I have been going to HTC for my piercings for the past 7 years and they are always great. I see a lot of reviews complaining about the long wait time and/or their pricing. They are busy and can be pricey because everything they do is quality. Every piercer is knowledgeable and their jewelry is high quality. I have had the same CZ stud in my forward helix for 7 years and it looks the same as the day it was put in - yes it wasn't cheap but it's been in for 7 years with no signs of needing to be replaced. I got two more lobe piercings and my mid helix done earlier this week and I greatly appreciated how safe they are being with Covid. I was the only person in the shop, I was required to wear a mask, and only the girl at the front desk and the piercer were working - both were wearing masks too. You book your appointment online and they keep the door locked until your appointment and lock it behind you so no one can walk in. They are also sanitizing between appointments and confirm with you that you have no Covid symptoms and that you also have not been around someone with Covid. You also agree to a temperature check at the discretion of your piercer when booking your appointment online. I have mistakenly forgotten my piercers name but she was excellent and I hope to work with her again for more. She was kind and sweet and genuinely interested in how my piercings have healed in the past, did I have trouble with any, etc. Go to HTC if you are looking for quality work, great jewelry, and a kind staff. A wonderful local place to support during tough times. Also - always tip your piercer!! read more

I came here after researching some other shops, and im sure glad I came here! It was my first facial piercing (eyebrow) and i was obnoxiously worked up. Kevin called me back and gave me step by step instructions on what he was going to do. I was worked up over nothing! He freehand pierced my eyebrow and it was so quick and easy. I recommend this place over any other. Amazing service, super friendly workers. read more

HTC Studios - Tempe - Eyebrow Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

They are Super nice and helpful! Really patient also!!! I would recommended this place to anyone who would like a new piercing or tattoo or only new jewel! :) Really satisfied! read more

Everyone is super nice and made me feel very comfortable, only issue is they are way overpriced. I have many piercings from many different shops and I've never been charged so much. I only went to get the most basic jewelry switched and it was soooo expensive. Otherwise, great experience. read more

clean, safe, and incredibly professional. got my medusa there and they did the placement like 4 times! i appreciated that so much, and it came out perfectly centered above my lip. definitely coming back for more! read more

Bobby was amazing! He set me at ease and walked me through the whole process. He provided helpful suggestions and I took his advice and I love the results! The gal at the front desk was super nice and helped me pick out the perfect jewelry. I highly recommend this shop. read more

Check in process was a little formal and detached. Very safe process though for piercing minors. Piercer was wonderful - friendly, patient, informative. A very comfortable exchange. Price depends on the jewelry chosen. My kid spent almost $100 for second ear piercing. read more

This shop is pretty sweet, was just looking to finally get my stud changed out for a hoop and it was done very professionally and quick. Though I don't like the opened c shape (fell out completely two nights in a row) ill be back for different jewelry read more

I love it here! And all the safety measures they put in place since COVID-19 is impressive!

The waiting took forever. I was there for 1.5 hours. But besides the waiting the actual piercing was amazing! I can see why the wait was so long. I got my daith pierced and I love it!! Kevin is super skilled and he'll take the time to talk to you before the piercing to answer any questions you might have. I love my piercing and will return for future piercings. read more

I went down to HTC to give Christopher C the "further information" he requested. The employees have NO idea who he is or how to get a hold of anyone. Wasted my time twice. A bunch or kids running this place with NO idea of what they are doing. read more

They were very professional and clean. My piercing only took a few minutes and I'm in love with it. The front door was tricky to find, but I'm also not from the area so that may have just been me. read more

