I had gotten a tattoo somewhere else and didn't realize I parked right in front of this AMAZING shop. I went in to check it out and I was met with the nicest dude who answered my questions. I got a spur of the moment third lobe piercing, nothing fancy. He helped me pick out my jewelry since I didn't come in with a plan . So I appreciate his help! And the pierced my ears I believe his name was Kevan. Entertained my chatty-ness (sorry I talked so much I was having a great day with no baby with me getting a tattoo and piercing, self-care day ) I will come back for more and with a plan, I promise. read more

My son got his first piercing here, and Mark was amazing. He made us feel totally at ease, and my son loves it. Highly recommend! read more

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DO NOT GO TO KEVAN UNLESS YOU WANT YOUR JEWELRY TO FALL OUT THE NEXT DAY!!! I would give 0 starts if I could. I had to get an MRI and needed my jewelry taken out. I got them put back in on Monday and the jewelry in my tragus piercing fell out on Tuesday. I've had this jewelry in for 3+ years and NEVER had the jewelry fall out prior. I went into the store to talk to Syd at the front desk, who said their piercer did not screw in the jewelry correctly. Syd told me to talk to the manager, Nick. When I went to explain what happened to Nick and asked what we could do, he was extremely rude and unhelpful. When I expressed how sad I was for losing the jewelry (which my mother picked out for me), Nick responded, "it sounds like you've had your time with it." Clearly, I would have had more time with it if I did not go to this piercing shop. I was not expecting anything for free or my money back, but I was hoping for halfway decent customer service and an apology for what happened. read more

Clean and pristine atmosphere and top-notch customer service! I had a wonderful experience with Mark and Nick to assist with removing my first nose piercing to swap it for a better quality, flat back nose piercing. Not only is the storefront beautiful and great vibes, I was very impressed with the thorough customer service by Mark and Nick in addition to the knowledge they shared with me to take care of my nose piercing. I'd highly recommend for body piercing as they have quality jewelry including Titanium or 18 karat gold as some options! 10 out of 10, highly recommended!!! read more

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Unfortunately, my experiences with Apogee have been not great at all. The man who works at the front was not kind and came off as judgmental and the two piercings I received there a few years ago both had quite a lot of trouble. When my nostril hoop was ripped open and I went to get it closed again, the piercer did not close it fully which then resulted in the skin growing around the hoop and being ripped out when removed. My second mishap was the daith I got there that was pierced in the hard tissue, rather than the soft tissue where it should be. I finally took it out after three years of headaches and constant pain. Will not be recommending this shop to others. Thanks. read more

Tongue piercing. It was perfect! All employees I had chance to meet that day were nice and friendly! It's not my first tongue piercing and this time was absolutely perfect! I wish you guys had little cheaper jewelry, feels like overpriced, but still all good! Thank you guys! read more

I wanted to change my nose ring from sterling silver to rose gold. Kay at the front was super helpful and very friendly. I had to wait for an appointment to finish before the piercer, Kevin, could change my ring for me. Kay offered me water and showed me where the bathroom was. Kevin was patient and very gentle. I decided after he put in the new nose ring and looked in the mirror, that I would prefer a slightly larger gauge. He didn't mind changing it out for me! So nice and understanding, if you buy any jewelry from Apogee it is totally worth the small fee they charge to put it in (or change it out in my case). Thanks Kay and Kevin for the wonderful experience! 10/10 recommend! read more

I had a great experience here and am very excited to come back for my piercing follow-up! After being able to park directly in front of the shop (parking is limited, but close by) I walked in and was greeted by Front of House, Kay. She was so positive and helpful when I mentioned that it was my first time at Apogee. She also was very knowledgeable of their jewelry selection when I asked about possibly getting a new piece for my daith. I was super surprised at their selection, as I feel like other studios push their gold selection first but Kay told me about all the options-- gold, titanium, glass, niobium. I LOVE that they carry Tether Jewelry (and their chains)! They also sell hangers/weights and fashion jewelry if you're into that. The shop is decorated quite nicely, and everything looks to be wheelchair accessible which is great :) They also seem to take walk-ins, so if you're more of a spontaneous person this is the place. They of course also do appointments, which you book online on their website. When I met my piercer, Nicholas, he was able to (and excited!) to make my dream piercing come to life-- a vertical industrial. He was super meticulous about marking and seeing where he would be able to place it while keeping my conch, which I appreciate. I could tell that he really wanted to make sure my industrial viable/ healable, and also that he loves his job! This made the appointment less stressful / anxiety-provoking. The piercing itself was great and quick! I have a really high pain tolerance in general, but Nicholas did a great job, and it genuinely didn't hurt anywhere near what I thought it would be. And, although I've healed a ton of piercings, he also informed me of saline soaks and how that might help with healing. At the end of my appointment, I got cards with information on aftercare (including how to make/do the saline soak) which was nice. They also had a piercing loyalty card so that's cool, I don't think any other studio in San Diego (at least a good piercing studio) does. And my total came out to $95 before tip which is incredibly cheap I feel for my jewelry and experience?!! So I totally recommend y'all to come here. It was great!! read more

