Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to get a piercing?
We have a base piercing fee of $50, PER piercing, plus the cost of jewelry. Depending on the piercing, jewelry options tend to start around $35 and up. We have hundreds of options to choose from. All of our basics are made from implant-grade titanium, in addition to a selection of genuine 14k and 18k gold, as well as genuine diamonds to pick from. There are some piercings that are considered ‘advanced’ and have a $80 piercing fee. Call the studio or stop in anytime for price quotes and to check out one of the largest selections of high-quality jewelry in all of Iowa.
Do I need to book an appointment?
Though it is no longer required that you book an appointment, it is recommended to get priority over walk-ins. For all appointments, we charge a $20 deposit to secure your time slot on the schedule. It’s not an additional fee, it’s removed from your total the day you come in. Deposits are transferrable but nonrefundable. If you are unable to make it to your appointment, let us know ahead of time so we can reschedule your appointment, otherwise, you forfeit your deposit. For scheduling, please call or text us during business hours at 319-594-1965. You can also reach out to us on Instagram @Releasebodypiercing
Are there certain piercings you do NOT do?
There are a select few piercings that we will not do under any circumstances. We strive for perfection and we care about your health and safety foremost! Occasionally there are also some piercings that we regularly perform, but some anatomies aren’t best suited for these. We always check first to make sure the piercing will be suited for your body and heal happily for you! If you have questions, give us a call!
Do you offer any specials or discounts?
Yes! Every Tuesday, we do a Two-For-Tuesday, where we waive one piercing fee for every two piercings you get. This does not include the cost of jewelry. Offer is only valid on new jewelry purchases made the day of the piercing and cannot be split between two people.
Keep an eye on our Instagram for random specials or discounts we run on jewelry!
Can I bring in my own jewelry?
Yes and no. If you have some jewelry you'd like to use for a new piercing we suggest you bring it on in! Due to insurance policies and our want for your piercing to heal properly we will only pierce with
jewelry you have either purchased from us before or that is the same style and material we use.
*When bringing in used jewelry always bring it inside of a bag or other container.*
Do you pierce children's lobes?
Yes. We do have an age requirement of six years old.
All of our services require a $20 deposit which is taken off your total when pierced. If your child ends up backing out, the deposit is forfeited to cover the cost of set up and our piercer’s time.
For minors we require a parent or guardian be present. Both parent or guardian and the minor need to bring I.D. The parent or guardian needs a valid, government issued, photo I.D. The minor will need an I.D. Expectable forms of I.D. For minors include, birth certificate, license if applicable, or passport. Photo copies are allowed.
What do I need to bring in to get pierced?
For adults, all that's needed is a valid, government issued, photo I.D. (passports, drivers licenses, etc.).
For minors we require a parent or guardian be present. Both parent or guardian and the minor need to bring I.D. The parent or guardian needs a valid, government issued, photo I.D. The minor will need an I.D. Expectable forms of I.D. For minors include, birth certificate, license if applicable, or passport. Photo copies are allowed.
Jewelry Guarantee
Here at Release we pride ourselves in using the best quality body jewelry, from implant grade titanium to 14k/18k gold and platinum. With daily wear, we suggest you check the tightness of your beads/ends often to insure everything is secure. We are always available to help insert or change out jewelry for you. The companies that we supply have a manufacture’s warranty against defects (i.e. a stone falling out of its setting). We will happily replace or send in your pieces that have a defect that fall under these guidelines (excluding chains). This does not cover lost jewelry, or pins/ threads broken due to repeated removal/insertion/trauma/snags. Seam rings repeatedly removed will not hold their “round shape” for long. If you need to remove rings often, we suggest upgrading to a hinge ring/clicker. For more details on what is covered under the manufacture’s guarantee, please stop in anytime with your questions and we would be happy to help.