RAW Body Piercing

I had lobe piercings back in the day, but I'd let them close years ago. My previous piercing…read moreexperiences were from a piercing gun, and it was traumatic and never healed well, so I knew I wanted to go the needle route this time. Went in to browse their earring selection, made an appointment, and got it done with Maggie. She was very knowledgeable, answered all my questions, and was very patient through the whole process. Barely felt anything, and piercing is healing very well! Best experience ever. I've gotten lots of compliments since and have been recommending them to everyone!

She was lovely and helpful. Made me feel great about the entire experience. I'd go to her again.read more

Flat/faux rook piercing w/ 14k yellow gold threadless end (4mm lapis lazuli)

Beautiful conch piercing with 14k Leaf topper.

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Perception Studios

5.0(2 reviews)

3.4 mi

I got my navel done yesterday and she did such a great job! It was fast and easy process. The…read morepiercer was very clean and thorough when it came to sanitizing. I have little to no swelling/pain (hope it stays that way lol) and I love my piercing. It was my first time doing anything piercing so having had a good experience meant a lot to me. 10/10 recommend.

This is THE BEST studio in the city. The owner is super sweet and super helpful. She has the best…read morejewelry options that are top notch quality. She is very professional and the shop is clean and hygienic. This piercing studio is an amazing woman-owned business. If you're looking to get pierced then PERCEPTION is the place to go!

Nostril Piercing With Gold Internally Threaded Titanium Labret + 2mm CZ Top.

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Back To School Earlobe Piercings With Titanium 4mm CZ Earring Studs.

Knotty Headz Tattoos & Piercing

2.7(27 reviews)

4.4 mi

I got the snake eye piercing 9/22/24 and it's healed very nicely. Quickly done. Definitely painfulread more

I got a couple tattoos here when I was young and dumb. I was looking for a water color style and…read moregot some sea turtles on my arm. At first the colors were. Vivid but it sledding stay looking good and I got it covered up. Another one was a really poorly done mermaid that I also had covered up. And really dumb... my ex's name. I had it lasered. The quality is just poor... but it's also cheap. So I imagine they attract young people who don't know better and then have many regrets later. I was one of them.

Sunday (the day i got it)

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Purple Lotus Tattoo Shavons

4.2(13 reviews)

8.6 mi•Shandon

•$$$

Shavon is amazing, from my first ever tattoo 7 years ago to my most recent one this month, every…read moreexperience has been fantastic! She is so skilled at making your ideas come to life first on paper and then as your tattoo! Always exceeds my expectations! Highly recommend!

Shavon helped me design my new red dragon tattoo. She was fast, gentle and it looks awesome!…read moreCouldn't have picked anyone better to do my work.

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Hiz and Herz Body Piercing Lounge

3.7(3 reviews)

8.9 mi

The guy who did my piercing seemed extremely nice and professional, however the quality of the…read morepiercing was not too good. Upon going to another piercer, they said my cartilage had been pierced sideways, pierced with a fake metal, also too short of a bar, and i may be developing cauliflower ear due to the quality of the jewelry. I hate to leave a review like this, but i just feel the jewelry i was pierced with was not good quality whatsoever. The shop itself seemed clean and looked fine.

the lady who pierced me was so kind and professional! the place is also so cute and everything was…read moreclean and sterile. also so much cheaper than nearby piercers. definitely go here

Black Widow Tattoo

1.0(1 review)

7.8 mi

Had an appointment scheduled for a deal that included an anime style I picked out and creative…read morefreedom by the owner Andre. Two days before the appointment I was contacted by the assist Alia who happens to also be the owners wife. She asked to confirm my appointment and I stated I am still coming but would love to see the design that the artist came up with. As you can see in the photos I was given the most unprofessional experience simply for asking about the design. The assistant stated if I don't like the design or wanted to change it the price would go from $600 to $1200-$1600. Ridiculous when all I wanted was to see what the design was. They claimed I will see before tattoo but couldn't tell me when. I said they were unprofessional and my appointment was cancelled and I was blocked on all social medias. Sucks when all I wanted was a tattoo and to know what exactly would permanently be on my body. Please view the communications I had with the assistant. Got my deposit back, that was the only upside. Horrible customer service

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Alize G.

30

1

2

5 years ago

I do recommend raw body piercing! The vibe soon as I walked in was cool, relaxed, and positive. Please forgive me for not remembering her or his name! but the young lady in the front was very helpful! The young man who helped me pick out the jewelry for my 2 piercings was also ever helpful. What I got done today were both Tragus (on the Cartilage) and 1 Daith on the left side. I personally did schedule my appointment, But they do offer walk-ins! Greg is awesome!!! If you like a good distracting conversation, and awesome results he's the guy. I will be coming back definitely to get a couple more piercings !! Thank Y'all Again. I also purchased 3 sets of titanium stud earrings for my earlobe holes and my sons. I've had them in for about 5 hours or so now and haven't had to take them out. Other metals to us cause itching, area red, or feeling hot but these titanium stud are amazing! read more

Lisa Maria M.

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1

2

3 years ago

I took my daughter here to get a surprise nose piercing (she had wanted one since she was 10, finally 14 so I thought, "why not?"). I chose Raw Body Piercing because of all the great reviews I read online. I'm so glad we came here! Jon was the professional who pierced my daughters nose. I couldn't have selected anyone better to pierce my daughter. Jon was relaxed, relaxing, intelligent and patient. Jon ensured the jewelry was well sanitized and explained after care thoroughly. Jon answered all of our questions and made us feel so comfortable. I want to get nose piercing myself and I will be requesting Jon for sure! Over all this was a great experience. Booking our piecing appointment online was easy, but they do accept walk-ins. Very clean environment and nice selection of jewelry. Can't wait for our next piercing here! Thanks Jon, and thanks Raw Body Piercing! read more

Alexis H.