Apogee Body Piercing - Vertical Industrial done by Nicholas - Piercing Near Me - San Diego, California

My absolute go-to for all piercing needs from new piercings to new jewelry. Apogee has the best selection I've seen of medical grade titanium jewelry. Their staff is always kind, patient and compassionate; taking the time to make sure you're comfortable and that you understand everything that's happening and everything to expect. I appreciate the little baggies of sea salt you get as well for piercing after-care. The studio itself is super cool, well-decorated with a comfortable waiting area. read more

Vibes are off. The piercer was great but the front desk guy is high on his own power.

I've always had professional service and never an issue with my piercings. Highly recommended!

I've gotten a few piercings from here and always 10/10 experience. Nick at the front desk is super helpful and supportive! I think I'm due for another piercing soon! read more

Amazing piercing shop! I got my conch done here years ago and they were so nice and helpful and educated me on my piercing and after care clearly. I just got a new piece today from here and the staff was just as amazing this time around read more

10/10 recommend. I waited far too long to get my septum pierced & a friend wanted to get piercings of her own so finally pulled the trigger. Kaylie was super nice & helpful with picking out jewelry. Kevin was our piercer & had us laughing the whole time. Quality jewelry, experience, & company! All future piercings will be done here! read more

Kevan was awesome !! quick, painless, and we didn't have to wait. He was personable, talented, and overall everything you could want in a piercer. He also creates a calm environment and handles tool with care and everything is spotless clean. 11/10 read more

they gave me a bar for my double lip piercing that was entirely too short to account for swelling snd healing and then when i went back to get it changed they told me to wait it out when any piercer would know that it was getting borderline infected. they were kind but if you go make sure you check what length theyre giving you. read more

Kevin was amazing both times I came here!! The receptionist at the front (with the upper lip bling) was ill-mannered and belittling. I almost walked out before deciding against letting this team member throw off my day. Thanks again Kevin!! read more

Came here to get my first facial piercings (nostril and vertical labret) and had a great experience! Kaylie in the front was very welcoming and informative. She gave my friend and I a thorough run through of the jewelry, pricing, and aftercare. Kevin did my piercings and he was very professional and fun. I appreciated that he was very precise with the placements. Overall I had a fabulous experience and would highly recommend getting your piercings here!! I definitely will be back read more

Really lovely studio. Incredible selection of piercings. Super friendly crew. I'm really happy with my new jewelry.

Everything was perfect. I wish I remembered his name but there was a man (has a jewel on his tooth) that was so sweet. He helped me pick my jewelry and was super patient with me! Mark did an amazing job with my piercings (2nd lobe, helix, and stretched my rook because I didn't have anything in it for a while). I felt absolutely no pain so that was great. He made me feel comfortable and he knew what he was doing. He answered all my questions and throughly instructed me on how to clean it and what I can/can't do with my piercing. The place was also super clean and I would 100% go back for more! read more

Apogee Body Piercing - Rook stretching, helix, 2nd lobe - Piercing Near Me - San Diego, California

My friend and I had an amazing experience here! We walked in and were taken immediately. The front desk was so incredibly helpful in deciding jewelry and on a piercing for me (i was so indecisive). They were patient while also being welcoming, I didn't feel rushed at all. I went with a Tragus piercing and a jewelry swap for my Helix. Our piercer Kevin was awesome and super funny and informative. We will for sure be back :-)! read more

Apogee Body Piercing - tragus piercing - Piercing Near Me - San Diego, California

I had an amazing experience here getting my eyebrow pierced. The place is beautiful and clean, everyone was very friendly and the service itself was fast and not very painful (given it was an eyebrow piercing). I highly recommend this place for piercing needs id you want somewhere clean, welcoming, and not expensive with high quality work. read more

Apogee Body Piercing - My eyebroww - Piercing Near Me - San Diego, California

My daughter wanted to get her ears pierced, so went here based on all the great Yelp reviews. The guy at the counter was a but salty, but Jacob, who pierced her ears, was wonderful - very professional, patient and kind. He also took the time to make sure he was putting the piercing in the best spot, and asked for her input before he did it. He explained the after care thoroughly, and let us know that all the info is on their website, too. They have attractive, high quality earrings. Note that you need to book reservations in advance, on their website, and if you are bringing a minor, you both need ID; see their website for details. She now wants additional ear piercings, and when we do, we'll be coming back here and asking for Jacob! read more

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I was able to book a same day appointment for a re-piercing of my nostril. Such an awesome set of people and very professional.

