You're planning to get a piercing. The GGD considers it important to inform you in advance about potential risks. That's why we recommend taking the time to carefully read the information on our website.
Getting a piercing is a skin-penetrating procedure. To prevent the transmission of bloodborne diseases such as hepatitis B and C, it is crucial that the procedure is carried out using the correct methods and sterile equipment. Additionally, poor aftercare or unhygienic practices—whether by yourself or the piercer—can lead to wound infections. These infections can not only affect your health but also negatively impact the appearance of your piercing.

Are you under the age of 16?
In that case, it is mandatory for your legal representative (such as a parent or guardian) to accompany you to the studio. A consent form will be completed and signed on-site by your legal representative. In this form, we also ask for the document number of both your ID and that of your representative.
Do you not have a valid form of identification? In that case, we will trust that the person accompanying you is indeed your legal representative. However, please note that we are in no way liable for any potential fraud in this regard.

Health Declaration and Privacy
Het toestemmingsformulier bevat onder andere vragen over jouw gezondheid. Deze informatie is bedoeld om jouw veiligheid tijdens en na de behandeling te waarborgen. Ook vragen we je wettelijke vertegenwoordiger om zich te legitimeren. Het formulier wordt vertrouwelijk bewaard door de piercer. Uiteraard ontvang je zelf een kopie voor je eigen administratie.

How is a piercing done?
Before applying a piercing, the skin is carefully cleaned and disinfected. The procedure must always be carried out in a sterile manner. This means that both the needle and the jewelry must come directly from sterile packaging and must not be touched with bare hands.

The piercer wears gloves during the procedure, which are disinfected with alcohol (70–80%) immediately before the piercing.

Getting a piercing can be experienced as painful. Please note that a piercer is not allowed to administer anesthesia unless instructed and authorized by a doctor.

A freshly placed piercing is comparable to a deep wound in the skin. That’s why it is very important to take proper care of it. You will receive both verbal instructions and these written guidelines from the piercer to help you with the correct aftercare.
De wond die ontstaat door het piercen heeft tijd en aandacht nodig om goed te genezen. Dit genezingsproces kan variëren van ongeveer 4 weken tot wel 9 maanden, afhankelijk van het type piercing en je persoonlijke gezondheid.

Be aware that an infection can disrupt the healing process and negatively affect the final result. In some cases, the piercing wound may heal less aesthetically.

For certain piercings, the potential long-term effects are not yet fully known. Keep this in mind when making your decision.

Healing and aftercare of your piercing
The healing time of a piercing varies from person to person and depends on the type of piercing. An overview of the average healing times can be found on the back of this leaflet. Keep in mind that your health and physical condition play an important role in this process.
During the healing period, good personal hygiene is absolutely essential. Immediately after getting the piercing, the treated area may become red and swollen. Wearing a ring that is too small or a bar that is too short increases the risk of infections and complications. The jewelry must have enough room throughout the entire healing process — it should not be too tight or too loose.

A piercing is essentially a wound and should be treated as such. For optimal healing, the following guidelines apply:

Care instructions
Touch your piercing as little as possible. Only do so during aftercare, and only with clean, thoroughly washed hands.
Clean the area around the wound twice a day with a saline solution (see attachment for instructions) and rinse thoroughly. Follow this protocol until the follow-up check.
Gently pat the wound dry with a clean towel or tissue. Moist wounds can become irritated or infected.
Keep the piercing as dry as possible.
Do not use ointments, Purol, Vaseline, or similar products on the wound.
Do not use disinfectants such as Sterilon or Betadine on the wound.
Do not cover the piercing with band-aids, except for short periods such as during sports activities.
Do not wear tight or dirty clothing over the wound area.
Avoid contact with swimming water, saunas, steam baths, tanning beds, and direct sunlight during the healing period. Also, do not soak in the bathtub for extended periods.
Never remove the jewelry yourself.

When should you contact us?
Always contact your piercer immediately — and if necessary or advised, your doctor — if you experience one or more of the following symptoms:

Extreme redness
Swelling
Bleeding
Pus formation
Discoloration of the wound or jewelry
Pain or signs of rejection

In doubt? Always contact us!

📞 During opening hours
Nijverdal: 0548 – 851771
Zwolle: 038 – 2300840

📱 Outside opening hours (emergencies only)
Stuur een sms naar: 06 – 50841390
Of neem contact op via Facebook of Instagram — wij reageren zo snel mogelijk.

