The document provides information about a body piercing course offered by InkPotentials Piercing Academy, which teaches the theory and skills needed to work as a body piercer, including hygiene practices, types of piercings, needle choices, and dealing with clients. Students will learn through both classroom lectures and hands-on training, and will receive a certificate upon completing the course.

1. BODYCANVASPRESENTS
INKPOTENTIALSPIERCING
ACADEMY
Introduction to
Body Piercing
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2. InkPotentials is Academy Division of Body Canvas Tattoo & Piercing Studio.
We are a very community-focused organization giving Technical Training & Authorized Certification after the course is
completed.
We aim to give Piercing introductory course in which we will teach you the theory of body piercing and the foundation
knowledge required to join this exciting industry.
This course that will give you the skills and knowledge to assess client requirements and understand the theory of piercing.
In this body piercing course, you will also explore the requirements of relevant skin penetration guidelines and learn how to
adhere to infection control and workplace policies and procedures.
On completion of this body piercing course, you will feel confident to enter the body piercing industry with the theory and
knowledge required to practice competently.
WHO ARE WE, WHAT WE DO
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3. COURSE
DETAILS
KEY TOPICS
Features & Benefits of Piercings
Famous Cultural Nose Piercing
Learn 20 Top Piercing in Studio
(30 mins Session - Each)
Personalized Training & Attention :
Hygiene
Cross Contamination
Needle sizes & Choices
Body piercing placement
Jewellery sizing
Jewellery choice and placement
Consent forms
How to deal with nervous clients
Manners towards Clients
How to deal with problematic piercings
Correct Aftercare
How not to be a nervous body piercer
Troubleshooting
You receive a Certificate of Completion
History Of Body Canvas Piercings
InkPotentials
Contact Us
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4. FEATURES & BENEFITS OF PIERCINGS
Piercing is the operation of cutting
internal features (holes or slots) in sheet metal stock.
Commonly pierced body parts are the ears, nose, and
the belly button. Oral piercings include the lip, cheek,
and tongue.
Benefits of Piercing : There are several pressure
points during piercings, which prove to be helpful in
making your reproductive organs healthy.
In ancient times, it was customary to pierce the child's
ear to increase their strength and better knowledge.
This is because the piercing of ear increases the
power of brain.
We are going to learn about Different Types of
Piercings and their benefits.
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FAMOUS CULTURAL NOSE PIERCING
In diverse states of India this jewel is made differently. The Mukhuttis of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka have ornate, traditional lotus
and swan designs and are mostly studded with diamonds, or the poor man’s diamond, the topaz.
Rajasthani women wear the nathuri and the bhauriya. While the first is a small gold or silver ring with precious stones, the bhauriya
has a slightly different design.
The conventional clove-shaped nose stud is called the laung, while the small pendant suspended between the nostrils is the latkan,
because of its pendulous character.
In UP the nath is adorned with two pearls and a pendulous bead to augur prosperity. The Punjabi damsel has a gold ring strung with
as many as 20 to 25 motifs. It is the shikarpuri nath.
In Maharashtra it is the guchhedar nath, which is known for its radiant beauty with pearl decorations. Pullakku nose ring in South
India (bulaag in the North) is the pendant suspended from the partition of the nostrils.
Piercings have been always been an ancient way to decorate the body with ornaments at different parts of body having its own
scientific benefits.
Let's have a look at different of types of piercings and their own benefits.

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LEARN TOP 20 TOP PIERCING IN STUDIO (30 MINS SESSION ON EACH)
Standard Lobe Piercing
Daith Piercing
Rook Piercing
Tragus Piercing
Anti-Tragus Piercing
Helix Piercing
Forward Helix Piercing
Dermal Piercing
Industrial Piercing
Nose Piercing
Bridge Piercing
Upper Lobe Piercing
Outer Piercing
Conch Piercing
Outer Conch Piercing
Auricle Piercing
Septum Piercing
Eyebrow Piercing
Tongue Piercing
Belly Piercing

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STANDARD LOBE PIERCING
Earlobes are by far the most common piercing in the world and are one of the oldest forms of body
modification. The process involves less pain, and with good care, it heals quickly.
In earlier times, piercings were done at home using ice and a sewing needle. Later ear piercing gun
were developed, however, this is arguably not the best method to use. It is generally agreed by body
art professionals that the cleanest, quickest, and safest way to pierce ears is the same way we
perform all of our piercings: with a sterile, single-use, disposable needle and aseptic technique.