The two biggest downsides to this place is how far away it is from the two places I've lived(not their fault obviously) and the expensive pricing. Of course, it's still the only place I've gone to for piercings(besides a Walmart that gunned my ears when i was 10.) The loss of one star goes to the pricing of their jewelry and services, especially since you can't look any of it up online before going in. Obviously it's ranged based on what you want, but a base pricing would be so helpful to have access to knowing before going in(and remember they're far from me!) The four stars goes all to Bobby Lane. He is a helpful, caring and funny piercer. He answers all and any questions you could think up, provides caring reassurance if you have any hesitation or worries. He is humorous in a way that also gives the place a way better atmosphere to it! Bobby has pierced my Septum(cost about $70) Vertical Labret(cost about $60-70) and Paired Tongue(cost $115). The first time i went in there, I wanted my tongue done. After taking a look, he told me he didn't feel comfortable piercing it because it was very short in length and explained everything to me, so I got my septum. Quick and easy. When I went back in for the Vertical, he took so much time trying to make sure he had everything set up so that it was straight, and after the piercing was done he noticed he got slightly off(its barely tilted!) and wanted to take it out, drop all charges and have me come back in at a later time so he could redo it for me.(I didn't care and kept it) It made me feel really nice that he was willing to go so beyond to fix this slight mistake instead of letting me leave and notice it later on. Lastly, just last week in went in to see if a paired tongue would be an option. I went in, he took a look and next thing you know I'm laying down ready to get pierced! And he gave me so much time to prepare myself, again for a minute or two in between to collect myself and then made sure I had a ton of water afterwards before I left. I recommend Bobby to everyone, and beyond just me he also pierced my brothers septum, redid my moms ears for her, one of my friends nipples and another's tongue and labret. He's amazing and extremely trustworthy! read more

I'm new to HTC and come from Evolution body piercing based in Albuquerque New Mexico. I've been here once before getting 2 piercings: a daith and Tragus and both were done nicely. Unfortunately I had to take out the daith after 2 months of having it -nothing at all having it due to how it was pierced from HTC- But I was nervous to come back to the shop to have them look at my ear bc I didn't want to be judged. I went back last night with a couple of friends that were interested in getting something done (but they didn't go through with it). I got a nipple piercing by J.D and it was a GREAT experience! Would 100% recommend. He made me feel totally comfortable and safe, and actually made my friend and I laugh during the experience. He had me look at the placement before we pierced it. I then asked him to give my ear a quick once over and he said it actually looks ok and was healing nicely and told me that all of my worries of being judged and lectured isn't what HTC is about, and to come back immediately for anything that was making me feel uncomfortable. Overall the place was clean and well run for the second visit as much as the first, and on a quick note: nipple piercings aren't actually that bad! 10/10 read more

The people are super friendly and helpful. Clean establishment, reasonable pricing and made it through the long line of people very quickly but in a way that still made you feel important and that you had their attention in that moment. read more

I got my ear and nose pierced by Kevin. Being in the medical profession, I know that there are many microscopic bacteria that can cause infection. Kevin was very sanitary and used aseptic techniques to prevent contamination to and from any foreign objects piercing my skin. He was thorough in explaining how he was going to pierce me (so that I would be prepared) and how to clean and maintain my piercings. Reasonable price for the piercings and my pain level is very minimal as I have been using Kevin's recommended soak and wash techniques every day since the piercing. I love the way it looks on me. I bled a lot with my ear piercing but it was because I realized I tend to lay on that side. I adjusted my sleeping and my ear is doing better now. read more

HTC Studios - Tempe - Got my nose and ear pierced by Kevin. The dog says "don't mess with her". Hehe. - Piercing Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I highly recommend HTC. My 9 year old daughter got her ears pierced today and had a great experience. We made an appointment online so we barely had to wait which was really nice since she was a little nervous. Aubrilynn did her piercing and they look great and she was great at putting my daughter at ease. She even asked her before she did it if she was 100% sure she was ready to make sure she wasn't too scared. The lady at the front desk was also great but I don't remember her name. read more

really nice people!! person at the front was helpful and the piercer made sure the placement was perfect and what i wanted +very nice. place is clean and they take good covid precautions :) will be returning read more

Great service, most def recommend. Clean place and nice people too. Ricky made me feel comfortable although they are on the pricey side

