Not trans safe. I chose this studio because I'm a trans woman and thought I would be safe with their LGBTQ staff. Unfortunately, I was repeatedly misgendered during both of my visits; even after filling out the intake form with my pronouns, wearing a large pronoun pin, and gently correcting staff. I didn't feel respected or safe as a client. Sharing this so other trans folks can make an informed choice about where to go. read more

What a wonderful experience!!! I booked my appointment that morning for that afternoon and was greeted with compliments and friendly faces. I was already nervous as getting pierced can be a little uncomfortable and I felt right at ease. My piercer, sam, was knowledgeable and professional. The jewelry selection is stunning and I highly recommend for anyone wanting a new beautiful addition. Thank you!! read more

These people are very professional and knowledgeable about their craft. They were quite kind and patient with me, especially since I had a ton of questions. (I can try anyone's patience with my descent into rabbit-holes!) But after all of my questioning, and their matching stamina, I am very happy with the results. Perfection. Sheer perfection. Follow the instructions they provide and don't Google looking for a fast-track for healing times. Just follow their clear instructions and you will be delighted with the results. And, they are EXTREMELY available to answer any questions you may have or to take a look to make sure things are healing as they ought. Nothing but encouragement to reach out and ask for more guidance, which they are happy to provide. All in all, The Powers That Be is a superb place to have a piercing performed, and a wonderful, very positive experience for those who don't know too much about much. I will certainly recommend TPTB to anyone who may be interested in having The Powers That Be perform their piercing. They know what they are doing and they will gladly and comfortably walk you through anything you (or mostly my!) neurotic mind can throw their way. If you're looking for a piercing, do your due diligence and investigate all the studios around. I'm sure that The Powers That Be will impress you as much as they did me. And I live in Portland, FFS! This area is the piercing capitol of the US! I chose them because I know a good studio when I witness it. P.S. Parking was ample. (Sorry to Simpsons fans, I just had to!) read more

I had an appointment with Rachael AMAZING 100000/10 experience. I felt safe, comfortable, informed, and respected. I recently got my VCH and nipples pierced (fully naked) and Rachael made it a seemless process. Rachael took plenty of time explaining the piercing process, had a great breathing rhythm, informed me throughout the entire appointment, asked for consent, and just made it a relaxing and comfortable experience. I will always go back to Rachael for piercings moving forward. I can't add photos but what I can say, if you are ever considering getting the VCH I've had my ears, nose, nipples and now my VCH pierced and it's the easiest piercing ever! read more

Everyone was so sweet and caring and was very thorough of explaining what was going on so that I felt really cared for and included in the situation of having the piercings done! Will come back again to get more piercings from them. Love this place we went here for my daughter's birthday to have her nose pierced, and she is absolutely in love with her piercings thank you guys for everything that you do and being who you are read more

I just happened to google piercing places and this came up. first off: street parking, make sure you get there a lil early to find parking. there are two doors to the place, use the right one (when facing the building) of it is locked, they are finishing up with another client and they will be with you shortly. I got my septum and second, right side nostril pierced. I am glad I choose them. I had Rachael, she was amazing. She helped me pick out jewelry and made sure I was okay the total price. she explained every step of the process which was very much appreciated and the after care instructions were given on paper, verbally, and she send an email as well. they also have you do an update in a month around the time that you have to get your jewelry shortened. definitely recommend this place and will go back for any other piercings. read more

Rachael was so awesome!! She made me feel so calm and relaxed and made everything so easy for me so I could just get my septum piercing done and not worry about anything else. Would 100% go back here :) read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - My new septum piercing! - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

My friend and I went in for some ear piercings out on a whim and they had availability for both of us! Everyone was very nice and professional, Rachael was our piercer and did a great job with not only our piercings but also everything in between! read more

I got my conch pierced here and Rachel was amazing! Thoughtful, respectful, professional and very calming! She explained every step of the process and just had really great energy! I am so happy about my experience here! read more