8. Jun.
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DAITH PIERCING
Daith Piercing has been a part of traditions, religious affirmations and self-expression
since a long time.
This piercing is usually performed by experts because it is quite tricky, especially
considering the location of the piercing.

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ROOK PIERCING
A Rook piercing is located near the inner ridge of the ear cartilage in the center which is parallel to the outer rim of
the ear.
Some people have a very thin ridge of the cartilage which is certainly a little difficult to pierce, while larger ridges are
easier to pierce.
Rook piercings are also seen as a treatment for migraines and headaches. While modern science may not have the
cure for a migraine, Rook Piercing is seen as an effective treatment.

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TRAGUS PIERCING
Tragus is located in the region which stops the direct flow of dust into your ear and acts as a barrier for dust and dirt
to enter your ear. Tragus piercing is quite uncommon and therefore it is quite trendy when done.
The process is almost the same but requires plenty of care as the risk of infection is high.
It is one of the difficult piercings which needs lot of attention because tragus piercing is quite painful and therefore
requires precision, careful hands to carry out the process effectively.

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ANTI-TRAGUS PIERCING
This is a kind of perforation that is done on the inner cartilage of the ear next to the earlobe that faces the tragus.
Anti-Tragus Piercing is one of the complex piercing which needs an expertise and attention to handle with care to
avoid bleeding.

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HELIX PIERCING
A Helix Piercing is any piercing made to the upper cartilage of the ear - but there are different kinds of helix
piercings.
A standard helix piercing is made in the outer upper cartilage - if you have two or three piercings in the same spot,
just above each other, these are called double and triple helix piercings.

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FORWARD HELIX PIERCING
A forward helix piercing is a unique piercing done at the top front of the ears. The outer rim of your ear is called
the helix meaning the forward helix is the front side of this rim.
These piercings are trendy enough to fit any personal style, but they are low maintenance enough after the initial
healing period to be perfect for someone who wants to look good without having to deal with a lot of fuss.

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DERMAL PIERCING
Dermal piercing, also known as a micro-dermal piercing or a single-point piercing. This piercing lies on any flat
surface of the body and is held in place with a dermal anchor that is installed underneath the skin.
Dermal piercings can be placed in numerous places around the body, from your cheeks to your neck, stomach and
chest.

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INDUSTRIAL PIERCING
An industrial piercing, also called the bar, scaffold piercing or construction piercing.
It is any two pierced holes connected with a single straight piece of jewelry; however, it typically refers to a double
perforation of the upper ear cartilage specifically.

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NOSE PIERCING
Nose piercing is the piercing of the skin or cartilage which forms any part of the nose, normally for the purpose of
wearing jewelry, called a nose-jewel.
Nose piercing is the third most common variety of piercing after earlobe piercing and tongue piercing.

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BRIDGE PIERCING
A Bridge piercing is a facial piercing through the skin on the bridge of the nose, usually directly between the eyes of
the wearer.
A variation on this piercing, the vertical bridge piercing is a surface piercing, with all of the risks or potential
complications related to surface piercings.

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UPPER LOBE PIERCING
An upper ear piercing is when piercing is done the in the upper part of your ear.
The Upper Lobe piercing is the second piercing, right above the standard lobe piercing.

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OUTER PIERCING
An Outer piercing is made on the outer part of the ear, usually half-way up, between the ear lobe and the helix.
As it is a cartilage piercing, expect a longer recovery time and more pain than a lobe piercing.