Condescending af. What I wanted was simple: help me taper a 14g barbell into a tongue piercing I've had since 1994. It's been out for a few years so the hole has narrowed, but not closed. When they told me they would not use my existing jewelry because it was externally threaded, I accepted that. For some reason the man I was talking too didn't even suggest that I might purchase new jewelry, so another guy chimed in to quote me a price with new jewelry. I found the price acceptable. But then the first guy told me they don't use anything smaller than 12g for tongues. I said well it's not a new piercing, I just want what I had which worked for me for 30 years. I was told "well procedures and standards have changed" Here's why that's bull: I was then told that at home I could try a warm compress and a ton of lube to push it in. So "standards have changed" but "go home and jam the jewelry (that we said is bad) in yourself" is your suggestion? A little contradictory don't you think? I don't know why these two men, who were probably not yet out of diapers the year I got this piercing, want to be such condescending gatekeepers but, as an old friend used to say "I was a punk before you were a punk" so get over yourselves; you're not unique or special. read more

Had my nose done there about 7 years ago. They were so good , I plan on going back today and getting another piercing .

I went in to buy jewelry at 5:54, a transaction that takes no more than 2 mins, but the asshole behind the counter had already closed the drawer and wouldnt sell me anything. If you are closing early then close the front door and don't have an attitude with someone that came to support your business during the posted hours. I didn't make your hours or force you to have that job so save your shitty attitude for something else. Most places that close at a certain time close the drawer at the hour they close, not before. So FYI people, if you want any crap from that store go well before they close or just save yourself a bad experience and go support a more friendly establishment in OB. Drunk? I'm sorry, I do not drink. You guys really are pathetic. Let's not forget there are other bad reviews for your business with the same issue so it's not just me that thought going to your business 5 mins before closing was ok. And it's not just me that you copped an attitude with for doing it. And now making up something that isn't true. Wow! read more

I turned 30. Bleh. Many people look forward to this milestone birthday. I was not one of those people. Quite frankly, I wanted to rebel against it. What better way then a piercing?! I love piercings. I already had 6 and had been thinking about a 7th for quite a while. Years, actually. After some deliberation on the exact one, I finally decided on the rook. I think it's so cute and can easily be hidden under my hair for more "professional" meeting days at work. I have quite sensitive skin and have always had issues with certain jewelry and piercings. The one piercing I never had any problem with though, was my belly button, which was done at Apogee in 2009. So of course, I wanted to get my rook done here too. The shop was just as I remembered it and Evan was so inviting. I'd be lying if I said that tattoo/piercing shops tend to be a little outside of my comfort zone, so I greatly appreciate the comfortable vibe that the Apogee staff gives off. After filling out the necessary paperwork, Evan got a room ready, and I was in there within 10 minutes. He was very particular with marking where the earring should go, he seemed to really take pride in doing a good job. He was very thorough in explaining to me how the process of piercing this part of the ear works and he was so smooth when doing it, that I only felt a slight pinch. It wasn't really sore until I was outside, and the breeze was hitting my ear, but really only hurt for a day or two following. He was even kind enough to get my second piercings on each lobe out as the earring backs had been rusted on the earring and I wasn't able to get them off myself. To add, he also stated, and restated (multiple times), the importance of cleaning a new piercing in order to keep any infection from forming. I just really appreciated how detailed he was. Two great experiences here and if I ever get another piercing (though I think my mother would disown me), I'll definitely be coming to Apogee. read more

Apogee Body Piercing - Rook - Piercing Near Me - San Diego, California

I had to get a MRI about a week ago, which meant removing jewelry from my traguses and lobes after 20 YEARS of never removing them. I (of course) immediately lost the jewelry and didn't remember the sizes and felt face naked. Ruth and the kind person helping her (whose name I never learned) were very patient, professional, and kind. Very worth the trip on a busy Saturday! read more

Disappointed by apogee. I stopped by and got my third lobe piercings about a month ago and opted for their titanium cz stud for my initial jewelry. The jewelry itself probably cost me $100 for the pair and they were extremely poorly made. The front prongs holding the CZ in were cheap and not pushed down, so they kept getting caught in my hair, snagging, and irritating the piercing. In addition, the size mm of the bar of was too short and kept the flat backs pressed too closely against my lobe, which exacerbated the issue (since my hair kept snagging the earring front, and then pulling on my lobe, which was being held too tightly to begin with-thus irritating the piercing further.) The piercing experience itself was fine, but I think that my piercer should have know to give me longer mm posts, and that apogee should not sell such low quality pieces (esp for the absurd $ amount). I literally went to STUDS at UTC and they had to cut out the cheaply made earrings which was PAINFUL and I literally just threw them away. I can't believe that I had a light years way better experience at STUDS compared to apogee, it is insane and totally would think the opposite since it is a mall jewelry place. read more

Coming back to say that two years later, Ruth is still the best! I have been back to Apogee many times. Also Kay (sp?) at the front desk was so sweet. She had great after-care advice and helped me pick out some lovely jewelry. Definitely give them a visit for any piercing and jewelry needs while in San Diego. read more

I had an amazing experience here. I Was a little anxious to get my ears pierced, and the woman at the front desk (I'm sorry I can't remember her name) was really helpful and patient as I selected my earrings. Mark performed my piercing and he was so friendly, calm, chill and was very informative. I felt really comfortable. It was super quick, very low on the pain scale, and they have clear after care instructions. This place is very clean too. Overall I highly recommend! read more

This place is cool. People are super nice and it's got a great vibe. Super clean in the shop, and only professionals work here.

