Hillsborough St Tattoo and Body Piercing

The shop was clean and had a really professional vibe. Riki and Christian were super nice and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. I had a little trouble getting my existing nose ring back in, but Riki stayed patient and got it done. The wait time was really short for a walk-in, especially in a busy area near NCSU. I’ll definitely be coming back for any future piercings.

I don't often leave reviews but I love this place! Whenever someone mentions wanting a piercing i always strongly recommend going here. I got my bridge done yesterday by christian, as well as my septum a month prior (which is healing perfectly). Very friendly staff, they’ll make sure everything is even, very clean and explain the process thoroughly as well as making sure you’re comfortable. :) It can be expensive yes, but it is always worth it. i compare it to getting cheap plastic surgery, as in not worth the risk of getting an infection or botched piercing to save a little money. After having a horrendous experience getting my daith pierced somewhere else in 2020 which eventually fully rejected; I did my research, found the APP website and saw Rikki! I had come in to get my daith re-pierced back around 2021, it healed perfectly and never had any issues. I’ve been coming here ever since and will not go anywhere else! :D

5 stars. I stopped by Hillsborough Street Tattoo & Piercing as a walk-in for a quick follow-up and ended up having one of the best piercing experiences I’ve ever had. Christian was exceptional — professional, personable, and clearly takes a lot of pride in his craft. He helped me replace the backs on my helix and forward helix, assisted with my nostril jewelry, and gave me honest advice about waiting before doing fresh piercings on both ears (prioritizing my wellness over profit which I really respected). What really stood out was his attention to detail — from how clean and organized he was with his equipment to how precisely he measured for symmetry and alignment. You can tell he genuinely cares about his work and his clients. We chatted about video games and anime the whole time, and he made the experience easy, relaxed, and fun. I even decided to add a matching nostril and a labret (low-bret) midway through, and he managed to fit it all in with total professionalism. It’s rare to find someone who blends skill, hygiene, artistry, and great vibes so naturally. I’m beyond impressed — Christian will definitely be my go-to from here on out. Highly recommend!