Absolutely wonderful- the piercer was so patient and calm it made getting my dimples so easy and enjoyable. I was so nervous but he made it so fun. He answered all my questions, went through the whole process before beginning and outlined the pros and cons to make my decision so worth it. Also, he was down to do check ups and if there were any problems in the healing process he was open to help. Shop is one of the CLEANEST places I've been to, and the staff is super nice. Definitely would rate this higher if I could! read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Cheek peircings - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Had my philtrum pierced over the weekend and I'm so glad I decided to come here for my first facial piercing. Mateo hooked me up and took his time for every step which I highly appreciated. They take sanitary processes here very seriously and sanitize everything in a machine in front of you that is then tested on a little strip to show its sanitized. He went over and over with the position of where he thought would be perfect for me and made sure I was okay with the placement before we began. I was super nervous beforehand but talking to him and the owner, Kellan, helped me feel more comfortable. Also the jewelry they sell here are beautiful, I was overwhelmed with all the options especially because I came in thinking I'd have to have a basic silver ball. This is the spot and Mateo is the man! Definitely coming back for future work read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Fresh philtrum by Mateo Way - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

After months of my husband and I talking about me getting my VCH piercing, I decided to do it while he was at annual training for the national guard to surprise him...I was a nervous wreck, went in shaking, and scared more because of body insecurities than anything. Rachel immediately made me comfortable and feel at ease. She was so personable and comforting. Left feeling amazing and more confident. So I referred my husband and we just got back from him getting his apadravya done. It was a personal one on one amazing experience highly recommended. We will gladly drive the 40 minutes out of our way for any of our piercing needs. Customers for life. read more

I went in a few weeks ago for some ear piercings and had a great experience. Everyone was nice, the space is very clean and they have a nice selection of jewelry. I definitely will continue to go back! read more

Amazing experience right here in Vancouver! Love my new conch piercing. Kellan and Jennifer are the perfect piercing pair. Jennifer offers advice ensuring the perfect jewelry for your piercing. Some of my favorites are from BVLA and the quality speaks for itself. Kellan has a ton of experience, certifications and industry knowledge. He's worked on both coasts and has an avid following. He's simply the best! I've had my conch and lobes pierced and appreciate the time Kellan spent explaining the process from start to finish. My daughter has had three piercings and my 11 year old niece had her ears pierced while visiting this summer. She's still talking about the fun experience that is The Powers That Be Piercing. read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Kellan is a caring piercer and just a super rad guy. He did a double nostril piercing for me and took the time to make sure everything looked perfectly balanced from all angles. The piercing itself was stress free and he gave great tips on keeping it clean so it healed quickly and properly. But let's talk about the bling... this shop has beautiful, quality jewelry! Awesome space, great tunes, pinball, super rad people. I love my nose bling and will definitely see Kellan again for future piercings! Thanks again, Kellan! read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Mateo was excellent!!! I took two of my daughters to get their ears pierced here. I was truly impressed with the professionalism of the shop. The piercing was done 2 weeks ago and the girls have not experienced any negative side effects. I would recommend this shop to anyone. Mateo was patient with all of our questions. He was also extremely kind to my 12 year old who had a bit of anxiety about the whole process. My other daughter is ready to back for a second piercing. read more

Excellent customer service, Kellan is a total pro. They have a beautiful selection of jewelry and the custom pieces are stunning. A friend highly recommended this shop to me and I highly recommend to you! read more

