Totally worth the drive up from Raleigh! Ive had many piercings over the years and my ones from Ashley have always had the best placement and been the easiest to heal. Ashley also helped me save a few bad ones from other shops that I had scarring issues with. The shop is clean and welcoming and the jewelry selection is the best Ive seen. Theyre booking out for covid but its worth the wait and I appreciate their caution and cleanliness. Ill be scheduling for another piercing soon.

I’ve gotten at least 10 piercings from Alexia over the years and can’t recommend her services enough! Lots of jewelry selection at Spica and a very easy piercing and aftercare process. I wouldn’t get pierced anywhere else! Also, I have really appreciated their dedication to COVID safety during these uncertain times.

First time coming here! Alexia was informative and professional. I was impressed by the jewelry selection (lots of choices and price points - I got ethical turquoise and sterling silver!) and the extremely sanitary COVID-safe conditions. The studio is easily accessible from the street and has a clean, calming aesthetic. This is not my first piercing and I regularly give blood, but I was visibly nervous and I appreciate Alexia keeping up a soothing stream of chatter during the appointment. Pain was minimal as Alexia moved quickly and efficiently. I was not rushed during the process of choosing jewelry, signing the consent form, or getting the piercing and aftercare explanations, but I was still in and out in 28 minutes. Spica uses SquareUp, so it was easy for me to schedule (and reschedule, multiple times) with a $20 deposit. Pricing is straightforward, very reasonable, and includes an aftercare kit. I havent needed to follow up, but the aftercare kit includes contact information along with sanitary wash, instructions, and dates for jewelry changes. I plan to come back for future piercings.

This was the best experience ever!!! Spica has such a lovely environment and the COVID safety measures in place were exactly what I would expect and appreciate from a business. Alexia was the best piercer I’ve ever had. I have many ear piercings but I’d never gotten anything outside of that, so I was super nervous about getting my nose done. She talked me through the whole process and was so calming and helpful for all my questions. Alexia holds the most badass energy of anyone I’ve met and I cannot wait to get more piercings from her in the future!!!

I got my piercing here and just went into get the jewelry changed out. They are very nice, professional and clean. So if you don’t like those things I guess that’s on you. They can be booked out a little bit in advance but it is worth the wait.

All I wanted was to go buy myself a new septum piercing, and I knew exactly what I wanted and could have been in and out in 5 minutes. But apparently you need to schedule a 30 minute appointment with a $10 down payment just to buy jewelry, and there weren’t any appointments available for the next month… I understand it’s COVID but literally everyone is grocery shopping and going to work and school surrounded by people (including the employees, I’m assuming) so it’s truly just in vain, excessive, and a horrible business model. I would have loved to come get jewelry from here (and I’m assuming other people would do) but this has completely turned me off from this place

Took my teenage daughter here to get a piercing. Friendly staff, very nice interior, and a big selection of body jewelry. Also, the piercer gave my daughter lots of great info for taking care of her piercing. Highly recommended!

This was my first time to Spica, and it was a positive and reassuring experience. Alexias knowledge and experience with piercing was extensive. She gave thorough, clear, and scientific explanation of the piercing process and aftercare instructions which was very comforting. She has great aesthetic sense. Although I initially thought I wanted a particular placement design, her tiny tweak was wonderful, and I love my earrings! It was most helpful to have the time freedom upfront to make the right jewelry decisions, especially as a newbie. Beautiful and extensive jewelry collection. Very attractive business setting. Definitely where Id come for future piercings. Highly recommend.

I went in wanting quite a bit between new piercings and changing out jewelry in several healed ones. The experience was absolutely wonderful, handled with zero issues, and all in space that felt very safe and comfortable. They have a huge selection of jewelry to pick from and were very helpful in picking out pieces that would look best. Ashley did my piercings and was wonderful. She lined everything up perfectly with what I had already and made the whole process super easy. Definitely found my new place for piercings and jewelry.

