Seventeen years into this craft and I’m still just as passionate as ever—but one thing I’m especially proud of is being New York City’s only member of the Association of Professional Piercers (APP).

This isn’t just a title—it’s a commitment. A promise. A responsibility to offer piercing services that meet the highest possible standards in health, safety, ethics, and education. And for me, that standard isn’t negotiable.

What Being an APP Member Actually Means

Anyone can call themselves a professional piercer—but being an APP member means I’ve chosen to go above and beyond. It means I:

  • Work exclusively with implant-grade materials—no mystery metals, no compromises
  • Use a SciCan Statim 2000 for verifiable sterilization, every single time
  • Stay certified in Bloodborne Pathogens and CPR/First Aid
  • Commit to ongoing education, attending conferences, seminars, and training every year
  • Adhere to a code of ethics that puts your health, comfort, and consent first

APP membership isn’t something you buy—it’s something you earn, and something I recommit to annually.

If you’re unsure about your piercer’s practices, the APP’s public directory is a great place to start: www.safepiercing.org

Doing It Right, Right Here on Staten Island

I’m proud to offer safe, high-quality body piercing right here in Staten Island—without my clients needing to leave the borough for safe, reputable work. Whether you’re getting your first lobe piercing or a complex curation, I’ve built a space where everything is done with intention, precision, and care.

I operate by appointment only, so your time here is private, unrushed, and fully focused on you.

Jewelry That Lives Up to the Standard

I only stock jewelry that’s APP-compliant from brands like BVLA, Industrial Strength, Anatometal, NeoMetal, and more. I even anodize titanium in-house, so your jewelry can reflect your style with a custom touch.

When you choose a piercer who is an APP member, you’re choosing quality, safety, and transparency—and I’m honored to be that choice for so many of you.

📟 Text to schedule: 347-770-7653
🗓 Book online: book.ipricku.com

Thank you for trusting me with your piercings—and for supporting a studio that truly puts safety first.
Here’s to continuing to raise the bar.

— Paul
APP Member Piercer • IPRICKU • Staten Island