I've put off my review for SO LONG only because there is just one employee that is always there when I go in for jewelry or piercings. She is really unfriendly and not approachable at all. This place has been my go to for ALL my piercings and jewelry options. I love supporting them because they are a small business and my ear set ups are based off their jewelry options. Their jewelry never make my ears break out which is why I love them. I've spent a lot of money and time here, but the employee that I always get that helps me pick out my next piece doesn't help me out at all. She's always on an ipad, or seems ditsy and not approachable like she either hates working, or has some sort of problem with me? I didn't want to spend 500$ on just one piece of jewelry and it was like pulling teeth for her to help me pick a piece in my price range. The piercer ended up coming out and was like shes got gold in her ear don't we have like a simple gold hoop option? (Since I was getting my daith pierced my jewelry options I had was limited) Then the receptionist was like oh ya. But it's just like why couldn't you have mentioned that? She doesn't go above and beyond for me at all. I've brought my mom and my friend here and they both said that she's not nice and not genuine. I appreciate Kellens work and his business but I just start to question do they really appreciate my time and my money to support them? I just think if you're having a receptionist be your point of contact and the face of your company they should be fully knowledgeable on ALL your jewelry options and to be able to give advice or recommendations for other jewelry pieces. I don't want to look elsewhere but I may if I keep having the same issues with this particular employee. read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Daith piercing with Gold hoop jewelry option - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

I stopped in here on a drive from Seattle to Los Angeles as I had an ear piercing that had fallen out and a needed a backing replacement. Everyone inside was super helpful, especially considering I was a walk in with no appointment. The employee who helped me even helped fit me for the right size and length and helped put the jewelry back in my ear. The shop was super cute and very clean and sanitary. Prices were extremely reasonable as well! Overall great experience and if I am ever in the area again I would absolutely stop back in. read more

My teenage granddaughter wanted to get her nose pierced so we started doing research. I found The Powers that be and read their reviews and about the business and it all sounded pretty legit. Was able to make an appt pretty quickly with Mateo, and he was the best. We spent time discussing the whole experience and after care etc. He put her at ease, and the piercing itself went well. A big thank you to Mateo for the great service read more

I had an appointment with Matteo for a nostril piercing. This was hands down the best piercing experience I ever had. Matteo was completely professional, incredibly friendly and kind and patient. The friend I went with and myself were both very nervous and Matteo helped us both feel comfortable and completely at ease with the whole process. From the time we entered the shop to when we left, our time there was fantastic. The shop is impeccably clean and beautifully decorated. The actual piercing rooms are bright and lovely. The sterilization process was amazing and way more than I had anticipated which helped ease some of our anxiety. The actual piercing itself was only a tiny bit painful and Matteo was great, telling us when to breath and answered all of our questions. The single tear is no joke . I highly recommend this shop and Matteo. I cannot wait to go back for a few more piercings! read more

The staff is amazing. The energy in this shop is uplifting and fun! Great service. They listen and make sure you get exactly what you want. I'm hooked, I'll be going here for all my jewelry and piercing needs. I asked for an 18g rose gold hoop for my conch and Kellen enthusiastically went above and beyond for what I wanted and I'm so happy on how it turned out. read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Conch piercing - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Extremely professional and knowledgeable staff with plenty of jewelry options for the appropriate piercing. Room was private, clean, and very tranquil Incase of first timers. No pressure, super easy on my nostril. After care instructions are clear and concise. And recommend 1 month after care appointment to monitor healing. Take advantage of people who also care about your health. I assume they also make custom jewelry from the hardware in the shop. I would recommend these folks due to there involvement in after care which means they care about their work!!! This place talked me out of purchasing jewelry online because they were more concerned about care and fit. I will only spend my money here for jewelry and piercings! Just got my tragus done the other day. This place is top notch, professional, and clean. And most importantly they are super concerned with quality!! read more

Wonderful experience all around. Not a complicated appointment I just did a jewelry change for 4 new piercings with Heidi and she was super friendly, patient with all my questions & efficient. The whole Vibe of the shop is really great. The online appointment booking is easy and I was able to get same day appointment. Highly recommend read more

I made an appointment with Matteo to get a nostril piercing to reopen. The space was clean, beautiful and peaceful. Matteo explained the process and sanitary measures step by step which eased my anxiety. I can't speak highly enough about Matteo's warmth and kindness, he was truly a pleasure to work with. I recommend this business to anyone seeking a positive piercing experience. read more

