The cost of a body piercing varies depending on the location of the body being pierced, the type of piercing and the individual piercer. Typical costs: A body piercing typically costs $20 to $55 for earlobes, ear cartilage or cheek. A body piecing typically costs $30 to $65 for the eyebrow, nose, navel or nipple.

Do tattoo artists have malpractice insurance?

Tattoo artist liability insurance is a form of professional liability (or malpractice) insurance. As such, it provides protection should an artist make a mistake while inking a customer. Most tattoo artist liability protections extend to both mistakes that injure customers and those that result in incorrect tattoos.

How much does it cost to get a body piercing?

A body piercing typically costs $40 to $85 or more for a medusa (a piercing above the lip), the tongue web or the surface of the body, such as at the nape of the neck. Body piercings are considered cosmetic and are not covered by medical insurance. However, treatment for complications from a piercing, such as infection, would usually be covered.

What are the risks of getting a body piercing?

Body piercing risks include: blood-borne diseases, such as hepatitis B and C, tuberculosis and HIV; allergic reactions, skin infections and scars or keloids, which are bumpy areas caused by a build-up of scar tissue. Oral piercings can cause dental problems, such as damage to gum tissue or cracked teeth.

Which is more expensive ear piercings or body piercings?

The most difficult piercing types are usually more expensive due to their complexity. So, the body piercing prices would be definitely higher than ear ones. You can always save some money by getting a piercing by yourself at home rather than going to piercing shops.

How much does a tragus surface body piercing cost?

*Tragus Surface Prices are R350 for a steel curved barbell (not recommended), R400 for a titanium curved barbell, and R500 for a flat surface bar with plain disks. This is a really good price because I want to make it affordable for you to choose the right option.