Professional Body Piercing in Riverside, CA

Safe, precise piercings in Riverside — clean placement, premium jewelry, and proper aftercare from experienced piercers.

Arcane Ink Tattoo & Piercings is a professional body piercing studio in Riverside, California, delivering safe, precise piercings using sterile technique and implant-grade jewelry. Our piercer Brandon Medina specializes in sharp placement and clean technique across a full range of piercings — including ear cartilage, facial, navel, oral, surface, and nipple piercings. Every piercing is performed with proper anatomy assessment, single-use needles, and jewelry built for proper healing.

Whether it's your first piercing or an addition to your existing collection, we provide free consultations to discuss placement options, jewelry selection, healing timelines, and aftercare expectations. Our piercing minimum is $40, with pricing ranging up to $100 or more depending on placement and jewelry selection. We never use piercing guns — only professional needles for cleaner, safer results.

Located at 4505 Allstate Dr #110 in Riverside, we serve clients across the Inland Empire. Walk-ins are welcome when available, and consultations are always free. Book your appointment today or reach out with questions about your next piercing.

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Piercings We Offer

From first-time ear lobe piercings to advanced placements, we offer a full range of body piercings at Arcane Ink. Every piercing is performed with sterile tools, implant-grade jewelry, and proper aftercare instructions.

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Two cartilage piercings connected by a single straight barbell across the upper ear. Bold, symmetrical, striking. Healing time: 9–12 months.

Industrial Piercings

Rook Piercings

A cartilage piercing through the upper ridge inside the ear. Unique placement with distinctive jewelry options. Healing time: 6–12 months.

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A woman with bold makeup and multiple facial piercings. She has dark lipstick, eye makeup, and facial jewelry, including a septum ring and eyebrow studs. She is wearing a black top with straps, a pearl necklace, and has colorful tattoos on her shoulder.

Septum Piercings

Bridge Piercings

Single or paired nipple piercings for both men and women. Bold, personal, timeless. Healing time: 9–12 months.

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A vertical piercing through the center of the tongue. Healing time: 4–6 weeks.

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Flat Piercings

Snake Bites

A cartilage piercing through the flat upper area of the ear. Ideal for stacking and personalized styling. Healing time: 6–12 months.

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Daith Piercings

Navel Piercings

Paired lower lip piercings, one on each side. Symmetrical and bold. Healing time: 8–12 weeks each.

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Ashley Piercings

Nose Piercings

A vertical labret piercing through the center of the lower lip, with jewelry visible only on the bottom. Healing time: 8–12 weeks.

Traditional nostril piercings with stud or hoop options. Versatile and timeless. Healing time: 2–4 months.

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Eyebrow Piercings

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Frog Eyes

Paired horizontal piercings through the tongue tip. Bold, symmetrical, distinctive. Healing time: 6–8 weeks.

A cartilage piercing along the upper outer ear ridge. Clean, stylish, and one of our most requested placements. Healing time: 6–12 months.

Ear Lobe Piercings

Classic and versatile, ear lobe piercings are the easiest placement and perfect for first-timers. Healing time: 6–8 weeks.

Helix Piercings

Conch Piercings

Tragus Piercings

A bold cartilage piercing through the inner curve of the ear. Works with studs, hoops, and statement jewelry. Healing time: 6–12 months.

A cartilage piercing through the small flap in front of the ear canal. Subtle placement, distinctive look. Healing time: 6–9 months.

A surface piercing across the bridge of the nose between the eyes. Distinctive and bold. Healing time: 8–12 weeks.

A piercing through the center cartilage of the nose. Can be worn visible or flipped up and hidden. Healing time: 6–8 weeks.

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Medusa Piercings

Anti-Eyebrow Piercings

A lip piercing centered above the upper lip in the philtrum. Clean, symmetrical, striking. Healing time: 8–12 weeks.

A surface piercing on the cheekbone below the eye. Uncommon and eye-catching. Healing time: 6–12 weeks.

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Tongue Piercings

Nipple Piercings

A piercing through the upper rim of the navel. One of our most requested placements. Healing time: 6–12 months.

A cartilage piercing through the innermost ear fold, often worn with a captive bead or curved hoop. Healing time: 6–9 months.

A vertical piercing through the eyebrow ridge, typically worn with a curved barbell. Healing time: 6–8 weeks.