I absolutely recommend Spica Body Piercing wholeheartedly. I’ve had four piercings done here and all have healed brilliantly and look fantastic. The venue is clean and comfortable and the piercers are fabulous to work with. Both Alexia and Ashley take the time to answer any and all questions and make you feel safe and comfortable. The jewelry selection is of excellent quality and reasonable price. I have pretty nasty metal allergies and I’ve never had a reaction from the jewelry I’ve purchased here.My youngest child has been begging to get their ears pierced and I will be taking them here for their piercings.

I visited Spica Body Piercing to have my septum pierced by Alexia. She was incredibly knowledgeable and proficient. She took the time to explain the pros and cons of the specific special requests that I had and was able to articulate to me what the best plan of action was. I ended up with a 12 gauge septum retainer. The entire time I was in Spica, I felt safe, clean, welcomed, and catered to. This was possibly the best piercing experience I have ever had. I would not hesitate to return for further piercing needs in the future. I would also gladly recommend Spica to anyone looking for a quality, professional, and fairly priced body piercing experience. Truly a top tier shop.

I’ve had my 5th piercing from Alexia! Another fantastic job, Many Thanks❣️The shop is absolutely Gorgeous & Spotless! I’m looking forward to a return visit for more beautiful jewelry.As always a very good explanation & aftercare has gone very smoothly!

Absolutely fantastic, extremely professional, very good communication, everything about this shop is wonderful, the artist Alexia is especially great. Very knowledgeable about their craft and will walk you through step by step to make sure youre getting exactly what you want. I wish I could do more than 5 stars because everything about my experience with this shop has been above and beyond.

Alexia was amazing! She is informative and so calming as she talks you through the piercing. The environment is clean and beautiful! The pricing is great and worth the wait for an appointment!

Ashley has been my piercer for about five years. Her choices of jewelry and color combinations so that they catch and reflect the light perfectly are amazing. Her piercing techniques and personality are so professional. Every visit with her leads to prettier and prettier piercings. I cant wait for my next visit!

I just got my first ever piercing done by Alexia. She took myself and 3 of my friends all in one time block. She was lovely to work with and really made me feel safe to ask questions. She thoroughly explained the process and I am in love with the piercings I got (as were all my friends). Highly recommend and I will be going back for more piercings as soon as these have healed up!

Amazing experience getting my nose pierced! Incredible jewelry selection, super helpful and friendly staff. I felt taken care of and even pampered during the process. Highly recommend!

I arrived expecting to need to have my ears re-pierced as two of my lobe piercings had closed in one ear. One had been closed for years, the other closed during the lockdown. I was surprised and pleased that Ashley could just tunnel in to the existing holes and stretch them sufficiently to insert my selected earrings. It was just a pinch and done! I have no reservations recommending Spica for piercing. They thoughtfully explained everything about the procedure and were quite helpful in selecting the starter studs. I might return to get a teeny tiny tattoo somewhere on this 70+ yo bod. We only live once, right?

I had a great experience here! They are super thorough, knowledgeable and kind. It had been a long time since my last piercing and Ashley had such a calming presence. Highly recommend!

I just got my first piercing in about 7 years today - my septum - done by Alexia, and I absolutely could not be happier! The shop is extremely clean and tidy, everyone is so kind and personable, and they walk you through every single step of the process, which alleviates any residual nerves.I will absolutely be back, and I 100% recommend stopping by if you’re looking to get something done in the Chapel Hill area!Thank you guys so much!

Kind and professional owners and reasonable prices for the high quality service

I cannot say enough good things about my experience at Spica with Alex! When I arrived for my appointment, they were ready for me and we jumped in right in. Alex made me feel comfortable and answered all of my questions about jewelry/piercing process beforehand. I will 10/10 recommend this place to anyone looking to get a piercing!

I always feel so comfortable coming to Spica Body Piercing! Alexia and Ashley are so polite and accommodating. They are super knowledgeable and always have great insight on the best jewelry to start with as well! This time I got my navel pierced and I love it! Cant wait to go back for my next piercings!!!

Great experience! I had a lot questions about the piercing placement (didnt want it to interfere with headphones, or the ear piece of glasses, etc.) and Alexia worked with me to find exactly the right placement. She collaborated with me to make sure I got exactly what I want. She never rushed me and was so patient and helpful. I love the piercing!Also, I caught my hair on the new piercing the next day and emailed them for advice. They got back to me right away (at 8pm on a Saturday) with helpful advice about what to do. I got everything cleaned up and the piercing is healing well. This has been my most comfortable piercing experience and I would definitely go back.