You can't give anything but 5 stars or I would've picked ten! Kellan will take the time to listen to your ideas and he also makes suggestions. He doesn't rush you and wants to be sure you are happy. It doesn't matter if you are a first timer or still nervous when getting your 10th piercing he will talk you through it and ease your mind. Fabulous assortment of jewelry to pick from. The welcoming lobby of this very clean, professional top notch shop will confirm right away that you've picked the right place for your special body art! I will be flying back up for the nose piercing we discussed. Jennifer is at the counter ready to show you anything and she has great ideas. You just have to come in and prove me right. read more

I've already been here TWICE in the span of two months. The studio is super clean and Kellan was so nice and insightful into the whole process. I've found my go to piercing spot! read more

Kellan is honestly the best! I was sooo scared to get dermal anchors, especially after reading things and watching videos. He answered all my questions and talked me through the process. He made it so easy and made sure I was comfortable, which I really appreciate. He great and totally gasses you up, making you feel like you can do anything read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Shout out to the newest piercer here - Mateo Way! I had the pleasure of taking my mom for her first piercing at an actual piercing shop last weekend. Mom got her first piercing (helix) and I got my third (second helix) from this shop. In the past Kellan has done my piercings and is, of course, awesome. But Sunday it was Mateo's first day and he did both Mom's and my piercings. We had a great experience, beginning to end, and I look forward to booking Mateo again in the near future! Mateo is kind, funny, and caring in his approach with his art. I love knowing that I am going to a clean, honest shop, with genuine people. read more

I was sooo scared to get my nostril pierced and thought I'd wind up chickening out. But once I walked in the doors Kaylyn was so sweet and chill - she took her time showing me jewelry options and promised the piercing was an easy one. Once in the room she showed me that everything was sterilized, and how they check. That made me feel like I picked a great, clean place to get my new hole. She made me laugh and walked me through the piercing and before I knew it, I was smiling in the mirror at my new jewel :) Thank you Kaylyn & TPTB! You guys rock! read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Left nostril - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Can't believe this piercing business is in my hometown! If it weren't I'd travel to see these two amazing humans! Kellan is currently the only APP certified piercer in Vancouver! Jennifer works the front end and always warmly greets you with a smile. She's always so happy to help answer any questions you may have. She has taken so much time helping me make jewelry decisions. They both will answer all your questions without ever making you feel like you need to make an on the spot decision or a purchase. Kellan's professional experience is vast, although he would never brag on himself. Let his piercing do the talking! He takes his time to explain the process to you while making you feel comfortable. You never have to worry about the safety of the piercing or sanitation as it goes through a thorough sterilization process. He takes the time to discuss aftercare and healing process. He even encourages clients to come in for any questions or if they need jewelry changed for no charge. You can tell that he genuinely loves this profession. From beginning to end it's a one of a kind experience. I been in for 4 piercings from Kellan and probably a dozen or so visits, with plans for more in the future :) read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - The Powers That Be ROCKS! - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

This place is Awesome! Everyone was kind, informative and supportive of my nerves. I was very scared to get my daith pierced but Kellan was amazing!! He talked me through the whole thing, helped calm my nerves with his great personality and did a wonderful job on the piercIng. I highly recommend Kellan and I will be going back to him for future piercings. I am so thankful for his kindness and support, as well as the rest of the staffs. The place was also so clean too and organized too! I felt confident that I was safe and in good hands. read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Daith piercing - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

My daughter went to get her ears pierced this past week, and it was overall a great experience. Kellan is amazing with kids. My daughter is seven and was a little bit nervous, but also very excited. Kellan had her laughing as she was getting her ears pierced, which I definitely would qualify as a success! Kellan was was there perfect mix of friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. My teenage son was happy too, because he could play pinball and not be involved in the piercing! Great space and amazing people. Highly recommend! read more

