Forbidden Piercings Blog

Body Jewelry for $1.99 WTH!

2011-12-30T14:32:00.000-08:00

We have a category of body jewelry for just $1.99. That's unheard of on most websites considering what it is. Spiral belly rings, CBRs, eyebrow barbells with spikes and balls, and horseshoes.

Forbidden Piercings is now on Facebook

2011-12-30T13:45:00.000-08:00

That's right people. We decided to get into social networking and joined Facebook. Stop by and leave a comment or post. If there's anything you would like to see in the store, just post it. We are trying to build out inventory. We thought about single flare glass plugs. Ideas on color and sizes? Let us know. Thanks

Ear Stretching Kits with Plugs - BACK IN STOCK

2011-09-12T16:12:00.000-07:00

Our popular 32 piece Ear Stretching Kit with plugs is Back In Stock. No one has a kit priced like this. We had several emails regarding when they would be back, so Now you know. 14 gauge to 0 gauge taper and ear gauges are here. The plugs are grooved for the o-rings.

Ear Stretching Kits with Plugs

2010-10-25T11:48:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,
Our 32 piece ear stretching kit with plugs is back in stock. That's right; the 14 gauge - 0 gauge stretching kit which includes 16 tapers and 16 plugs. At only $27.25, that's less than a buck a piece. You do the math! This has to be the lowest price on the net. If you see it cheaper elsewhere, drop us an email!

Saba Wood Gauges

2010-10-08T21:46:00.000-07:00

These Saba Wood Gauges are the start of some organic gauges that come directly from the artisans hands; straight from Bali, Indonesia to Forbidden Piercings. No so called "wholesalers" were involved. These show the true craftsmanship of these people in which carving, as a way of life, has been passed from generation to generation. We hope you enjoy these works of art. Forbidden Piercings

Yellow Howlite Organic Gauges and Eyebrow Piercings Jewelry

2010-09-24T14:13:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,
Like I said previously, we have alot of stuff coming your way. Just added are some very nice Yellow Howlite single flare organic gauges and a 4 piece pack of eyebrow piercings jewelry. The 4 piece pack contains 1 black titanium anodized spiral in 5/16" with spikes, 1 316L surgical stainless steel spiral in 3/8" with U.V. acrylic balls, and 2 316L surgical stainless steel barbells(1 with U.V. acrylic balls and the other U.V. acrylic cones). Stop by the Forbidden Piercings website.

Moss Agate Organic Gauges

2010-09-24T11:19:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,
We have ALOT of organic gauges on the way. Just in are some Moss Agate gauges. These are probably my favorite next to Tiger Eye. Green and white in color, Moss agate resembles moss growing on white quartz. Due to its association with nature, Moss Agate fosters feelings of expansion, freedom, and space. We hope you enjoy these as much as the tribe at Forbidden Piercings.

Ear Taper Price Reduction

2010-07-20T07:32:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,
Our Ear Tapers have been reduced to $1.50 each. This includes the Black Talons, Acylic U.V., and Lava Swirl Ear Tapers.

New Plugs and Gauges in the Forbidden Piercings Store

2010-07-13T17:52:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,
We have just added some Black Silicone Ear Gauges, Ocean Blue Agate Gauges(Organic stone), U shaped stretchers that can be worn as tapers or regular jewelry, and some Clear CZ Ear Gauges if you need a little bling for your ears. We will continue to expand our line of Plugs and Gauges. If there's something you would like to see in the Forbidden Piercings Store , please let us know. If you see something priced lower, please send us a link to that store.

New acrylic and organic plugs & gauges

2010-03-21T11:28:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,
We have alot of new coconut, cherry, oak, and zebra wood plugs and tunnels in the store. We also have new acrylic peace sign, yin yang, and pot leaf plugs. We also have 18 gauge, 16 gauge, and 14 gauge Piercing Needles Here's a link the store: Organic Plugs Gauges Just select acrylic or wood and take a look.

Glass Gauges / Plugs are in the store!

2010-01-09T12:06:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone,
We just got in some glass gauges that are hand made and priced right. Most hand made glass gauges are $25-$45 a pair. NOT HERE! Currently we have cobalt blue glass and violet glass gauges. The violet is really cool due to the fact these plugs will change to a baby blue color depending on the light. We are going to continue to bring you the items you're looking for or request. Here are the links: Cobalt Blue Glass Gauges , Violet Glass Gauges