Great piercing shop! Jewlery selection is out of this world amazing! The shop was incredibly clean. My roommate and I both came in for piercings me a nostril and my roommate a septum. Both ladies worked with us for jewelry prices and placement. They even went above and beyond to remove my roommates ear cartilage that was stuck. They followed up and fixed my roommates septum when the ball came off due to accidentally fiddling with it while cleaning. We will both definitely be coming back for any other piercing needs!

Between safety measures and professionalism- they created a wonderful experience. Will definitely return!

Got my first lobes and a septum piercing today at Spica. Alexia was AMAZING, and I am absolutely in love with my piercings. She was happy to answer any and all questions I or the people I was with had, and she thoroughly explained the process and aftercare steps. I am going to be going back in the future to continue towards gauges, and she explained that process to me very clearly. I cannot wait to go back for more piercings, and I cannot recommend Alexia and this studio enough!

This is a great establishment. I went here to get my daith ring changed out since I couldn’t do it myself. The employee who worked with me was very patient while I picked out what ring I wanted. She was super helpful and friendly. The process of changing out the ring was super easy and painless. I would definitely go back here again. The only negative is the parking situation.

Fantastic experience with Alexia. Patiently explained my jewelry choices and why certain pieces would work better in my helix piercing. Highly recommend!

Great experience getting my 8 year old’s ears pierced. Definitely recommend!

The ladies here are so incredibly friendly. I had Ashley do a double helix and bilateral targus. She was amazing. Everything was clearly explained to me from start to finish. The shop is incredibly clean. Yes, you have to make an appointment, but please dont let that stop you from coming here.

Spica is a lovely relaxing piercing studio. Alexia and Ashley were right on time for my appointment and helped me decide on the jewelry and explained all the process. Alexia took me to the super clean piercing room which was nice and private and not too cold. She explained the piercing care post piercing and kept it simple and no none sense. I had explained in advance that I had had a prior piercing in the same nipple and was concerned about scar tissue. Alexia looked it over and was perfect in her placement to minimize pain and to make it look good. She picked the perfect length and gauge. I look forward to working with her to stretch the piercing to equal the other nipple. See you soon! well not too soon.

BEST piercing experience ever! Alexia is super professional, makes sure you are comfortable and feeling safe throughout the process and does a great job at fitting, changing and piercing. Ever since being pierced by Alexia, she is the only piercer I return to! Prices aren’t cheap but the quality of jewelry and piercing is 100% worth it. Can’t speak more highly of this place!

Absolutely stellar customer service, beautiful shop, knowledgeable and professional staff. Wonderful experience!

Alexia is truly a kind, knowledgeable and friendly piercer! I only needed a jewelry change for my conch (which was reacting poorly to its prior jewelry purchased at a different studio), and she was so thoughtful in walking me through prices, materials and aftercare. Felt very safe and comfortable in these covid times. Ill be back!

This was our first experience at Shakti, and my daughters first piercing since she was a child. The staff were extremely knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, and just fun folks. They immediately put my daughter at ease, setting expectations and ensuring we understood the plan for the visit. Everything went as smoothly as could be, and my daughter is thrilled with the outcome. Definitely worth the visit!

I had an absolutely lovely first experience during my jewelry consult appointment at Shakti Body Piercing. Alexia and Ashley were so helpful and knowledgeable with years of experience. Inside the building is beautiful. The jewelry is ethically and domestically sourced and absolutely gorgeous. Their protocols and their attention to detail was incredible. I learned so much and I cannot wait to book my next appointment!

Excellent experience here! So many jewelry options and the staff was incredibly friendly and professional and made sure you knew what was going on every step of the way.

As someone who values the tiniest details and punctuality, I really could not have asked for a better experience. Ashley is an absolute piercing expert, and so is Alexia, who worked with me the past several months to get the exact threadless jewelry I dreamed of for bilateral tragus piercings. I will be back to browse their gorgeous, domestically-sourced jewelry and participate in piercing follow-up care. This is where you go for beauty, for aesthetic, for professionalism, and for making a partnership with businesswomen who really care.

