★★★★★
It was amazing! Birdie (piercer) was very comforting and quick with getting my naval piercing done.
The Best Piercing Shop in San Diego for Body Piercing and Fine Jewelry
Get Pierced By The Best Team In The San Diego Area
Golden Child is your trusted destination for expert piercings and high-end jewelry in Escondido, serving the greater San Diego area with precision, care, and artistry. As one of the top-rated piercing shops San Diego residents trust, we combine safety, luxury, and skill in one unforgettable experience. Whether you're getting your first piercing or adding to a curated collection, our experienced piercers ensure a seamless, safe experience from start to finish. Walk-ins welcome daily.
Our Piercing Services
From Ears to Noses and Nips to Navels: Experience Flawless Body Piercing
We do almost every type of piercing you can imagine. We just won't pierce your junk, nor will we do frog eye or snake eye tongue piercings, because there's too much risk of complications. Here's just a sample:
We use only the finest jewelry brands, made with either surgical grade titanium (better than stainless steel, which some people react to) or gold. Brands include BVLA, Buddha Jewelry, Neometal, Metal Mafia, LeRoy Jewelers, and more.
- Ear Piercings: A trusted ear piercing shop offering everything from classic lobe piercings to advanced cartilage placements like tragus, rook, and conch — including specialized baby ear services.
- Facial Piercings: Including nose, eyebrow, lip piercings, and more.
- Mouth & Tongue Piercings: Tongue midlines, web (frenulum), smiley (gums), and uvula piercings.
- Body Piercings: Nipples (including inverted nipples), navel/belly button piercings, and many more.
- Tooth Gems: Offering a variety of brands, styles, and materials including 14 and 18 karat gold gems.
- Septum Piercings: A variety of styles, shapes, and sizes to match your personality, with precision and only high-quality materials.
Meet Our Professional Piercing Team
Meet the Best Piercers in The San Diego Area
Our piercers bring decades of experience, unwavering dedication to their craft, and great personalities known for friendliness and care for each client.
Josh: Our OG Piercer
With over 8 years of piercing experience under his belt, Josh has become an integral part of our team, ensuring every client walks away with a beautifully placed piercing.
Reviews from Our Happy Piercing Clients
★★★★★
Birdie, their piercer, was so nice, informative, and communicative when I scheduled my ten year olds first ear piercing. She did a great job talking her through the hard…
★★★★★
Birdie was fantastic with my 2 daughters. They got their nose piercings with her and she was able to keep them calm and did a fantastic job.
★★★★★
Birdie has done both of my tragus piercings. She's genuine and the process is quick. Won't go to anyone else again!
Piercing price menu
Piercing prices
Standard titanium jewelry is included in every listed price. Premium jewelry upgrades are quoted during your consultation.
Ear
- Conch
- $60
- Daith
- $70
- Earlobes, ages 0–2
- $65 / $125 single / pair
- Earlobes, ages 3–11
- $55 / $110 single / pair
- Earlobes, ages 12+
- $50 / $100 single / pair
- Helix
- $60
- Industrial
- $80
- Rook
- $70
- Tragus
- $65
Face + oral
- Ashley
- $70
- Bridge
- $80
- Brow
- $65
- Cheek
- $70
- Lip / Monroe
- $65
- Medusa
- $80
- Nose
- $60
- Septum
- $65
- Tongue
- $70
- Vertical labret
- $65
Body
- Dermal
- $70
- Navel
- $70
- Nipple
- $70 / $140 single / pair
Where two prices appear, the first is one piercing and the second is a pair completed in the same visit.
Why Golden Child Stands Out
Curious why so many clients rave about our piercing services? Here's why Golden Child continues to lead as one of the best piercing studios in San Diego:
- San Diego's Best Piercing Shop: We're not only Escondido's top-rated piercing shop — clients from all over San Diego seek us out for our professionalism, body-safe practices, and genuine client care.
- A Stress-Free, Supportive Environment: We understand the anxieties that can come with getting a piercing. With stress balls, treats, and a genuinely caring team, we ensure your experience is as stress-free and enjoyable as possible.
- Quality and Variety in Jewelry: Explore our handpicked collection of premium jewelry crafted from implant-grade titanium and solid gold — from minimalist studs to bold, gem-set pieces.