I have taken two people here over the last few years, one to get their _____'s pierced and and the other one got her ____ pierced, (twice actually they had to re-do it over because it migrated). Very professional, and very helpful answering questions and walk you through the process of putting a needle through your skin without anesthesia. Yes the staff may be full of holes, stretched out, and tattooed from head to toe they still do a wonderful job so don't be scared. Who knows maybe someday I'll get a piercing for myself. read more

I absolutely love coming here! Even for a check up or re-size! Its always good vibes and the piercers are so welcoming and comforting! Great to converse with and keep you relaxed. Very professional and clean place. And great customer service and pricing! They also give great advice based on what would look better on you. Highly recommend this place! read more

I have been pierced in very unusual places here. I guess I trust them. Nothing has fallen off yet. read more

I have had three different people pierce my ears, and Ricky at HTC is far and away the best. I'm never going anywhere else. It's not cheap--you might need to budget, depending on the kind of jewelry you get--but you could not ask for better, more careful service. I live in Chicago and I waited to get two piercings I wanted until I was back in Tempe so I could come here. I've been pierced three times here and if I ever want another, you better bet I'll be back. Highly recommend, and I'm sure the other piercers are also superb. read more

On Sunday, I took my 16 year old daughter for her first lip piercing. I also wanted to repierce my upper/outer ear cartilege as my old piercing had closed up. As an RN, I am very cautious about aseptic technique and was immediately impressed by the cleanliness of the entire shop. HTC in Tempe is well lit and CLEAN. Kat was our piercing artist and she was incredibly knowlegeable and proficient. Even though my daughter and I both have high pain tolerances, we were expecting a moderate amount of pain. In the past our piercings were with the 'gun' and those were painful. Kat was talking my daughter through her procedure as I snapped photos (hey, I am a momma!) I was watching my daughter's face for any evidence that this was too much for her. She did not even grimace or furrow her brow. I was duly impressed! Kat thoroughly cleaned the table/tray area before starting my piercing. As Kat was preparing my ear, my daughter commented that she was light headed and nauseated. Kat calmly told her that this sometimes happens and had her lay down. They gave her some apple juice and a nice ice pack for her neck. In a very short amount of time she was all better. Now, it was my turn... I laid down on the table and Kat prepared me for the piercing. She told me to take a deep breath and blow it out... but, I seriously did NOT feel a thing!! I was incredulous... how on earth could a cartilege piercing not hurt at all? I have already planned out my next 4 piercings and Kat will be my girl!! It has been 2 days now and our piercings are doing very well and very minimal swelling to my daughter's lip. Phenemonal after care teaching ensures that your piercings will be able to heal without infection or pain. I will be in again and again for Kat;s piercings! read more

I wanted to get my nipples pierced, and let's be honest, this is a piercing where you gotta do your research on businesses and can't just waltz into a place. I was recommended here from the woman's website who wrote The Piercing Bible. Kat did my piercings and I never felt more comfortable. Of course I was nervous as hell, but she was awesome at reassuring and consoling me, even talking to and walking me through the procedure as it was happening. She never touched me without gloves, and made sure I fully understood the healing process and consequences of not following through with it. I knew this place would have experienced staff, but I was a little blown away at the professionalism of them. They also send you home with aftercare supplies and a followup date so they can check you and make sure you are healing properly. This place is exactly what every piercing business should look and operate like. The general public has this opinion of body modification places being dirty and unprofessional, and I absolutely hate that; it should never, ever be like that! HTC Body Piercing is getting five stars from me because they are exactly what they're SUPPOSED to be--friendly, knowledgeable, and certified professionals working in a clean, sterilized environment. Walking into one of the side rooms to receive your piercing is just like walking into a clinic or doctor's room. There is sterilized equipment, a comfy procedure table, and doctor's recommendation posters about piercings hanging on the wall. Again, this place is exactly what a piercing business should be like. You are getting a PROCEDURE done! Don't walk into a random tattoo shop and have them do it. Go with certified professionals who know exactly what they are doing. Also, I was really impressed with the amount of mother's sitting with their teenagers in the waiting area. I think that a mother's approval speaks for itself. read more

