Our ear-piercing process is simple and easy. First, you’ll have a consultation with a Claire’s Piercing Specialist. They will walk you through the entire process and answer any questions you may have. Then, your Piercing Specialist will help you select your earrings, cleanse the piercing site, and mark the location of your piercing. Next, the Specialist will carefully line up the piercing instrument with the placement dot, compress the instrument fully, and pierce your ear. Finally, your Piercing Specialist will coach you on proper aftercare to prevent infection and other issues – and it’s time to enjoy your new piercing!

Claire’s offers free ear piercings at all of its locations with the purchase of an ear piercing kit. The total cost depends on which piercing kit you select, as Claire’s offers a range of options that include different earrings and aftercare solutions. Piercing kits start at $29.99 and increase in price depending on the style and material selected.

Claire’s offers a variety of ear piercing options to fit your style. From traditional lobe piercings to cartilage, nose and auricle piercings, our highly trained staff will provide you with a piercing experience you'll love. Cartilage and nose piercings are available at select locations only.

Yes, nose piercing services are available at select Claire’s locations. Use our store locator page to find your nearest Claire’s and see if nose piercings are offered at that location.

Our system safely & quickly pierces ears using a gentle, hand-pressured instrument and sterile, pre-sealed, hypoallergenic piercing earrings. Our piercing earrings are specially designed with ultra-thin piercing posts & a finely honed (extra sharp) piercing tip to help the earrings glide through the ear as easily as possible.

*New piercing technology available in select locations and rolling out across the country, please see store locator to find a location near you.

We offer a wide range of hypoallergenic jeweler-quality metals such as 14kt gold, 24kt gold plated, titanium and stainless steel. Check out our selection in store to see everything we offer.

All of Claire’s ear piercing kits include a specialized cleaning solution to help your new piercing heal as quickly and safely as possible. Following the recommended aftercare steps is essential to prevent irritation or discomfort during the healing process.

Learn more by visiting our Ear Piercing Aftercare page here

Each associate is required to complete an extensive Ear Piercing training program before becoming a Piercing Specialist. Training includes a breadth of procedures, local policy comprehension, hygiene protocol, and demonstration of core piercing competencies.

Walk-ins are welcome during store hours. Just drop by and see our Piercing Specialists. We also offer online bookings. See our store locator to find your nearest Claire’s.

For your safety, all piercings are subject to age restrictions. Minors will need a parent or legal guardian present to sign the Claire's Piercing Registration Form. Age of consent may differ by country, region or type of piercing.

In some cases, we may need to see identification to confirm your age. We accept the following forms of identification:

Driver’s License

Passport

Military ID

Government Issued ID

Some stores may require additional documentation for the piercing of a minor. Please make sure to follow up with the store prior to visiting.

For more information on age restrictions, please contact your local store.

Always try to keep your new ear piercing free from soap, perfumes and hair products, and take care when brushing your hair, exercising, playing sports, talking on your phone, sleeping or wearing headphones. We suggest that you avoid swimming for 24 hours after your piercing and, thereafter, make sure you clean your ears with your Claire's After Care Solution, follow your recommended aftercare schedule, and make sure to always wash your hands before touching your new piercing.

A new piercing is exciting, and we know you will want to try new styles soon. However, it is important to give your ears time to heal before changing your ear piercing.

Lobe Piercing: If you are using Standard After Care Solution, it is usually necessary to wait 6-8 weeks before changing your earrings. With ™Rapid After Care Solution you can usually change your earrings after 3 weeks.

Cartilage Piercing: For cartilage, you will need to leave your earring in for at least 12 weeks with our Standard After Care Solution. With the use of Rapid™ After Care Solution, you can usually change your cartilage piercing after 8 weeks.

Nose Piercing (select stores): Your new nose stud can be changed in as little as 6 weeks with Rapid™ After Care Solution or 8 weeks with Standard After Care Solution.

After piercing, it is normal for the area to feel hot and maybe a little sore. If you have any swelling, redness or find the piercing painful after 24 hours, please seek medical advice immediately without removing your ear piercing.

Anyone under 18 needs to be accompanied by a parent or guardian to get their ears pierced.

Absolutely! Our aftercare solution is safe for all types of skin, so you can certainly use the solution for nose piercing aftercare. We recommend using it several times a day to ensure proper healing.

You can only get your ears pierced with one of the Claire’s earrings options. We have a variety of selections in our stores.

Yes this is possible! We recommend reaching out to your local store to learn more. You can find a store near you by using our store locator.

We offer 20% off to shop the store immediately after getting pierced! Your Piercing Specialist will offer you a coupon post-piercing.