Such an enjoyable experience! I’ve been here several times now and it’s always a pleasure. The staff is so knowledgeable and make a real effort to keep your appointment as stress free as possible.

Alexia and Ashley are amazing in absolutely every way. They made us feel safe and cared for and I would recommend them to anyone! They also have a great selection of high quality jewelry at reasonable prices.

This is the best piercing place Ive been to. Ashley was amazing and thorough and did a wonderful job explaining every part of the process.

Ashley was a delight! Made me feel very comfortable, answered all my questions, and did a great job.

TLDR - Ive wasted about $200 here on piercings that had to be taken out and redone. My septum piercing was completely crooked and my industrial piercing was not done correctly. Save yourself the money and just go to Gypsy Hill. Its not on Franklin, but its in Chapel Hill too, and they get it done right the FIRST time. I know Alexia TALKS as if shes super knowledgeable, but based on my experience, she doesnt have a good artistic eye for piercings and shes also not very skilled at it.I got done a septum and an industrial here. The septum piercing I got here was incredibly crooked the first time - it looked like it was shifted to one side (refer to pics). Immediately when I saw it, it looked off, and I told Alexia, who as a piercer, shouldve been able to see sense that the placement of the piercing was crooked. She told me that it looked pretty straight to her and that maybe it was the swelling. To me, it seemed like she just didnt pierce it straight, but I still decided to wait for a few days to see if it looked any better. After a week, the septum piercing still looked bad, so I reached out to Alexia to have her look at it again. This time, she took a closer look, and admitted that the piercing was totally crooked and offered a free redo.Even after getting the septum done a second time by her, the piercing still looked off! It felt too awkward to tell her that after the SECOND try, so I decided to wait it out. Alexia really struggled to put the ball at the end of the piercing (I got a horseshoe the 2nd time), and after about a week, the ball fell off. I went back to the studio to get a replacement and also to have her see if the piercing was crooked. She told me it looked straight. But to me, it still looked off (although better than the first time!...), and especially because the piercing sits down the center of the face, the slight asymmetry was really bothering me. Either way, Alexia again struggled to put the ball back on the piercing. I dont know if theres an issue with her piercings or if her hands are just not nimble enough, but I remember coming out the shop and part of the screw (where the ball is supposed to completely screw into) was still exposed. It seemed like she just jammed in the ball rather than screw it onto the bar properly. Not surprisingly, the ball fell off AGAIN, and this time, the entire piercing actually fell out, and my septum closed up. I contacted Alexia and this time, she was not offering a free redo. But honestly, I think the piercing gods were looking out for me because I decided to get it redone at a different piercing shop in Chapel Hill (Gypsy Hill), and wow, in his FIRST TRY, the piercer was able to get it completely straight. I looked in the mirror and had no doubts that the piercing was not crooked. Here I was thinking that maybe my nose/septum itself was crooked and that septum piercings would not look right on me.While I was at Gypsy Hill, I had them look at my industrial because the back of it got loose and the bar fell out (this seems to be a common theme with Shakti piercings. I have 7 other piercings in my ears and NEVER had issues like this). I thought the piercer at Gypsy Hill would just put the bar back in, but he actually told me the entire industrial piercing was done incorrectly and recommended I just take out the entire piercing and let it heal and redo it. Apparently, industrials are supposed to go through the center of your cartilage, but Alexia had pierced through half cartilage, half skin, and one good snag wouldve ripped the piercing out. I also want to mention I had quite a bit of issues with that piercing with a huge bump not going away for a long time (Again, never an issue with my other piercings).Im honestly confused by the overwhelming positive reviews for this place. I wish I had taken more pictures because the attached ones definitely make the piercing look a lot BETTER than it did. For earlobe piercings, this is probably a safe place to go to, but I would definitely not come here for any facial or body piercings.

They were gentle and willing to take the time to explain to me what I didnt understand. No newbie shaming. Very classy.