Contact persons:
Marely Aaltink
Facebook: Marely Aaltink
Instagram: @marely_aaltink
Gert-Jan Aaltink
Facebook: Gert-Jan Aaltink
Instagram: @cultartscum

Tongue piercing, lip piercing or other oral piercing
Rinse your mouth with a glass of water after every meal to remove food residues.
Brush your teeth no more than twice a day using a salt-based toothpaste.
Rinse your mouth no more than twice a day with a saline solution (see attachment for instructions).
Do not use mouthwashes from regular stores – they can irritate the wound.
Avoid kissing or any form of oral sexual contact until the tongue is fully healed and no longer swollen or yellow.

Aftercare instructions for genital piercings (male and female)

Piercings near the urethra require extra attention and care.
Never use soap on or around the piercing – soap in the urethra can cause an infection.
Do not use intimate washes or other products, except for the prescribed saline solution (instructions can be found in the attachment).
Always use a condom during anal intercourse. They are extra strong and protect the piercing from friction and bacteria.
Sex is allowed, but listen carefully to your body. Avoid pulling or rubbing against the wound.
Rinse the wound area with water in the shower or under the tap after intercourse.

Responsibility and aftercare
We take the utmost care throughout the entire piercing process – before, during, and after the procedure. You will receive both verbal and written instructions from us regarding proper aftercare. It is important that you follow these instructions. We are not responsible for any issues that arise from improper care or failure to follow our advice.

Specific aftercare for flexible piercings
For a tongue piercing with a flexible barbell, we expect you to return within a week to have the barbell adjusted to the correct length. If, during the check-up, it appears that adjustment is not yet possible and there is a high risk of compression, we will ask you to come back again one week later.
For other piercings with flexible material, it is evaluated on a case-by-case basis during the check-up whether and when adjustment is necessary.

The piercer will let you know when the jewelry can be changed. We recommend that you always come in for a wound check before making any changes.
For tongue piercings, the flexible barbell will only be replaced with a titanium one once the piercer determines that the wound has healed sufficiently – usually after about two months.

Please note: Always take tongue swelling into account. Never buy a barbell that is too short yourself!
We pierce and sell only titanium or flexible jewelry, unless otherwise specified. We recommend always wearing high-quality jewelry.

Contact for questions or concerns
During our opening hours, you can always call us with questions or for advice. In case of emergencies or serious concerns outside of opening hours, you may text us at 06 – 50841390 or send a message via Facebook or Instagram. We will get back to you as soon as possible (see previous page for contact details).

Please note: Every body is different
We cannot take responsibility for any issues that arise if you do not contact us in a timely manner in case of complaints or complications. Every body reacts differently to a piercing. Factors such as illness, infections, menstruation, flu, or obsessive hygiene can all affect the healing process.

Our working method
All procedures in our studio are carried out under completely sterile conditions and always in consultation with you. Piercings that we consider risky in terms of healing or placement will be discussed with you in advance. We will never perform a piercing without your informed consent.

Finally: all piercings are done at your own risk and responsibility.

How to make a proper saline solution: Boil water and pour it into a clean large mug or cup. Add 2 heaping teaspoons of salt and stir until the salt is fully dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool before using it. Prepared saline solution can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one day. 

The piercing should be cleaned twice a day using the saline solution. Make sure your hands are washed before touching the piercing to clean it. Dip a cotton swab into the saline solution and gently clean the piercing. Let the solution sit for about a minute, then rinse it off thoroughly with water. Dry the area carefully afterward—moist wounds can lead to irritation or infection!

People with piercings should be extra cautious on cold winter days. There is a risk of frostbite on areas like the lips and nose when adorned with piercings. The metal in the jewelry conducts cold and can quickly freeze to the skin at temperatures below zero.

In extreme cold, the superficial blood vessels just beneath the skin can constrict and spasm. This reduces blood flow to external body parts, leading to frostbite. The ears, nose, fingers, and toes are the most vulnerable areas.
In winter, the air contains little moisture, which causes the outer layer of the skin (the stratum corneum) to dry out easily. Blood vessels beneath the skin also constrict, reducing nourishment from within. The result is dry, rough, and flaky skin. Lips are especially sensitive to this effect because they contain almost no sebaceous glands. That’s why chapped lips are so common during the cold winter months. Applying a protective lip balm several times a day—preferably one based on cocoa butter—can help prevent damage. Lip balm not only prevents chapping but also helps heal already cracked lips.

Getting a piercing in the lip, ears, or nose during freezing winter weather is therefore not recommended.

It is possible to get these piercings at your own risk, but please consider this a clear warning about the potential consequences. Your piercer does not share this information lightly and genuinely cares about your well-being. Our goal is nothing less than providing top-quality piercings.