- Unparalleled Hygiene and Safety: We prioritize your safety, adhering to rigorous hygiene standards and using only surgical-quality titanium and 14+ karat gold jewelry.
What to Expect: The Piercing Experience
From consultation to aftercare, we're with you every step of the way.
- Consultation: We'll discuss placement, anatomy, jewelry options, and healing time — and answer any questions you may have.
- Setup & Sterilization: Your piercer prepares a fully sterile station using autoclaved tools and prepackaged, disposable materials.
- Marking & Placement: Once you approve the mark, we proceed with a quick, precise needle piercing — not a gun.
- Jewelry Installation & Aftercare Guidance: We insert your chosen jewelry, walk you through the healing timeline, and provide aftercare instructions and product recommendations.
- Follow-Up & Support: Need help with cleaning, downsizing, or healing? We're here for you. Walk-ins for checkups welcome.
Piercing Safety, Healing, and Aftercare
Your health is our top priority. We follow industry-leading standards to ensure a safe and sterile piercing experience.
- We use single-use, sterilized needles only — never piercing guns.
- Jewelry is sterilized in a hospital-grade autoclave prior to every procedure.
- Surfaces are disinfected between every appointment.
- Our team maintains current certifications in bloodborne pathogens and cross-contamination prevention.
- We follow protocols in alignment with APP (Association of Professional Piercers) best practices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions for us? Here are a few more details you might be curious about.
How do I schedule an appointment or reach out with questions?
If you don't have a preferred piercing artist or aren't sure which one is right for you, you can reach out to the shop directly and we'll help you find your perfect piercing artist. If you know who you're interested in working with, you can reach out directly to our piercing staff with questions and appointment requests.
Do I need to schedule a piercing appointment or can I just stop in?
While we welcome walk-ins for people 18 or older, scheduling an appointment is recommended to guarantee a piercer's availability. For under-18 piercings, we ask you to schedule an appointment in advance. Appointments ensure a dedicated slot for your piercing experience — a personalized experience from jewelry selection to piercing to aftercare guidance. That said, we cut no corners and will do our best to fit you in ASAP if you prefer to walk in.
How long is the wait time?
Wait times can vary as we operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. However, those with appointments will be given priority to minimize any wait.
How much does it cost to get a piercing?
Our piercing prices begin at $50, including a standard titanium piece. See the full piercing price menu for exact placement and pair prices. Premium jewelry upgrades are quoted during your consultation.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We operate as a cash-only establishment. For scheduled appointments, we accept deposits via Venmo or Zelle to secure your slot.
What kind of jewelry do you offer? What about custom orders or jewelry I bring in?
We offer a selection of titanium jewelry, both internally threaded and push-in pieces, as well as 14k gold in white and yellow. We carry brands including BVLA, Buddha Jewelry, Neometal, Metal Mafia, LeRoy Jewelers, and more. Custom jewelry orders are also welcome, and we'll guide you through the pre-order process. To maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety, we do not use outside jewelry for initial piercings.
Do you pierce people who are under 18?
Yes, we can do ear piercings at any age, including babies. For other piercings not in private areas, we treat it on a case-by-case basis, but the typical minimum is 12 years old. Parents must be present. We encourage you to reach out to discuss further.
What should I bring?
If you're 18 or older, please bring your own valid photo ID for verification. Any individuals under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian with a valid photo ID.
Do you provide aftercare instructions?
Absolutely! We provide comprehensive aftercare instructions post-piercing to ensure optimal healing. Our piercers are also available for follow-up questions or concerns, offering their contact information for your peace of mind.
What's the healing time for piercings?
It depends on placement. Earlobes typically heal in 6–8 weeks, while cartilage and body piercings can take 3–12 months. We'll give you detailed healing timelines during your visit.
Ready to experience the art of body piercing with San Diego's best?
Our expert team ensures every piece of jewelry sits perfectly and every experience is positive and memorable. Whether you're here for your first piercing or your tenth, with our expert piercers, you're in safe and skilled hands.
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Golden Child505 W Washington Ave,
Escondido, CA 92025 get directions info@goldenchildtattoo.com @goldenchildtattoo on Instagram