Body Piercing in Paignton, Torbay
Looking for a body piercer in Paignton? Whether it’s your first piercing or your tenth, I’ve got you.
I’m Lay, the piercer behind The Nail Fairy, based inside Southern Strands Hair Co. on Torquay Road in Paignton. I offer professional body piercing for clients from across Torbay, including Torquay and Brixham, in a friendly, relaxed and judgement-free environment.
I’m fully trained and insured, and I use sterile equipment, single-use needles and implant-grade jewellery for your initial piercing.
Nervous? That’s completely fine. I’ll talk you through everything, check your anatomy and placement, and make sure you’re happy before we go ahead.
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Getting your first piercing? My first piercing guide explains exactly what happens at your appointment, from consultation and placement to the piercing itself and aftercare.
Piercings available at The Nail Fairy
All appointments take place at Southern Strands Hair Co., Paignton.
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You can expect a calm, friendly piercing appointment where we chat through your ideas, choose the perfect jewellery, and make sure you feel totally comfortable throughout. You’ll leave feeling confident, a little bit edgy, and like the sparkliest version of you . You can read more on my FAQs page.
Ear piercings
Ear lobes • Helix • Flat • Conch • Daith • Rook • Tragus
Facial piercings
Nose • Lip
Body piercings
Navel • Nipple • Dermal
Oral piercings
Tongue
Not sure which piercing is right for you? We can chat through your ideas at your appointment. I’ll also check your anatomy before piercing, because not every placement is suitable for every person.
Before your appointment, you’ll need to complete a quick digital consent form.Â
It only takes a couple of minutes and makes sure everything is safe, smooth, and ready for your piercing. I’ll send this over when you book, so you can fill it out in your own time before you arrive.
Safe, professional body piercing
I might be fun, but I take piercing safety seriously.
You can expect:
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sterile equipment
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sterile, single-use piercing needles
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sterile implant-grade jewellery for your initial piercing
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an anatomy and placement check before piercing
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clear written and verbal aftercare guidance
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a clean, professional piercing environment
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a calm, friendly appointment where you can ask questions at any point
Jewellery Changes & Sourcing
Want something shiny? I can help you:
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Change your jewellery safely
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Find cute, high-quality pieces
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Match your vibe and aesthetic
Piercing Age Requirements
Piercing Type
Minimum Age Requirement
Ear Piercings
5+ (with parental consent under 16)
Nose Piercings
16+
Tongue & Navel Piercings
16+
Dermal Piercings
18+
Nipple Piercings
18+ only
These are The Nail Fairy's own minimum-age policies. Please get in touch before booking if you're unsure whether a particular piercing is available for your age.
Piercing Aftercare
Clean Twice Daily With Saline
Gently clean your piercing morning and night using sterile saline solution 💧 This keeps the area fresh, supports healing, and helps prevent irritation or infection. No need to overdo it — consistent, gentle care is key.
Avoid Touching or Twisting
As tempting as it is, try not to touch, twist, or play with your jewellery. This can introduce bacteria, slow healing, and cause irritation. The less you mess with it, the better it heals.
No Swimming Until Healed
Avoid pools, hot tubs, and the sea while your piercing is healing. These can carry bacteria that may lead to infection or irritation. Showers are absolutely fine — just keep things clean and simple.
Come Back If You Need Help
If you're unsure about anything or something doesn't feel quite right, don't hesitate to message or pop back in. I'm always happy to take a look, answer questions and help you work out what to do next.
What happens at your piercing appointment?
Before your appointment, you'll choose your piercing when booking and complete your digital consent form. I also recommend eating beforehand.
When you arrive, we'll chat about the piercing you'd like and I'll check your anatomy to make sure it's suitable. We'll agree the placement together, I'll mark it and you'll get to check it in the mirror before anything happens.
Then it's:
Clean → mark → confirm → needle → jewellery → done ✨
You're always in control. You can ask questions, take your time and tell me if you need a moment at any point.