It was my first time getting a piercing other than my ears, and the piercer made me feel so comfortable I was hardly even nervous! She spent the majority of the time talking me through every detail of the piercing, the aftercare, the jewelery, and when I would be able to change my initial piercing out. She took her time to make sure it was placed just right and talked me through the entire process. Her expertise and calm demeanor was clearly the result of many years of experience, and I would recommend this shop to anyone!

I came to Spica to get my 2nd earlobe piercings and it completely transformed my piercing experience. Before coming here, I was only familiar with Claires-style mall-kiosk piercings that left me traumatized. It was super therapeutic - Ashley guided me through every single step as soon as I came in the door, leaving no room for surprises, which really helped with the pre-piercing anxiety that was building all day. The space is clean, cute, and cozy - I will definitely be coming back!Edit: I am taking two stars off my review because this is the 2nd time whoever picks up the phone here has been rude and condescending. Customer service 101: dont make fun of someone whos asking for help.

I have had nothing but great experiences here. The studio is very clean and professional, especially during COVID. Everyone I know who has gotten pierced here has not had any issue with their piercings, and they all look wonderful. Alexia is incredibly kind and caring as well. Would recommend to anyone in the area looking to get quality piercings done right.

Alexia is such a friendly and knowledgeable piercer - I could not have asked for a better experience. I was particularly nervous about the piercing I was getting and she did an amazing job of explaining everything to me and making me feel better. The shop was incredibly clean and all around was wonderful.

Excellent customer service from both Alexia and Ashley! I wont be going anywhere else for my piercings from now on

Shakti is absolutely amazing! Both women are such skilled piercers and lovely, patient professionals. I was never rushed and felt like Alexia offered as much guidance and advice as I needed. Theyre both truly experts and make the experience so pleasant! The jewelry selection is great--I was able to find exactly what I wanted and helped to make sure I got the perfect piece for the location. The studio is clean and inviting and their COVID precautions are on point! I cant recommend Shakti highly enough!

I had a wonderful experience getting my conch piercing done here three weeks. It is the best experience I’ve had getting a piercing and I experienced little to no pain during the piercing and it is healing beautifully. (I often forget that I have it pierced.) They have amazing selection of jewelry and a very clean and professional atmosphere. You will not be disappointed. I look forward to coming back here for other jewelry and/or piercings.

I had a great experiences! They had great safety precautions and were very respectful. The whole process was amazing. The owner and piercer were so patient and gave all of their attention to me. The environment was open and comforting. I would recommend this shop to anyone.

I found this business based on reviews and every good thing I’d read was true! Alexia and Ashley were so kind and professional, jewelry selection was great, the process start to finish was the best I’ve had. I would recommend Shakti to anyone!

Alexia is amazing! She is soooo knowledgeable about her profession and is happy to answer any and all questions. This shop is clean, professional and has lots of lovely jewelry options. Highly, highly recommend.

Alexia is the absolute sweetest and most professional piercer Ive ever met, especially during these pandemic times. She was thorough with her explanations and talked me through the process since I was a bit nervous. I went to her for a septum piercing and she was so nice, chatting with me the entire time and providing me with excellent explanations of how exactly I would be managing the piercing. If you are looking for quality, as well as someone who will make you laugh while a needle is in your nose, Shakti Body Piercing is the place to go!

Overall great experience. Professional, extremely informative and knowledgeable. Alexia and Ashley have the ability to ease any nerves and walk you through the entire process. I would recommend this shop without hesitation. Thanks guys! I love the new addition.

This place is amazing, I have been going since it opened. I have gotten many piercings here. It is very professional, clean, and beautiful. The staff is awesome and the owner is the best piercer I have ever had- you can tell she is very experienced and loves her job. Best pricing in the area. 10/10.

I can only add to the excellent reviews already available after having my septum pierced this past weekend. Alexia is completely awesome! She is so knowledgeable, thoughtful, professional, and incredibly skillful. And super fun to chat with! She has curated an amazing jewelry selection, and her studio space is absolutely gorgeous, welcoming, dynamic, and comfortable. All around, this is just THE place to get your piercings. (Alexia has also arranged for a really safe and comfortable experience amidst the current Covid restrictions.)

