How should I clean my new piercing?

Clean your piercing twice a day with sterile saline or a saltwater solution. Avoid alcohol or hydrogen peroxide, as they slow healing.

How long does a piercing take to heal?

Most piercings heal in 6–12 weeks. Cartilage or dermal piercings can take several months. Always follow our Piercing Aftercare Irlam guide for best results.

Can I change my jewellery early?

Wait until your piercing is fully healed before changing jewellery. Swapping too early can cause irritation or infection.

What should I do if my piercing becomes sore or swollen?

Rinse with saline, avoid touching it, and see a professional piercer if pain continues. The Viper Pit in Irlam offers free aftercare checks.

Do you offer aftercare advice in person?

Yes! Every client at The Viper Pit Irlam receives verbal and written aftercare guidance with their piercing.

Piercings in Irlam

Safe, professional, needle-only ear, nose and body piercings at The Viper Pit. Book online or visit our licensed Irlam studio, near Salford and the Trafford Centre.

Popular piercing prices

Double lobes £40
Nose £35
Helix £35
Tragus £35
Navel £35
Little Viper £65

Suitable starter jewellery and aftercare guidance are included. Check each service for age, identification and consent requirements.

Why choose The Viper Pit?

Hundreds of five-star Google reviews.
Licensed by Salford Council.
Needle-only piercing with sterile, single-use equipment.
A dedicated piercing room.
Over 10 years of professional experience.

Ear, nose & body piercings

Ear: lobe, helix, tragus, daith, rook and conch.
Nose: nostril, septum and bridge.
Oral: labret, medusa, smiley and tongue.
Body: dermal and surface piercings.

Your appointment, step by step

Talk it through. We discuss your chosen piercing, assess suitability and explain jewellery and pricing.
Check the placement. Your piercer marks the position and checks it with you before proceeding.
Needle-only piercing. We use a sterile, single-use needle and fit suitable starter jewellery in our dedicated piercing room.
Leave with clear advice. We explain aftercare and how to contact the studio with questions.

Aftercare & support

Every piercing includes aftercare advice. Read our Piercing Aftercare Guide or explore our Ear Piercing Placement & Styling Guide.

Before booking, use the piercing appointment checklist to check ID, consent and what to bring. Parents can find the correct service on our baby and infant or children’s ear-piercing pages.

Visiting from Urmston? Confirm availability before travelling. Contact the studio with questions.

Piercing booking FAQs

Do you take walk-ins?

Walk-ins are welcome, subject to availability. Booking ahead secures your appointment.

Where are you located?

84 Liverpool Road, Irlam — around 10 minutes from the Trafford Centre and 15 minutes from Salford by car.

How do I book?

Choose your piercing, date and time through our online booking system. Your confirmation arrives after booking.