Body, Nose Piercings in Melbourne Florida
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Melbourne’s Premier Body, Nose Piercing Studio
Established in 2021, Reef Side Tattoo and Piercings offers The highest Quality of Jewelry for our clients.
We carry the most extensive inventory of Nickel Free jewelry and classically designed A+ grade jewelry in West Melbourne, Florida.
We carry a wide selection for you to choose from.
Surgical Stainless Steel.
Titanium
Niobium
14k/18k/pure gold/rose gold /gold platinum
Platinum
Pure silver
Pure gold
Body, Nose Piercing portfolio
Conch Piercing
Keep in mind that tissue heals from the outside in, so your piercing might look heal a lot sooner — but that doesn’t mean it is.
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your new Conch piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Cyber Bites Piercing
Keep in mind that tissue heals from the outside in, so your piercing might look heal a lot sooner — but that doesn’t mean it is.
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your new cyber bite's piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Daith Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your new Daith piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Angel Bite Piercing
Keep in mind that tissue heals from the outside in, so your piercing might look heal a lot sooner — but that doesn’t mean it is.
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your new cyber bite's piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Single/Double Nipple Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your new Nipple piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Eye Brow Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your Eye Brow piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Single Lobe Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your lobe piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Flat Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE- always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your Flat piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Forward Helix Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your forward Helix piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Helix Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your Helix piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Industrial Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your Industrial piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Jestrum piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your Jestrum piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Vertical Libre piercing
Vertical lip piercings heal in about 6 to 8 weeks. The healing process may be longer or shorter than this depending on how well you take care of the piercing area.
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your Vertical Libre piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Belly/Navel Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your Belly/Navel piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Nose Piercing
NOTE: the most commen
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your Nose piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Piercing bump vs. keloid: How to tell the difference
Skin changes can occur at the site of piercings. These changes are not always a cause for concern. For example, piercing bumps are harmless and may go away over time. However, keloid scars can continue to get bigger.
Although piercing bumps and keloid scars can initially look similar, there are ways to differentiate between them.
In this article, we explain what piercing bumps and keloids are and how to tell the difference between the two. We also discuss the treatment options for both, as well as the other conditions that may cause skin issues after getting a piercing.
What are piercing bumps?
Piercing bumps are small lumps that can appear after a piercing. They often occur following cartilage piercings, such as nose or upper ear piercings.
Piercing bumps occur when the body’s immune system responds to the wound and initiates the healing response. This response leads to inflammation, which is what causes the bump.
you may notice bleeding, bruising, and some swelling at the site of the piercing in the first few weeks after getting it. These symptoms are all normal. Other symptoms that are not typically a cause for concern may include:
- itching
- some whitish fluid coming from the site of the wound
- crusting around the piercing jewelry.
A keloid is a raised scar that occurs as a result of trauma or injury to the skin. Sometimes, this type of scar may appear after a piercing.
A keloid forms due to an overgrowth of fibrous tissue. In response to injury, cells in the skin — called fibroblasts — produce excessiveTrusted Source collagen, which leads to the development of a keloid.
Keloids can take 3–12 months to develop after the original injury. They start as raised scars that can be pink, red, purple, or brown and typically become darker over time. The appearance can depend on the location of the keloid, as well as the person’s skin tone.
Earlobe keloid scars are likely to be round or oval. They can continue to grow over time — either quickly or slowly — and can become very large.
The texture of keloids can differ. They can feel soft and doughy or hard and rubbery. Other symptoms that a person with a keloid scar may experience include:
- pain
- itchiness
- tenderness
Rook Piercing
PIERCING AFTERCARE– always make sure your hands are clean. Morning and night wash with warm water and nonscented soap. Saline spray three times a day. Make sure you check your balls every day. Sometimes they like to wiggle loose.
What Not to do with your Rook piercing.
DO NOT USE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS:
No chlorine, no ocean water for 4 weeks. No soaking any piercings for 4 weeks. No alcohol, no peroxide, no neosporin, and do not touch, or play with your new piercing with your fingers. You do not want your oils to get into the wound, doing this and using the products listed above will cause rejection to the piercing.
Frequently Asked Piercing Questions
How long does it take for a tattoo to heal?
Skin around larger tattoos takes longer to recover and certain factors, like picking at the scabs, not moisturizing, forgoing SPF, or using a lotion with alcohol may slow the process.
What are the stages when healing a tattoo?
Week 1
The first stage lasts from day 1 through about day 6. Your new tattoo will be bandaged for the first few hours, after which it’s considered an open wound. Your body will be responding to injury, and you may notice redness, oozing, slight inflammation or swelling, or a burning sensation.
Week 2
In this stage, you may experience Flaky skin is nothing to be concerned about — it’s a natural response, and the ink will remain intact, even if it looks like some of it’s coming off.
Try to resist scratching or picking at scabs. A moisturizer recommended by a tattoo artist or doctor can keep the skin around the tattoo hydrated, and it may ease itching.