Highly recommended for a piercing! The experience was easy, clean, and professional. Alexia is amazing at what she does and offers expert guidance and a calm vibe. Many thanks!!

Lexi & Ashley are wonderful. Beautiful shop & very clean and safe. Both ladies make you feel like youre at home. Beautiful selection of jewelry to choose from. Definitely going back.

Love this studio! I have never been to a more professional place. When you walk in, they take all of the proper precautions to keep everyone safe. It is extremely clean inside, and has beautiful decor. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and they explain things in a way that is easy to understand! The jewelry selection is wonderful too... you can find most anything to compliment your piercing.All of these things have made for an enjoyable experience all around.

Love, love, love! From the second they opened the door, I had an incredible experience at Shakti. Beautiful space, clean with great covid protocols, most importantly Alexia and Ashley were fantastic. I only was half joking when I told them I wanted to stick around and just hang out with them the rest of the day. They walked me through their method, the aftercare, and my next steps. I went here on a referral, and im so glad I did.

Coming to Shakti has to be the best decision I’ve made in 2020! The staff here were knowledgeable, kind, and welcoming. There are cases and cases of gorgeous jewelry at a variety of price points - all of it was very good quality, too.I came in for a jewelry change after a less-than satisfactory experience at another Chapel Hill studio. My new piece is beautiful and I can’t wait to come back for new jewelry and/or piercings!

Really great experience with my ten year old! Clean, professional, and very kind.

The absolute kindest and most patient piercers!! Made me feel so comfortable and didn’t make me feel dumb for any of my questions. And got a perfectly placed nostril piercing for a great price!

Truly the only place I will ever get pierced! Alexia is an absolute professional - she knows what she is doing and cares about the result. I had a piercing that just wouldnt seem to heal and she worked with me for months trying to save it (midi piercings are not the move). When I finally gave up on it, I was back in her chair a few days later to try another spot.Every single one of my experiences here has been exceptional! I have been many times during the pandemic and always feel very safe. They have a routine that they stick to - only one appointment at a time in the shop, temperature checks, face masks (of course), and hand sanitizing.Along with being clean, the shop itself is so cool and cozy. There is a huge variety of jewelry, and she was even kind enough to order a specific piece of jewelry for me that she didnt carry in the shop.I cant say enough wonderful things about Shakti. I wouldnt go anywhere else!

Best experience ever! Duncan greeted me and was a gem - funny and personable, very helpful. Alexia did my conch piercing and was FANTASTIC! Super knowledgeable, very reassuring, and gave great advice based on the shape of my ear. When it came time to do the piercing, she was so calm and I felt NO PAIN. This woman clearly knows her stuff and runs a great business. Very clean, inviting, and lot of great jewelry options! Cannot recommend enough.

COVID Review: Such a wonderful experience. At no point did I feel unsafe, uncomfortable, or rushed. They disinfect everything, change gloves, and even gave me a disposable mask because the one I brought was too thick and was pulling my ears forward (I got my earlobes pierced). Hand sanitizer readily available. Wonderful bedside manner. Explained every part of the process clearly and simply, and provided all relevant details. Transparent pricing. Definitely experts at what they do.

All of my friends got pierced here and they swear its the best. They were right. It was an altogether amazing experience.

The paragon of what a piercing studio should be! Shakti is staffed by highly knowledgeable and personable piercing professionals.The studio has a welcoming, bright, and clean atmosphere, and they stock quality, beautiful jewelry. Im so happy to know that Chapel Hill has a wonderful piercing studio in a highly walkable location close to a major university - other towns are not so lucky! With their COVID-conscious policies and detailed aftercare instructions, youll leave well-taken care of. Its always a joy to stop by the studio.

Had the best experience! I had earrings that were stuck on my ears for years and they were able to help me get them off and even helped me choose out new earrings. They have a great jewelry selection, and were so professional. Also were absolutely amazing with COVID. I will most definitely be back!

