Getting a piercing has always been a big decision. Perhaps, not as big as the one about getting a tattoo on some part of the body, but still a vast decision nevertheless. Piercing ears, as well as getting multiple piercings in your ear has been considered normal for a very long time. Although nose piercings have been widely normalized, some employers and other entities may feel a bit concerned about nose piercings and raise their eyebrows.
That’s why there are a lot of things you want to consider when getting your nose pierced, like the collective you work in, whether you’re allergic to some metal, whether you want to get your cartilage or septum pierced, and the price.
The price depends from salon to salon. What’s important is to avoid unregistered DIY parlors that will get your nose pierced with untested methods and risk you developing an infection. That’s exactly why getting your nose pierced is a big decision and should not be taken lightly.
If you want to get your nose pierced, but don’t know the price packages, the best way about it is to research different piercing salons in your city or nearby towns and read about their service, the certifications of the staff, but most importantly, the reviews of the customers.
Quick Summary: A nose piercing has different pricing options. Those options vary from a piercer to piercer. Still, a full piercing service should cost anywhere from $35 to $150, depending on the type of piercing and other factors.
Each piercing salon has a price catalog that helps you find the price for your nose piercing, the piercing itself, and of course the aftercare materials. Those are all the components that make the price of the overall nose piercing, which is why it’s good to know what’s all included.
If you want to learn more about the value of different nose piercing services, as well as what is included in them, continue reading this article. You’ll get more knowledge about the process of getting your nose pierced, so you’ll be prepared for the entire time you’re there.
How Much Does a Nose Piercing Cost?
It’s hard to tell how much will a nose piercing cost. First of all, it depends on a parlor and a salon, but we’ll talk later about all the things which are supposed to affect the price of the nose piercing.
What’s important to know is that different types of nose piercings are priced differently. The two most common types of nose piercing are the septum piercing and the left or right nose cartilage piercing. The two are different in pricing plans, but not drastically.
Even though every piercing or tattoo and the piercing studio will price their services based on different factors that we will discuss below, it’s safe to assume the average price range under which you can expect the nose piercing to be.
For the general nose piercing, you can expect to pay anywhere from $35-150, depending on the place where you’ll get your nose pierced. For example, a septum piercing can cost anywhere from $40-$100, while a cartilage piercing will cost from $35-90.
What are some other expenses that may be included by the piercing salon? Some salons won’t charge anything for the piercing process of your nose but will sell you expensive aftercare products that can speed up healing and prevent infections.
On the other hand, some salons will charge you for the piercing stud, hoop, and piercing in general, while the process of tattooing with a needle or a needle gun will be treated for free. Some studios combine the two methods, they won’t charge you for the piercing process but will charge for the stud or hoop and aftercare products, like the Claire.
Finally, some studios will change everything, as well as some extra fees, which is why we set the price range up to $150. It’s always important to take a look at a selection of piercing studs or hoops offered on the website or social media shop, and calculate all your expenses to ensure that you will be able to afford the nose piercing.
If the studio is offering you aftercare products, you shouldn’t skip them. They will soothe the inflammation that appeared during the piercing process and will prevent serious bacterial infections. The healing time for piercings can be anywhere from 6 to 9 weeks to a couple of months, so it’s important not to skip the aftercare products.
Things That Affect the Price of Nose Piercing
As mentioned earlier, some things affect the value of the piercing, and there are quite a few factors that you need to consider. Continue reading to learn more.
Technique
There are two key ways to get your nose pierced, one is not recommended, while the other one is pricier. You can either get it pierced with a piercing gun which is also used for ear piercings, or with a needle.
However, while needle piercing is a more common, less painful, and more hygienic method, it’s also more expensive and is a sign to look for when evaluating the expert level of the piercer. The same thing can’t be said for piercing guns.
They are recommended for ear piercings, but that needle is too short to penetrate the nostril or septum, which gives the possibility of harboring the bacteria, and it’s also more painful to get, as the nose cartage is quite thicker compared to the ear lobe.
According to an article, a piercing gun can cause more damage to the nose and creates unnecessary trauma compared to a needle piercing.
Additionally, if a piercer is using a piercing gun, it can mean that they are not experienced enough, so there’s a small possibility of getting hurt. Always seek to avoid piercers that pierce the nose with piercing guns. Weirdly enough, some clients want their piercer to use a piercing gun – for whatever reasons there are.
The Piercing Service
If you already have the medical-grade studs or hoops you want to use when getting your nose pierced, then the cost of piercing your nose will cost you anywhere from $25 to $40, depending on the salon.
Keep in mind, however, that in case you don’t have the studs with you already, some piercing salons will charge you both the service and the stud of your choice. Before you get your nose pierced, they will likely introduce you to a box of different hoops and studs, from which you can choose. All studs should have their respective prices displayed, so you’ll always know how much you can expect to pay.
Editor’s notes: This won’t always be the case, so it’s best to always ask so that you can have the total price in your head. If you’re making an appointment through a website, you’ll likely have all the expenses shown on the final checkout order webpage.
The Stud
We mentioned above that some salons will charge you for both the piercing and the studs. However, it’s also worth noting that many piercing services will charge you only for the stud, as long as you get your nose pierced exactly at their place. Still, this makes the piercing studs pricier than if it were the case of the entire thing being charged separately.
When choosing the stud for the piercing, you will likely be presented with different price options. Nickel studs and hoops are the least expensive options, but they are not everyone’s cup of tea. Nickel is a cheap metal, and in addition to that, it’s flimsy, and not the prettiest looking.
If you have sensitive skin prone to irritation and experiencing an allergic reaction, it’d be best to opt for some other material such as gold, which is hypoallergenic, as well as surgical-grade steel, which is most commonly chosen when it comes to people who want a nice looking nose stud.
Your nose piercing will take months to heal and you won’t be able to change your stud for at least 6 to 9 weeks, so make sure to choose the stud that you will like. Finally, the price for different stud options can be between $50 to $70, but there are even pricier options depending on where you’re shopping.
Aftercare Kits
If you’ve ever gotten yourself a tattoo, then you must know the importance of aftercare and the healing process. Of course, your piercing will take months to heal but the least you can do is ensure that there won’t be any severe skin irritation, infection, or allergic reaction, according to a study.
Aftercare kits are usually sold as part of the piercing service, as piercing and tattoo salons have a contract or are affiliated with certain brands and pharmaceutical companies, so they’ll likely sell you the aftercare kits after providing the service. Usually, it’s a whole package, or they can offer you to buy it separately.
If you’ve recently done a piercing and you still have some leftover products, you don’t have to buy new ones. But, to make sure you don’t have any irritation or infection, you can always buy new and fresh products. You can expect to pay anywhere from $10 to $40, depending on the brand and quality.
Salon Location
Finally, a salon location plays a major role in how much your piercing will cost. Salons located in small towns, with little to no social media popularity or crowd won’t be crazily expensive and are suitable for people living in rural areas.
The closer the salon is to a center of a bigger city, which is already famed for a great number of salons, the more expensive it is. A salon with a good location, reputation, and social media presence will also have higher prices and be hardly available, with all appointments booked. Such salons likely don’t accept walk-ins, and you’ll have to register on their website.