Weeks 3 and 4
Your tattoo may begin to dry out, and the itchiness should pass. If it doesn’t and redness persists, it could be an early sign of an infection. Your tattoo may appear less vibrant than expected, but that’s because a layer of dry skin has formed over it.
This will naturally exfoliate itself, revealing the vivid tattoo. Resist the urge to pick or scratch, which could cause scarring.
Months 2 to 6
Itching and redness should have subsided by this point, and your tattoo may look fully healed, though it’s smart to continue with aftercare. Long-term care for a tattoo includes staying hydrated, wearing SPF or sun-protective clothing, and keeping the tattoo clean.
How to reduce healing time
Everyone wants their tattoo to heal quickly, but the reality is that like with any wound, it needs time and care. There are some things you can do to speed up the healing process.
Cover tattoo with clothing
Sunlight can cause your tattoo to fade, and fresh tattoos are especially sensitive to the sun. Cover the tattoo with loose clothes like long sleeves or pants when you are out in the sun. Do not apply a sunscreen until the tattoo has fully healed.
Don’t re-bandage after you take off the initial dressing
Your tattoo needs to breathe, so once you remove the original bandage — usually it’ll be bandaged in clear plastic or surgical wrap by the artist — it’s best not to cover it. Wrapping it may result in extra moisture and a lack of oxygen, which can cause scabbing and slow healing.
Clean daily
You should use lukewarm — not hot, which may hurt the skin — and sterile waterTrusted Source to clean your tattoo at least two to three times a day.
Before you begin, make sure your hands are thoroughly clean using an antibacterial soap. Then, splash water onto the tattoo, follow with fragrance-free and alcohol-free soap, and either let the tattoo air dry or gently dry it with a clean paper towel.
Apply ointment
Your tattoo needs air to heal, so it’s best to skip heavy products like Vaseline unless specifically recommended by your artist.
In the first few days, your artist will likely advise using products with vitamins A and D. After a few days, you can switch to a lighter, fragrance-free aftercare moisturizer or even pure coconut oil.
Don’t scratch or pick
Scabbing is a healthy part of the healing process, but picking or scratching or iching can delay the healing process and may affect the integrity of the tattoo or result in scarring
Avoid scented products
It’s crucial to avoid scented lotions and soaps on your tattoo, and depending on where your tattoo is located, you may even want to switch to unscented shampoo, conditioner, and bodywash. Fragrances in products can cause a reaction when it comes into contact with tattoo ink.
It’s okay for the tattoo to get wet in a shower, but avoid submerging or soaking it in the shower or bath, and definitely don’t swim for the first 2 weeks.
It’s important to know the signs that your tattoo isn’t healing properly or has become infected. Symptoms of improper healing include:
- Fever or chills. A fever may indicate that your tattoo has become infected, and you should see a doctor right away.
- Prolonged redness. All tattoos will be somewhat red for a few days after the procedure, but if the redness doesn’t subside, it’s a sign that your tattoo isn’t healing well.
- Oozing fluid. If fluid or pus is still coming out from your tattoo after 2 or 3 days, it may be infected. See a doctor.
- Swollen, puffy skin. It’s normal for the tattoo to be raised for a few days, but the surrounding skin shouldn’t be puffy. This may indicate that you’re allergic to the ink.
- Severe itching or hives. Itchy tattoos can also be a sign that your body is allergic to the ink. The allergic reaction to a tattooTrusted Source can happen right after, or as much as several years after getting the tattoo.
- Scarring. Your tattoo will scab over because it’s a wound, but a properly healed tattoo shouldn’t scar. Signs of scarring include raised, puffy skin, redness that doesn’t fade, distorted colors within the tattoo, or pitted skin.
After getting a new tattoo, the outer layer of skin will typically appear healed within 2 to 3 weeks. However, the healing process can take upward of 6 months.
Aftercare, which includes daily cleaning, ointment, or moisturizer, should continue for at least this long to reduce the risk of infection or other complications.
Treatment for piercing and keloids bumps.
Piercing bumps are part of the body’s natural response to injury, and they do not typically require treatment. However, people can take steps to keep the area clean, prevent infection, and allow the piercing to heal. These include:
- keeping piercing jewelry in, without changing or removing it, for at least 6 weeks
- washing the hands before touching the piercing
- washing the piercing with a saline solution or gentle soap and water once a day
- patting the area dry with a clean cotton pad after bathing or showering and avoiding using a towel, which can introduce bacteria
Although the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) suggest applying rubbing alcohol to the piercing, the general guidance is to avoid doing this as it can slow healing.
Various treatment options are available for keloids. The appropriate treatment option can depend on several factors, including the type and size of the keloid. Treatment options include:
- Corticosteroids: This type of medicine can help shrink the keloid. The AAD note that people require about four injections on average, having one every 3–4 weeks. They also say that 50–80% of keloids shrink after corticosteroid injection.
- Surgery: A specialist can surgically remove the keloid. However, keloids can return, even after surgical removal.
- Laser treatment: Laser treatment can help flattenTrusted Source the keloid scar and make it fade.