Shakti is amazing! Alexia is so kind and makes purchasing jewelry a breeze. I always have a hard time deciding what jewelry to get, but Alexia gave me ideas that I immediately loved. Alexia makes fantastic conversation that keeps you engaged and prevents any awkward pauses whilst you browse, get new jewelry, or a new piercing. Alexia makes you feel welcome and comfortable. Furthermore, the selection of jewelry they offer is incomparable to other shops in the triad. They offer something for everyones taste and price range. Not only is Alexia great, but the receptionist (Duncan I believe) is just as kind and considerate as Alexia herself. I wholeheartedly recommend everyone go to Shakti Body Piercing.

I have had the pleasure of being pierced by both Ashley and Alexia over the years, and have always had a great experience with them both. They are both highly professional, knowledgeable, and experienced and do a great job of communicating and educating about the piercing and aftercare process. I havent been out much since covid, but I was so impressed with the safety precautions regarding that at Shakti. The space is also *gorgeous* and if I didnt have to leave I probably could have looked at that jewelry collection all day (just seriously beautiful high quality pieces and an option for everyone). Ill definitely be happily making the drive from Raleigh again to be pierced here.

Incredible! Alexia never seizes to amaze me! I came back for my second nostril piercing, and felt super nervous about not having a support person. When I entered it felt like Alexia was my support person! She explains everything with precision, she is extremely patient, and so very kind. She pierces so quick, and is extremely knowledgeable about the process. I and so grateful for Alexia! I will ALWAYS recommend Shakti Body Piercing!!

Alexia is absolutely amazing and extremely knowledgeable! I took my daughter to get her septum pierced a couple of weeks ago and could not be more pleased with our experience. Duncan is very personable and welcomed us in, taking us through the check-in process, following stringent protocol and guidelines in response to COVID. Alexia takes time to thoroughly discuss aftercare prior to piercing and clearly explains what she is doing throughout. A couple of days after her piercing, one of the balls fell off and my daughter couldn’t find it. I called Alexia and she got us in at the end of the day to replace it! We will definitely be back in the future and would recommend Shakti to anyone looking for a great piercing experience!Side note: My daughter has had minimal discomfort from the beginning and her piercing is healing beautifully.

Alexia was absolutely wonderful! She took great care to provide a clean and safe environment. Her front desk staff member, Duncan, was incredibly attentive and helpful as I had difficulty deciding on a piece of jewelry. Duncan was well-versed on all the details of each piece and helped me pick one that I loved. Alexia is clearly an expert, she provided extensive counseling on the piercing process and appropriate after-care for effective healing. She chatted with me and made me feel comfortable during the piercing itself, which helped distract me from the pain. I appreciate the measures she is taking in maintaining cleanliness and physical distancing amidst the COVID pandemic. Alexia encouraged me to contact her for a consult free of charge if I experience ANY problem with my piercing. I have several piercings from different studios. I have never had a bad experience, but after my experience here I would absolutely recommend Alexia first for anyone interested in getting a body piercing!

Went to have two of my cartilage piercings taken out (previously done elsewhere, never quite healed right) and have the jewelry changed on another -- Alexia and Duncan were exceptionally helpful walking through all my options and provided wonderful service. Their jewelry choices are gorgeous - the average person may say pricier, but Id say you get what you pay for especially when you want it in your body for a long time! The studio is a beautiful space and clean as can be. I am very glad to have them here in Chapel Hill!

I would recommend this place to everyone! The entire staff is extremely kind and accommodating. They make the process easy and even make uneasy parents feel calm. I have gone here for four piercings and I have never had any issues. Alexia is a gem and so trustworthy. Go here!!!

Excellent customer service and heightened safety protocols in excess of what I have experienced at other retailers. The jewelry selection is another plus. The cartilage piercing was a great 18th birthday present for my daughter! Ashley and Alexandria are extremely professional. I highly recommend this business.

Alexia was my piercer and she was nothing but wonderful! I really appreciated the covid guidelines and it made me feel comfortable and safe. Everything is clean. Alexia was friendly, very professional, and easy to talk to! Definitely will go back here for future piercings.

Comfortable, clean and professional place! I would recommend this to anyone looking for a reputable piercer.

Ashley was really gentle with me; this place is really great for anyone who has anxiety/anticipation issues. The piercing itself didnt really feel like anything, and they explained everything quite well with clear instruction.