This shop uses clean and safe methods for piercing. They are very knowledgable and are the best place to go for a piercing, but that being said, you are definitely going to spend a little bit of money. That is how it should be for permanent mods like a piercing, go to the best person in town and don't expect it to be cheap. Cheap= infections and bad work. One thing the HTC staff could work on is their attitudes. Some employees are nicer than others, but don't scare off the customer who was unsure about entering your shop in the first place. Be a little more customer oriented and friendly. Thank you. read more

Professional body piercing. That is an important phrase people. Body piercers who are first aid certified, cpr trained and could essentially work in a doctors office. Because these people are putting things under your skin, its important that they know what they are doing! The staff at HTC knows what they are doing. It is one of the most comfortable shops to get piercings done I have ever been. They have awesome jewelry and an awesome ability to explain what goes into a piercing and how the body will react to the damage being done. They do not do tattoos, or use piercing guns, or sell t-shirts, bongs, or any of a hundred other things that I have seen in other grimy piercing places. This place rocks! read more

JACOB IS THE MAN!!!!!!! I felt like being 19 all over again and getting my nose pierced during a trip to Arizona. Jacob knew his shit... I felt like I was the patient for once and he was my nurse. LOL! He knew what he was doing and was thoroughly explaining each and every procedure he was performing (eg. cleaning, sanitizing, etc.). The actual piercing of my nose didn't hurt a bit, just a little pinch. Jacob even knew that one tear was going to roll out of my left eye!!! LOL! I loved the fact that he very was familiar with my hometown in Cali and told me which places to go to for buying more jewelry and which places to avoid (*cough CLAIRE'S *cough). I learned a lot about the aftercare of piercings from Jacob. The rest of the staff was pleasant and very friendly. My piercing was quite pricey; $45 including the nose ring... but they were way cleaner than the place I went to when I first got my nose pierced. Get your piercing(s) done here! Clean, knowledgable and legit place. Jacob will take great care of you!! read more

My experience has generally been really well. Jacob is awesome but not always available. (He's amazing!) Kevin, on the other hand... Do yourself a favor and don't talk politics with him. It's hard for some people to hear that they're white men who have privilege in this society, when they ARE white men (smh). At this point of the conversation he said we were done, changed his attitude and had me leave. I still left a tip for his service but regret going to him. Back to Jacob's services it is. I hope you all have a better encounter with Kevin. It's unfortunate my experience was ruined but it's always a good learning lesson to see where certain establishments stand. read more

I took my daughter here for her 16th birthday so that she could get her ear cartilage pierced. Why on Earth she would want to do this is beyond me. But I figure there are worse things she could be piercing, so I obliged. The place is clean and the staff is great! I like that they thoroughly explained everything to us, and I especially liked that the guy who pierced her ear made her feel comfortable, so much so that she didn't even cry during the piercing (although she did cry afterwards because she was happy). If I ever wanted to get anything on my body pierced (LOL, NOT!), I would definitely go back to HTC! read more

Just got my septum percied, and they took all the precautions and your literally the only customer there during your appointment! All in All definitely the place to be if you need to be percied! read more

What you (might) want/need to know first: HTCs staff is friendly, professional and extremely knowledgeable. Unless you're a jerk you will have a great time getting a hole through your body. HTC is an APP (Association of Professional Piercers) member. One of three shops in the greater Phoenix metro area. Visit - www.safepiercing.org for more info Now with that said I have had several piercings done at HTC on Ash with nothing but wonderful results. I also have had several friends receive piercings here, same results. Their aftercare cards are well laid out and informative. The aftercare products they sell are highly recommended for smooth and quick healing (Satin, H2Ocean, etc). I do not have a negative thing to say. They are great and I will continue to take friends/family and recommend them to random people. read more