- Cryotherapy: This treatment is appropriate to use on small keloids. During cryotherapy, a doctor freezes the keloid to soften it and reduce its size. Cryotherapy is not suitable for people with darker skin, due to the possibility of skin pigmentation changes.
The AAD recommend that people who know that they are prone to keloids avoid getting piercings.
Can I use my own Jewlery for the body piercing.
Reef Side Tattoo: Body Piercing Jewelry Policy
At Reef Side Tattoo, we are committed to providing our clients with the highest standard of care, creativity, and safety in all body piercing services. We take pride in ensuring that each piercing experience is exceptional, comfortable, and meets our strict hygiene and safety standards. To maintain these standards, we have established the following policy regarding the use of jewelry in body piercings:
Personal Jewelry Policy: We do not allow clients to bring their own jewelry for use in body piercings. This policy is in place for several important reasons:
- Health and Safety: Our priority is the health and safety of our clients and staff. We cannot verify the sterility, quality, or material composition of jewelry not provided by us. Using only our high-quality, pre-sterilized jewelry ensures that we minimize the risk of infection and allergic reactions.
- Compatibility and Fit: Proper healing and comfort depend significantly on the type of jewelry used. Our experienced piercers select jewelry that is specifically designed for healing and compatibility with your body’s anatomy. Using the correct gauge, length, and material is crucial for a successful piercing experience.
- Quality Assurance: All jewelry used at Reef Side Tattoo is sourced from reputable manufacturers known for their high-quality materials and craftsmanship. This ensures that your piercing jewelry is not only safe but also durable and aesthetically pleasing.
- Legal and Insurance Requirements: Our policies and procedures, including those regarding jewelry use, are aligned with industry standards and legal requirements. This compliance helps protect both our clients and our studio against potential liabilities.
Exceptions: If you have a specific need or request regarding jewelry for your piercing, please discuss it with your piercer before your appointment. While we adhere strictly to our policy for the reasons stated above, we are committed to ensuring your experience is tailored to your satisfaction, within the bounds of safety and professionalism.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with this policy. Our team at Reef Side Tattoo is here to answer any questions you may have and to guide you through selecting the perfect jewelry for your new piercing from our curated collection. We look forward to providing you with a safe, comfortable, and beautiful piercing experience.
Thank you for choosing Reef Side Tattoo.
How much does it cost to get a Piercing?
Our studio offers a wide selection of piercings, and each Procedure cost is different due to the tools and skills needed to perform Body modification.
Can I walk-in to get a Piercing?
Yes, If you want to do a walk-in piercing, we are open seven days a week from 10 am to 8 pm. We recommend always calling first because we are a busy shop, and our days can fill out fast.
How much does it hurt, Pain wise when getting a Piercing?
Piercing pain is based on your placement. But lucky for you, our Piercers are excellent at what they do, and most piercings are almost painless, but you may feel a slight pinch.
Which body part hurts the most to get pierced?
Now, this has been a topic for many years, but put shortly, and it depends on the piercing. If the skin is covered, it will hurt a little to get pierced.
What is the process of getting a piercing
First, you find the body part, then choose your preferred piercing artist that you want, and you and the artist will do a consultation to ensure the area can be pierced while discussing the types of high-quality jewelry to use in your body. We will also advise you on what metals to avoid while ensuring you understand everything about your piercing.
Then set a time and date for the piercing procedure.
How much time does it take to get a piercing?
On average, it takes about 15 to 25 mins to complete one piercing from start to finish. This includes the paperwork and piercing procedure.
Is it necessary to tip the Piercer?
If you think your Piercer went above and beyond for your piercing and explained everything enough for you, then yes, It’s necessary to tip your piercer. Although piercings are expensive, the artist still has to pay a percentage of the piercing to the shop. All tips go directly to them, tho.
How much experience do good piercing artists have?
Choosing a quality piercing artist that uses the best equipment and practices safe piercing procedures is most important. Selecting an artist or Studio that lacks the experience or Proper jewelry needed to create and execute a piering will leave you with a lifelong scar that will end up costing you three times the amount you paid, in the beginning, to have it pierced.
What are the different types of Jewelry we carry instore?
when it come to the differnt types of Jewlery we have:
We carry the largest inventory of Nickel Free Jewlery and classically designed A+ grade jewelry in west Melbourne Florida.
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We carry a wide selection for you to choose from.Surgical Stainless Steel.TitaniumNiobium14k/18k/pure gold/rose gold /gold platinumPlatinumPure silverPure goldNeo metal
Can I get a consultation before getting a Piercing?
we prefer to do a full consultation before we do any piercings, but it only takes about 5 minutes so we include it into our appointment.
About Reef Side
Reef Side Tattoo & Piercing is a Tattoo & Piercing company located in west Melbourne, Florida. Reef Side Tattoo and Piercing was awarded by numerous and reputable organizations Learn more about Reef Side Tattoo and Piercing
PHONE: 321.622.5801
EMAIL: reefsidetattoo@gmail.com
Reef Side Tattoo Location
2447 N Wickham Rd #124, Melbourne, FL 32935
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