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4

1

5 years ago

I went in today to get my navel pierced and was a little scared because I'm a bigger girl and was afraid they would say no. so I got there and the place was super clean, they were so nice and professional. the piercer was very patient with me when I wanted to change the placement, and so kind. I told him I was nervous and he had Greg come hold my hand and it actually wasn't as painful as I thought it was gonna be, but he did an amazing job, and it turned out perfect. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to get a piercing, and I will definitely be going back in the future. read more

Riaunna R.

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1

0

3 years ago

I love getting my pierced at Raw the vibes are good and everything is so clean. Kat is my favorite piercer hands down I love her she's done just about all of my piercings it's always over just as quick as it starts and she puts up with me and I love her for that. The whole team brings good energy, if you're in Columbia and looking to get a piercing Raw should literally be the only place you should be thinking about going. read more

jassy j.

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1

0

3 years ago

I have had three piercing done by Kat and all my experiences was great . She made sure to sterilize before and after . She made sure i knew about the after care process . She was very informative about what she was going to do and what would be the best products to use . The building was very clean and it was a comfortable setting ! I will definitely recommend her to others for all their piercing needs .. she was awesome read more

Aaliyah H.

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1

0

3 years ago

the lady at the front with the tounge piercing was super welcoming and nice!! she even ended up holding my hand lol.. Jonathan was a 10/10 experience he throughly walked me through the process and the aftercare to the point all my questions were answered before i got a chance.. he made great small talk that made me forget i was even nervous . quick and easy place to go for a piercing !! def coming back read more

Jane H.

Elite 23

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4 years ago

I've been here a few times over the years and have had a great experience each time. I've gotten my nose pierced three times now at this location (I let it close occasionally). The establishment is clean and the staff is always polite and helpful. I've never had any issues with my piercings and aftercare instructions are always clear. I would certainly recommend! read more

Logan A.

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1

0

3 months ago

Josie was absolutely fantastic. She really helped me by ensuring if my piercings had closed or not, and really saved me a lot of money. She was also really patient and friendly when helping me choose new jewelry and incredibly professional when putting the new jewelry in. Would absolutely recommend Raw to anyone getting a piercing in Columbia! read more

Talia W.

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0

5 years ago

The shop was clean, well decorate, and bright. The piercer had very good energy and did my piercings quickly. She also had a very good personality!! If you're getting a new piercing this is the place to go!! The signup is quick and easy, they take time to answer question! I would recommend this place before any other! 10/10 read more

Kyler H.

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4 years ago

Raw is the only place I trust to put holes in my body! My mom and I have been going here for piercings since it's first location was opened. Greg is at Raw 2 over on Broad River Road and he and Reagan are the only two I trust to pierce me. Customer service is fantastic, prices are fair, and everyone knows what their doing. read more

Dolores-Carlos S.

13

4

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3 years ago

Our piercer was Emily, she completed a total of 5 piercings between my daughter and I. she was able to get us in and out. she was precise, easy hand and professional. The salon was clean and well managed. I liked that they had a variety of options for jewelry. We will definitely see Emily at RAW in the future. read more

Olivia M.

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5

3

6 years ago

Raw is great! Reagan and Emily are so nice and caring! I originally came to them when a piercing done by someone else went wrong, and they provided me with great info on how to take care of everything and saved the piercing. I later came back for a new piercing and had a great experience. Love this place! read more

Monica W.

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1

0

3 years ago

Honestly, I've been to plenty of tattoo and piercing shops and by far my best experience was here. I went in here cause I needed a piercing to make me feel better about my life and ended up meeting Greg. He is one of the best people I have ever met and is an amazing piercer. 10/10 better than Claire's. read more

Gumb E.

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2

0

3 years ago

Fantastic store and staff! Greg is THE MAN! Homeboy's got a ton of skills, is super personable, makes you feel really comfortable, takes time to explain the process of piercing and healing; I literally can't say enough good things about him. 10/10 would get pierced by Greg again read more

Lara P.

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1

0

3 years ago

Emily was my piercer and she was absolutely fantastic. I have a rough time getting piercings because of my anxiety and she made me feel so much better about life. I highly recommend this place because it has very friendly piercers and the quality and pricing is so good. 10/10 read more

Alise J.

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2

0

4 years ago

They are so clean and professional!! I went with a friend for the first time and i was pleasantly surprised! It's so cute with the pink and the employees were so kind and helpful, they really made me feel less nervous. Definitely will be coming back :) read more

Caitlin W.

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1

0

5 years ago

I had my second lobe piercings done at RAW and they did such a great job! I had them done by Kat and Greg and both were so kind and made the piercings as painless as possible. The process was very sanitary and easy! I highly recommend going to RAW. read more

Jess L.

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1

0

4 years ago

Love it here! Just got a new conch piercing and my tragus changed with Jonathan and it was great! Been here before for piercings and have never had any complications. All of their staff is friendly and it's quality piercings for a good price! read more

Holly C.

5

2

0

4 years ago

This place is AhhhMaaaaZiing!!! Only place my daughter and I will come for Piercings and Jewelry Changes. I've gotten 10+ piercings here at #RAWBodyPiercing: my daughter has gotten 5+ and more are on our agenda. Ask for Jonathan. read more

Jarodene F.

0

7

2

4 years ago

Jonathan did my 6 mo baby's ear piercing. He was very friendly, professional and PATIENT. My baby was having a long day and was very fussy, but Jonathan was very calm and tried his best to talk him through it. Highly recommend! read more

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