Long story short: me and my friend went to a local tattoo shop the other day to get her tongue pierced. But the piercer told us that he couldn't do it because of the veins in her tongue. So I suggested we check out HTC since I've read on yelp that they're the piercing experts. And they certainly are! The piercer (I forget his name) was able to pierce her tongue for her with no problems at all. He was super quick and efficient, although we both thought he was kinda rude.. The guy working at the front desk was super nice though! Aside from that, the only other minor complaint I have is the price; but then again you definitely get what you pay for when you come here; you know you're going to the experts! This place was so busy for a Tuesday. I really couldn't believe how many people still get piercings haha If i ever want to get something pierced I'll definitely be coming back here. read more

The staff is rude! Please go to anywhere else save your time placing an appointment. Save your money. Thank me later.

Went in on my friend's birthday because she wanted her cartilage pierced. I have never been treated so poorly. We called before just to make sure it was ok to come 30 mins before they closed (plenty of time). When we got there Kat, one of the piercers, started making really rude accusations towards us and cursing. We left immediately and went somewhere else. I am extremely disappointed by their unprofessional demeanor and will never go back again. HTC Tempe, you just lost 3 frequent customers. read more

Upon coming into the shop, the experience was professional, quick, & efficient. All of the staff were very personable & my visit was enjoyable. Unfortunately, the outcome of my microdermal piercing was very disappointing. I received my microdermal from J.D. Scott, senior piercer. The piercing was a sternum microdermal & rejected within less than 3 months. I had taken proper care of my piercing & within the 16 piercings I do have, I have never had a problem with rejection or irritation. Upon removal at a different shop, I came to find out that the microdermal had actually been inserted upside down & positioned in a place that is highly prone to rejection. I feel that as a senior piercer, J.D. should have given proper direction for placement for a better outcome during the healing process. I am disappointed with the end results of my dermal & I would not suggest coming to this shop. read more

HTC Studios - Tempe - Piercing by J.D Scott. Rejected within 3 mnths w proper care. Upon removal, found dermal was placed in spot prone to rejection & upside down - Piercing Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Great guys here (there were only guys when I got a piercing here about 2 years ago). They definitely know their stuff, and like all other piercings I've ever had, it didn't get infected, so that's always good. The interior seems pretty barren compared to other places I had checked out, but it's crazy clean as are the tools used. Additionally, immediately after the piercing when I got up, I halfway fainted and my piercer sort of caught me and didn't even try to grope (easily done and I probably wouldn't have realized it until hours later), so major props to him. read more

I had gotten my earlobes pierced in Berkeley, but since I live in AZ now, my piercer from Industrial recommended I go here if I have any problems, need help cleaning or changing out my piercing. When I got back into town, the back of my piercing started to bleed (a lot) and since I've never had any piercings, I didn't know what to do. I drove here yesterday and had them take a look. They were really nice, despite the fact that I didn't have the piercing done there. Andy cleaned up my ears and gave me advice on what to do if it were to happen again. As soon as I left, my ears started to bleed again, so I went back in and they were more than happy to help me (AGAIN) and he got the bleeding to stop and showed me what to do and how to do it so that it wouldn't hurt. They were also really careful and washed their hands and wore gloves. They were suuuuper nice, I was really impressed at how well they treated me! read more

Jacob pierced my nipples and it was painless and he kept me so relaxed! He answered all my questions with confidence and really put me at ease. I had inverted nipples so I was worried they would be harder to pierce but he was so helpful and very experienced. I highly recommend htc very professional. read more

such an amazing experience as always! Always quick and comfortable! I love that the jewelry is such high quality! The shop is always clean!! Jojo (I really hope that's her name) and my piercer, Ricky were so helpful with making my final decision on my jewelry for my doubles! LOVEEE THEM! I also got my nipples pierced a year ago there and I love how knowledgeable everyone is! Never had an infections or issues!!!! book an apt 10/10 would recommend anyone needing any body piercings done!!! read more