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CONCH PIERCING
Conch piercing involves perforation of the ear cartilage. Conch piercings are of two types-inner and outer.
There are two types of conch piercings, inner and outer. The name is derived from the resemblance of this part of
the ear to a conch shell.
These conch piercings are associated with the ability to combat chronic pain. It targets the acupuncture points that
aid in muscle relaxation.

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OUTER CONCH PIERCING
The outer conch piercing is located in the upper part of the cartilage.
For this piercing type, you may have a catchy hoop around the outward ear ridge.
The outer conch piercing is quite popular as the area is easier to pierce because it is flat and it is situated near
ear’s end. As the procedure requires more time and efforts, the risks of infection rise.

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AURICLE PIERCING
Auricle piercing as the name suggests is the perforation of the auricle which is the outer part of the ear.
It is between the earlobe and the helix. As it's a cartilage piercing, it requires a little extra care.
In most cases mild swelling, bleeding, soreness and bruising around the piercing spot is experienced, although it
disappears in a psn of one or two weeks.

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SEPTUM PIERCING
The Septum Piercing is a piercing that is done through the nasal septum, this is the piece of your nose that
separates the left and right nostril.
Some people do not have a columella making the piercing difficult to perform.
Everyone has a different anatomy, so the placement is going to vary from person to person.

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2019
EYEBROW PIERCING
An eyebrow piercing is a vertical surface piercing, wherein a twelve to eighteen gauge cannula needle is inserted
through the bottom of the eyebrow and exits through the top of the eyebrow to permit insertion of jewellery.
The length of your barbell will vary depending on how thick your eyebrow is; the standard length is 5/16", but 3/8"
and 7/16" barbells are commonly used as well. It should be at least 1/8" wider than your actual piercing.

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2019
TONGUE PIERCING
It is typically placed in the center of the tongue to avoid hitting a nerve or damaging the webbing, or frenulum,
under the tongue.
Piercings are usually done with a 16 -18mm by 1.6mm straight barbell.
Tongue piercings also can put risk for bleeding and blood loss. However, The tongue heals faster than most other
body parts.

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2019
NAVEL / BELLY PIERCING
A navel piercing is a type of piercing located through, in, or around, the navel.
It may heal quickly and with no problems, like an ear piercing, or may heal more like a surface piercing with the
associated extended healing time.

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PERSONALIZED TRAINING & ATTENTION
Training is considered to be the cornerstone in present demanding environment. Irrespective of the nature of industry it is the knowledge,
skill and attitude of Trainer's brings a positive change in the training throughout the course.
For any good training what is most significant is a cross communication and 2-way feedback between trainees and trainer so that a
rapport can be developed which would facilitate in transfer of learning.
At InkPotentials, we train you on the basic body piercing courses preparing you for more Advanced Body Piercing Techniques - Including
how to body pierce with larger gauges, how to pierce different and highly sensitive areas of body and treat piercings which have become
infected.
Our body piercing course will make sure that you walk before you can run, by allowing you to work with master piercer and gain real world
experience in the process.
Everything you gone through YouTube or online videos about body piercing is basic. We show you full set of skills you'll need to become a
SAFE & EFFECTIVE PIERCER, starting from Day 1.
We give a personalized training & attention to each candidate in batch of 10 students, so that you use new styles & techniques of piercing
easily and make less painful for your clients when you have your own Piercing Studio.
We give you Skills, You Show us results

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HYGIENE
Body piercing involves piercing a hole in a part of the body (including the ear and nose), in order to fix a ring or other piece of jewellery to the body.
Because body piercing is a skin penetration procedure that carries a risk of infection, the premises and procedures must comply.
Lack of hygiene, lack of proper sterilization of the area are common reasons why pierced areas catch infection. Also, there are some people whose
skin is very sensitive and when they clean the pierced area with antiseptic, they get irritant eczema.
Proper piercing studio hygiene means that a studio uses a new needle on each client, sanitizes each work area between uses and that each piercer
wears a new pair of gloves for every new client they pierce.
If these steps are not taken, diseases and infections can be spread among clients. To make sure that new needles are used, watch to see whether the
needle is taken out of new packaging. If a piercer does not do this, request that he or she does.
In next slide, we will show you list of list of things that needs extreme Hygiene in Piercing Studio.

