, a short supply leads to increased prices.  At the Body Piercing News we have heard of people charging as much as 85 USD for piercings in some areas.

Because of this shortage, more and more people are turning to purchasing body piercing kits and doing the piercings themselves.  Although this is not recommended for many piercings (which are difficult to do by novices), there are many piercings that can be done with a good chance of success at home.  Just make sure the body piercing kit you purchase includes sterile body jewelry, proper skin preparation and how-to instructional videos.  This company offers the best quality sterile body piercing kits we have found along with streaming videos and aftercare guidelines, at the most affordable prices.

The holidays are believed by some to be the worst time to get pierced or tatted.  The reasoning behind this is that having a pink (still healing) piercing or fresh tattoo visible at the holiday dinner table may be the catalyst for ‘prickly’ conversation from relatives.

Although that may be true in some respects (depending upon where you get the body art), it may actually be the best time (economically) to get work done since traditionally many shops are slow at this time of the year.  So if you are thinking about getting that new body piercing and the cat is already out of the bag (that you do such things), you may be able to get rock-bottom deals on getting it done right now.  So treat yourself to that tattoo or body piercing you want and just keep the conversation moving during those long holiday meals

Professional Starter Body Piercing Kit

Many people are frustrated with being asked to do more for less at their current jobs, or worse, are finding it difficult to even find a job.  While some say the economy is getting better, many changes in the job market are here to stay.  Worker’s rights are being taken away, as well as expectations of benefits, raises and the feeling that working hard will lead to job security and retirement.

There are very few industries that have grown over the last few years.  One of them is the booming demand for body piercers.  As body piercing becomes more and more commonplace, the demand has reached a critical point for qualified professional body piercers.  With the proper training and a  starter body piercing kit you can easily earn over $100.00 per hour either working for yourself or out of a tattoo shop.  You just need to be good with customers and not be squeamish about blood (which is part of the territory).  If you can handle that you may have what it takes to be a great body piercer.  For a complete starter body piercing kit that includes streaming how-to videos and a booklet that show you how to get started and start piercing legally in the area near you, click on the link provided earlier in the sentence.  Good luck!

True Free Shipping of Body Jewelry and Body Piercing Supplies

With the new emphasis by Google on total product costs for consumers, there has been a dramatic shift by online retailers to lower shipping costs.  However, as with most things, what seems to be ‘free’ is not always as it appears to be.

Most sellers of body piercing supplies will lead with ”free shipping” on their sites, but careful reading reveals that you must make a minimum order amount to qualify.  The ONLY site we have found that does NOT REQUIRE ORDER MINIMUMS and gives you truly free shipping on all their products (within the USA, of course) can be found by clicking on the following link: body piercing supplies.  It’s nice to know there is truth in advertising, at least with these guys