The last and most important thing about nipple piercings is having them done in a space that feels clean and welcoming. Because this can be such an intimate experience, Gottschalk reminds people that, "It's not on the person getting pierced to make the vulnerable experience feel more comfortable, it's on the person who's doing the piercing," detailing how he uses colour, incense, and soothing sounds to calm his own clients.
Mytych echoes this advice and says it's all about finding a studio and staff that makes you feel safe and empowered. "If they're not serving you like you're a queen, then don't give them the time of day," she says. "We're here to adorn and help people step into their most beautiful self."