WOW! I was so impressed with Shakti Body Piercing! Alexia pierced me and I couldnt recommend enough :) She really cares about making sure you get what you are wanting to do, and she is really helpful if you dont know much about piercings or if you are new to it all! Also, Alexia clearly knows a lot about piercings, and I would totally trust her with any piercing of mine!

I truly loved my experience here. I got Dermals today by Ashley! Alexia was also there and extremely knowledgeable. This is an amazing piercing place. I felt beyond comfortable.

Best experience anyone could ask for from a piercing place! Would highly recommend!

This was by far the best and most personalized experience I have had in a piercing studio. The team was phenomenal and made me feel like family. Thank you!

Alexia is really friendly and helpful. She uses your ideas about what you want/where you want it and offers suggestions based on her own expertise. Her judgement is especially helpful for deciding jewelry because I often don’t really know what I want. She’s super great and it’s where I always go now for piercings! :)

Love the place, the jewelry and the artist (piercer).

Shakti Body Piercing has tons of beautiful, and unique jewelry options. Staff were very professional and polite. The establishment was very clean and tranquil. The staff present and perform genuine care about their job and the customer.

Excellent experience. Alexia and Duncan are welcoming and well-organized. The online booking system is a snap, and expectations around COVID are made clear in advance. The studio is comfortable and spotless, and Alexia takes aftercare instruction seriously. Would not hesitate to recommend to a friend, or to come back myself!

Alexia was so friendly and truly a genuine spirit. I was initially nervous about my nose piercing but she walked me step by step and when it was all said and done, it was a smooth process. She provided me with after care instructions and then told me to reach out should I have any questions. Definitely will be seeing her again in the near future.

Great experience! I was nervous coming in but they are very professional and got everything right! Great pricing as well! I definitely recommend!

I made an appointment online the day before and went in to get my nose pierced. They had a wide variety of jewelry for all price ranges. After getting temperature checked, washing your hands, and signing a quick and easy waiver form, Alexia explained the after-care in extreme detail. The piercing itself was quick and looked awesome!! Will definitely be coming back for more (:

Alexia is simply the best! She was able to taper my existing piercing that I haven’t worn for 7 years with mild discomfort. She walked me through everything and made me feel super comfortable. She also has amazing jewelry options and I can’t wait to go back and buy more! Thank you Alexia!!

Yall, these people are so kind and very professional.

The piercer, Alexia, takes so much time and is incredibly professional. Definitely the go to for Chapel Hill and the whole area around! I have been to 5 different piercers in my life, but this experience was exceptional. I went there with a friend and we have both been to different places in the triangle, too, and this one was by far the best. I felt so comfortable, I even got 2 piercings instead of one. Also, Sarah down at the reception does a great job preparing you and helping you chose your jewellery.The place is clean and welcoming, I will soon be back and will recommend this place to all of my friends!If you want a high-quality work for an affordable price, go here. 10/10 recommend!!!Best wishes to you and see you soon,Alexia & her friend Bobbie :)

Went in today for a piercing after reading all the amazing reviews about Alexia and was not disappointed. I valued her professional opinion and feedback, she was super honest and did good by me as far as how the re-piercing (which actually didnt have to happen, she just tapered it open), and they really look out for the clientele with any blood sugar related issues, and even anxiety. She was amazing. I absolutely love this place, and they have an amazing selection of jewelry that is high quality and very reasonably price. The shop itself is very clean and comfortable. All this to say highly recommend here if youre trying to find a go-to piercing place, look no further!

Alexia is just about the most knowledgeable piercer Ive ever met. Prices are very reasonable with very high quality jewelry in a wide variety of price ranges to fit most budgets. Shell give knowledgeable help and advice if a piercing is irritated or any other possible question/concern you might have. The place itself has an amazing energy to it. Between the friendly staff, the gracious pragmatic owner, the good vibes of the space, I always leave with a big smile on my face!

Alexia is FANTASTIC. Wonderful experience! The space is gorgeous and her selection of high-quality earrings is great. She made me feel comfortable with her warm personality and knowledge of piercings. Duncan is also lovely!