For starters, my piercer was very condescending and talked to me like I was too dumb to understand what was being said to me. Fine, I can overlook that. Then came the price gouging. Fine, another thing to overlook. But when you purposely sit way below me at in angle in which you cannot see what you're doing, pierce me incorrectly and then have to repierce me I have a problem. The healing process was much more painful as I had an open hole right next to a fresh piercing. (I got a septum by the way). If you're looking for a good piercing shop, I don't recommend this and I really don't recommend going to Kellan. read more

Awesome experience! Fun and informative staff! Took time to explain their sanitation process! Very nice! read more

I took my friend in to get her lip pierced. I am thoroughly versed in piercings and being pierced, I have been pierced many times and I have never seen someone be so bad at their job. They did not use a clamp to pierce her vertical labret. The FIRST time the girl pierced it IT WAS CROOKED and the bar was too short and my friends lip had completely swallowed the piercing. So my friend goes back in and ask for a longer bar. The piercer says the bar is long enough and then tells her to leave and that she can't have it removed and get a refund because "it's her livelihood". My friend hated it and was unhappy so I go back in with her and when we come back, all of the sudden the girl who did the piercing thinks it's crooked and then tells my friend "It's crooked because of your face". THEN she goes to get a longer bar and repierce it and clamped her top lip and could NOT screw the ball on. This piercer was rude and had such a bad attitude on top of that. She botched my friends lip and got the needle stuck in her lip both times it was pierced!!! Also said some rude stuff to my friend about her hearing aids when piercing her. Do not go here. read more

From a super clean, cool space, helpful, kind, knowledgeable staff, and little details like having a space for preferred pronouns on the paperwork, this is the best piercing experience I've ever had in my life! I wish I could give more than 5 stars, I cannot recommend The Powers That Be more! Kellan is the absolute best! He talks you through everything, makes sure you're comfortable, and makes the entire process so easy. Check them out, I promise you won't be disappointed read more

The Powers That Be Body Piercing - Septum piercing - Piercing Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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I am so glad I was recommended this location from my old piercing shop in Beaverton. My dog had ripped out my nose ring jewel last night and I was able to walk in and get my jewel replaced quickly! Thank you guys for helping me out I really appreciate it! I now will be recommending anyone to you. Merry Christmas read more

I got my doubles here and this place is great. The woman at the front desk was super friendly and so we're both of the piercers I interacted with. It's very clean. You definitely get what you pay for here and it's worth it. I really recommend this place. read more

I have been a returning customer multiple of times , I have been getting pierced by Kellan twice. Has the best customer service and fun personality and great experience in the industry of body modification. However for this review I'm a little upset due to me booking an appointment for a vertical Labret, and I wrote specifically in the notes that I had my Ashley piercing done prior and took it out , that being said I had that piercing for well over 2 and a half years. As I drove in , waited for it be exactly 3:30 my appointment time I was great by a gal, who I have NOT ever been pierced by before but her personality was dry, and not friendly it made me uncomfortable, they proceeded to ask me what I wanted and in which they called me earlier to fill out the waiver before appointment they should have seen the notes that said I had my Ashley piercing and I took it out, now I'm in the shop and they proceed to say, "when did you take it out" I said when and they had said "I don't feel comfortable piercing that area again " "it needs time to heal" heal? It's healed do you mean close ? so that whole interaction was confusing, when they had said they didn't feel comfortable I said I'm pretty upset due to the fact my time has now been waisted and I drove over here when you called me earlier to do the waiver you should have asked me when I took the Ashley piercing so my time and gas was waisted. They then said we'll I'm sorry but kellan is here in Tuesday's so you can book it yourself when you leave in like two weeks from today. How about say let's get you booked before you leave so you have a reserved time and I'm very sorry for this inconvenience. I just wasn't pleased and I do not want to in the future be pierced by this person. read more