The pursuit of a new body piercing is often tempered by anxiety over pain, infection, and lengthy recovery times—a concern particularly resonant for those with past negative experiences. A new studio on Club Street in Singapore, Eir Piercing, is reshaping the typical piercing experience by blending high-end aesthetics with an uncompromising focus on medical-grade safety and personalized aftercare, offering a compelling option for those seeking cartilage piercings like the helix or conch. Founded by Melin, an industry veteran named after the Norse goddess of healing, Eir is carving out a niche for clients prioritizing a meticulous, consent-driven journey over the quick, transactional approach often found in commercial shops.
Rethinking the Piercing Consultation
Melin’s approach begins long before the needle is sterilized. Located on the second floor, Eir’s studio contrasts sharply with typical piercing environments; it is spacious, calm, and infused with natural light. The experience starts with a detailed consultation focused on the client’s anatomy, lifestyle, and realistic expectations.
“People usually come in with an idea of where they want to get pierced, or jewellery they’ve already seen on my website or socials,” Melin explains. This consultation often involves practical advice designed to enhance healing, such as limiting the number of fresh piercings a client receives in a single session to ensure comfortable sleeping and minimize trauma—a commitment to client well-being that occasionally supersedes immediate financial gain.
The studio’s jewelry selection underscores its premium positioning. Displayed in curated glass cases, pieces range from 14K or 18K imported gold and implant-grade titanium to 18K recycled gold designed in-house. Prices start around $120 and can escalate significantly for solid gold, rare gemstones, or custom designs. Crucially, Eir strictly avoids nickel, steel, plated jewelry, and low-grade alloys, minimizing the risk of allergic reactions—a common pitfall in lower-tier establishments. Melin compares her curation process to that of an art gallery, featuring “small editions, one-of-a-kind pieces.”
Piercing services are priced separately from the jewelry, ranging from $70 for earlobes to $90 for standard cartilage, and up to $120 for complex procedures like industrials. A core tenet of the Eir experience is informed consent; clients are always free to change their minds, even after the consultation, reinforcing a highly ethical and no-pressure environment.
Safety and Sterilization Standards
The actual piercing procedure takes place on a separate level, following strict medical protocols. All jewelry is sterilized using a medical-grade steam autoclave (Statim 2000), the same class of equipment employed in hospitals. Tools and jewelry are sterilized at 134°C, with daily testing and strip indicators used in every cycle to confirm efficacy. Piercings are performed exclusively with single-use, sterile, disposable needles, minimizing any risk of cross-contamination.
Melin’s expertise, honed over a decade working with luxury piercing brands internationally, ensures precision. Before the procedure, placement is meticulously mapped out, often involving slight adjustments based on how the selected jewelry sits against the ear’s anatomy for optimal aesthetic framing. Clients frequently report that the actual pain is far less than anticipated—often rating it a two out of ten, comparable to a momentary pressure or pinch.
Maximizing Healing Through Dedicated Care
Where Eir truly differentiates itself is post-procedure care. Instead of generalized advice or unsuitable products like alcohol or ointments, clients are provided with an airtight, sterile saline spray intended for daily use before and after showering.
Melin stresses that most complications arise when clients deviate from expert guidance. She notes that in thousands of piercings, only two infections occurred, both directly attributed to clients ignoring aftercare instructions (one involving a “mud rave,” the other using a contaminated solution).
Key Aftercare Directives:
- Avoid Submersion: Steer clear of pools, oceans, or soaking the piercing during the initial healing phase.
- Hands Off: Do not touch, rotate, or apply pressure to the jewelry.
- Protect the Area: Avoid sleeping directly on fresh cartilage piercings and prevent lotions or makeup from contacting the wound.
Helix piercings typically take about six months to fully heal. A crucial follow-up appointment is scheduled approximately one month after piercing to assess progress and shorten the post length if required—a step many studios skip, which can lead to complications.
Eir Piercing appeals to a diverse clientele: first-timers nervous from past experiences, those seeking specific curated ear styling, and even international clients who value Melin’s expertise enough to fly in for continued care. By treating piercings as an intentional form of self-expression backed by unparalleled safety standards, Eir Piercing sets a new benchmark for the luxury body modification industry.