Monroe Piercings

A single piercing above the upper lip, offset to mimic a beauty mark. Healing time: 8–12 weeks.

Your Piercing Process

At Arcane Ink, every piercing is done with precision, safety, and proper technique. Here's how our process works from research to full healing.

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Steps 01//06

01 // Research & Design

Decide what type of piercing you want. Research placement options, jewelry styles, and healing timelines. Book an appointment to avoid long wait times.

02 // Check In & Paperwork

Bring a valid photo ID (must be 18+). Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian with matching ID. Consent forms are completed before the procedure.

03 // Anatomy Check

Your piercer evaluates your anatomy to confirm the piercing can be done safely with proper placement for healing. If the placement isn't suitable, alternatives are discussed.

04 // Jewelry Selection

Choose your jewelry from our selection of implant-grade titanium, surgical steel, and gold options. Your piercer recommends the right starter jewelry for proper healing.

05 // Piercing Session

Placement markings are made and confirmed with you. The piercing is performed quickly and professionally using a sterile single-use needle. Minimal discomfort, smooth process.

06 // Aftercare & Healing

Follow aftercare instructions for the full healing window. Keep the area clean, avoid irritation, and don't change the jewelry until fully healed. Reach out anytime with questions.

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Why Choose Arcane Ink for Your Piercing

Dozens of clients trust Arcane Ink for their piercings every month. Here's what sets our studio apart in Riverside.

Needles Only, Never Guns

We use professional single-use piercing needles on every client — never guns. Needles are more precise, more hygienic, and cause less tissue trauma, resulting in cleaner piercings and faster healing.

Implant-Grade Jewelry

Every piercing starts with high-quality, body-safe jewelry — implant-grade titanium, surgical steel, or gold. Quality jewelry is critical for proper healing and long-term comfort.

Anatomy-Based Placement

Every piercing starts with a full anatomy assessment. We only place piercings that will heal well and last — we won't compromise quality for what's trending.

Clean, Certified Studio

Our Riverside studio is held to professional hygiene standards. California Body Art Practitioner certified, sterile equipment, single-use needles, disposable materials.

Recent Work

Browse some of our recent piercing work. For our full portfolio, visit our piercings gallery.

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Close-up of a person's ear with multiple piercings and jewelry, including a cartilage piercing with a metallic bead, a rook piercing with a conical barbell, and multiple earrings with black and silver accents, with a dark hat and a blurred background
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Piercing Pricing in Riverside

Piercing pricing at Arcane Ink depends on placement and jewelry selection. Here's a general guide:

Piercing minimum: $40

Consults: Free

Complex placements, specialty jewelry, and paired piercings: quoted individually

Standard ear, facial, and body piercings:

$40 – $100

Every piercing is priced during your consultation. Jewelry upgrades and specialty pieces are available and quoted separately. No hidden fees, no surprise costs.

Piercing FAQs

How much do piercings cost at Arcane Ink?

Body piercings at Arcane Ink start at $30 for basic placements, with jewelry priced separately. Pricing varies by placement type and jewelry selection. Complex placements like industrial, surface, or dermal piercings are quoted during your consultation.

What piercings do you offer at Arcane Ink?

Arcane Ink offers a full range of body piercings in Riverside, including nose, navel, rook, daith, tragus, septum, conch, flat, industrial, eyebrow, Medusa, Ashley, Monroe, tongue, anti-eyebrow, bridge, snake bites, frog eyes, ear lobes, helix, and nipple piercings.

Do you use needles or piercing guns?

Arcane Ink uses professional piercing needles — never piercing guns. Needles are more precise, more hygienic, and cause less tissue trauma than guns. This results in cleaner piercings, faster healing, and lower infection risk.

How long do piercings take to heal?

Piercing healing times vary by placement. Ear lobes heal in 6-8 weeks. Cartilage piercings (helix, conch, daith) heal in 6-12 months. Navel piercings take 6-12 months. Nipple piercings heal in 9-12 months. Your piercer will give you exact healing timelines for your specific piercing.

Can I change my jewelry right away?

No, you should not change your jewelry until the piercing is fully healed. Changing jewelry too early can cause infection, irritation, or piercing rejection. Come back to Arcane Ink for a professional jewelry change once healing is complete.

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Whether it's your first piercing or the next addition to your collection, we're ready to make it happen. Book a free consultation today.

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Questions? Call (951) 224-9177 or email arcaneink00@gmail.com