MOST DISRESPECTFUL EMPLOYEES! I went in to get a piercing changed out. They told me it would be $5 to change the piercings. I needed to change two pieces but I wasn't sure on which colour I wanted for the second piece. The piercer said that she didn't have the jewelry for me to see what it would look like for the second jewelry change so I went out to ask the front desk person. Since I went out of the room and back to look, they charged me 3 different times instead of once if I had picked it out first. They didn't tell me this and were super rude about all! I would disclose that once you're in the room you can't look at other jewelry to buy without getting charged more.! The piercer was extremely rude, had 0 customer service skills. I would suggest running past this place and never go here I wish I didn't spend $115 for some shady business. Don't go here! CAME BACK A FEW HOURS LATER AND GOT HARASSED BY THE PIERCER ABOUT POSTING THE COMMENT... DONT BE RUDE IF YOU CANT HANDLE A REVIEW !! SHE WOULDNT TELL ME HER NAME WHEN I ASKED AND TOLD ME "YOU DONT NEED TO KNOW"... BUT ITS THE PERSON WITH THE COLORED HAIR SHE KNOW WHO SHE IS read more

I just had such a positive experience here and wanted to express my gratitude! I had my nose pierced at Apogee 10+ years ago and have been in a few times since for new jewelry, but I previously felt unwelcome in the shop. I remember one time I asked my partner for his opinion on one of the nose rings and was scolded by an employee for asking someone else's opinion since I would be the one wearing it. I felt like the environment was a bit cold and unfriendly previously. I just lost the top piece of my semipermanent nose stud and was desperate for a replacement before my piercing closed. I popped into their shop today (November 6) under and hour before closing and had such warm and friendly assistance! I should have asked the names of those who helped me. The individual at the counter was so kind in giving me honest advice about selecting a new piece of jewelry and the person who helped place the jewelry did a great job. I feel so much more welcome in the shop with these new(er) staff members and will be back! Thank you!! read more

My friends and I had a terrible experience with the front desk person. He was rude, called us mean when we spoke of our request and made multiple people in our party cry. The jewelry was overpriced and I felt very disrespected. That is not a place I would support and give my business too.​ read more

First time trying apogee for piercing . We booked with nick but someone else showed up so I checked their website weeks after and it was their apprentice named Dawson we dont have any idea he was. I booked an appoinment for tragus and helix. He messed up my tragus so I took the piercing off and let it healed . Now I noticed the helix are crooked it looks ugly with stud earrings, you could see the backing on the side view. Ugghhh !! Im so disappointed. read more

Okay so Mark gets 4 stars from me. He was gentle, genuine and got right down to business.... This two star review is for Nick who roughed my sister and I up while piercing our nose... this dude is an effing masochist and should not be working in any establishment unless you want to get your fucking nostril borderline ripped off... It really sucks when you know a great person works there who is good af and one guy is all it takes to ruin an establishment. read more

I wanted to right this review because my previous visit a couple years ago was not great at all, staff was super cold and unwelcoming. I had brought my newborn in for an ear piercing and they really were not friendly at all however they did do a decent job with the actual piercing. I get not everyone is super stoked at piercing a newborn because it is difficult but they still should keep in mind customer service. It's hard enough as a mom watching your baby get pierced, that doing so in a cold and unwelcoming environment makes it 10x worse. With all that being said I was SUPER hesitant to come back to this spot for my second child's newborn piecing. However I am SO glad I did! My experience was exact opposite of before. Front staff was a doll! Super sweet and informative. Our piercer Nicholas was so great. Newborns are tough and He was SUPER patient, friendly and did an amazing job with the piercing. I definitely will be back. Thank you Apogee!! read more

Apogee deservers more than 5 stars for professionalism, friendliness, sanitation, jewelry selection, ambiance, and safety. I've been pierced a number of places.. naval, nipples, various parts of my ears. This is the spot! Every person who works here is great. You can't go wrong with any one on the staff. True, the prices are not comparable to a typical tattoo shop or Claire's, but this is a specialty PIERCING shop. You get what you pay for. And if I'm being honest, there are places that are more expensive (ahem *Enigma*) for no good reason. read more