Ear Stretching Kits

2009-12-08T13:12:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone,
Do you know someone that's starting to stretch their lobes a little? We just got in some acrylic and 316L Ear Stretching Kits that have 2 tapers with o-rings and 2 non-flared plugs with o-rings. The plugs are grooved for the o-rings. The acrylic kits are by the gauge(14 gauge thru 0 gauge) or you can get the whole kit that includes 32 pieces. The 316L stainless steel kits(includes 18 pieces) go from 0 gauge to 1 inch gauge, and are grooved for the 0-rings. Some of these kits I have seen just have 1 taper in them, and you have to buy the other. I know when I stretch my ears, I do both at the same time. Here's the link if want to check them out: Ear Stretching Kits

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The Classic Surgical Steel Tunnels are in stock

2009-12-04T21:00:00.000-08:00

Hi Everyone,
The classic double flared and single flared surgical steel tunnels from 0 gauge to 1 inch are in stock. The single flared tunnels are grooved for the o-ring. You shouldn't have to pay $25-$45 for a pair of 1 inch tunnels. These may not last long as they are selling quick.

FDA News Release concerning Care-Tech Laboratories

2009-11-29T12:31:00.000-08:00

Hi Everyone,
For those of you that don't visit the Association of Professional Piercers website very often, there is some information I wanted to share with you. There was a FDA News Release on September 8, 2009, concerning products made by Care-Tech Laboratories. These are antimicrobial products some of you may be purchasing from online body jewelry stores to clean your piercings. One product is Satin Soap. Here's a clip of the release "The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced that St. Louis-based Care-Tech Laboratories Inc. and its principal officers, John C. Brereton and Sherry L. Brereton, have signed a consent decree, agreeing to stop the illegal manufacture, marketing, and distribution of over-the-counter (OTC) antimicrobial drugs used to treat and prevent infection." Some of these online stores are selling a 4 oz. bottle of Satin Soap for $6. You can get a 64 oz. bottle(that's 1/2 gallon) of antibacterial soap from these big box department stores for just over $3. I have been cleaning my piercings with this $3 bottle of antibacterial soap, and have never had an infection. There are 16 products listed in the article. There's an 800 number for consumers who wish to return any listed product in their possession. Here's one more small clip from the article " the FDA recommends that Care-Tech’s customers seek alternative products." If you wish to read the article, the link is above.

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New Jewelry in the Forbidden Piercings Store

2009-11-28T21:01:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone,
We have alot of new organics in the store. Just in are water buffalo bone tunnels that have a polish that makes them resemble ivory. We also got in some amber organic plugs that are more beautiful than the real thing, but at a fraction of the cost. One of my favorites is the tiger eye tunnels that are hand carved in Bali. For those of you that prefer flareless plugs, we have some marble swirl no-flare plugs with o-rings. We have alot of stocking stuffers for your favorite pierced one.

Price vs. Quality in Body Jewelry

2009-11-23T19:41:00.000-08:00

I have been reading posts and blogs on the internet from people assuming that because body jewelry is priced low, that the jewelry is of low quality. Stupid assumption. A lower price doesn't necessarily imply poor quality! Someone asked in a post, "How much should I pay for XYZ?" Someone replied, "look for the higher priced XYZs and you'll be getting quality stuff." How stupid does one have to be to post such a ridiculous reply.

If two shop owners paid the same price for an item to sell, Then I'm assuming you are going to buy the one that is the most expensive. Well, first of all, one would be a total idiot to believe this. Secondly, there will be shop owners losing business and after

a period of time, going out of business. Let's use our brain for a second. Prices can be lower to be competitive, or prices can be lower to attract business. If your prices are low, you are likely to have repeat business. There's something about what you are selling if people continue to make a 2nd and 3rd purchase. Sure, some items will cost more due to the item being a speciality. Take a hand carved item for instance. The price may be determined by the material the item is carved from, availability of material, time in carving the item, shipping if not local, and the overall cost incurred by the shop owner.

I'm assuming people still price shop. Two stores are selling the same exact tv. The tv is $800 in store A, and the same tv is $650 in store B. Which tv are you going to buy? Let me guess. The more expensive one. Is the cheaper tv inferior to the one costing $150 more? Uh-h-h no. Which store will sell more TVs? I hope you get my point here.

Some friends actually admitted to paying $12.99 FOR A BELLY RING! My eyes started to bulge out. The belly ring fell apart in a matter of days. It was junk. Trust me when I tell you this, "ALOT of people are selling overpriced junK!" Are they going to buy from this shop again? Who knows? I do know one thing. I wouldn't! That's where "word of mouth" comes in. If your quality is bad, word will spread quicker than a California wildfire. Then again, if your quality is good and priced right, word will spread equally the same.

Take a look at our flared plugs and tunnels and compare prices. That's carnelian stone, green jade, tiger eye, black onyx, turquoise, just to name a few. Take your pick of categories: Acrylic, Stone, Wood, Bone, or Surgical Steel. Here are some links:

Organic Plugs & Gauges
Industrial Barbells