29. WHAT TO KEEP PIERCING STUDIO CLEAN?
The shop / studio must be kept clean and hygienic.
Instruments, needles and jewellery used to pierce the skin must be sterile.
The operator should not have exposed cuts or wounds, and their clothes must be clean.
The proprietor or operator must provide you with accurate health information before any procedure takes place.
An ideal piercing studio will have:
Good ventilation and lighting.
A separate area set aside for the cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation of instruments.
Benches, floors, shelving and furniture that can easily be kept clean – items that may need to be touched (such as
spray and ink bottles) should be covered with single-use plastic bags so that only the nozzles are exposed.
Clean Hand washbasin.
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30. CROSS CONTAMINATION
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Cross-contamination is the act of spreading bacteria and viruses from one surface to another. Since bloodborne viruses can
live on objects and surfaces for up to a week, germs could be spread when surfaces are not disinfected the right way or if
equipment is not cleaned and sterilized between clients.
Some examples of cross-contamination are:
A piercer places his tools on a counter that has not been disinfected and then uses the tools for a piercing procedure without
sterilizing them.
A tattooist, while working on a client, answers the phone without removing her gloves. By not removing her gloves, the artist
may spread bacteria and viruses from the gloves onto the phone. Other people using the phone could then be exposed to a
disease.
In Piercing Course we will add some additional information for preventative practices that may reduce
cross-contamination in the body art industry.

31. NEEDLE SIZES & CHOICES
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Depending on geographical location, certain types of needles for
body piercing procedures are illegal. Inexperienced or
unprofessional piercers use sewing needles or piercing guns to
pierce body parts not realizing the dangers of that practice.
InkPotentials we will teach you :
How to choose the right piercing needles?
Which one is legal / illegal?
How to pierce?
How to close piercings?
You must have knowledge of the right needles and piercings. You
have to be more careful if you are going to pierce your body on your
own.

32. BODY PIERCING PLACEMENT
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Different types of piercings require different piercing techniques & tools
depending up on placement.
Sometimes a receiving tube or cork is necessary to protect a client
when piercing a sensitive area. When placing a surface barbell, you
may need to use a scalpel to create a line in which you can nestle the
surface bar. When doing a dermal piercing, a dermal punch may be a
better alternative to a piercing needle.
These are just a few examples of the different types of piercing
techniques and tools required for various piercings.
Focus on below :
Proper Angle
No Damage to nerve
No Damage to underlying Blood vessels

33. JEWELLERY SIZING
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Getting the right gauge is important. If jewellery too small
the jewellery will shift around and slow healing.
If it's too big it may tear the skin around a new piercing.
Gauge sizes range from 20g (0.81mm) up to 00g (10-51mm).
Everyone's body is different, and sometimes piercers will use
different lengths and gauges depending on your body and the type
of jewelry you want to wear.
Hence, selecting relevant jewellery size for particular is important.

34. CONSENT FORMS
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The tattoo and body piercing consent form allows an
artist or piercer the freedom of legal and financial
liability if an unforeseen accident should take place
during the procedure.
In addition, this form is also widely used for minors
seeking tattoos and piercings in accordance with the
respective State laws. If allowed, the consent form is
required to be completed and signed by the parent
or guardian.

35. HOW TO DEAL WITH NERVOUS CLIENTS
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Excitement, anxiety or apprehension. Whatever the cause, it’s easy to get
worked up while piercing client - especially your first piercing. So it’s common
to have your nerves a little on edge.
Fear of needles is common. Client's anxiety and sudden blood pressure drop
can cause nausea or fainting. It’s rare, but the same can happen with
piercings.
Even though fainting is rare, the anxiety can have other effects. The change in
blood pressure can result in excessive bleeding. If an anxious client reacts
physically (ie. pulling away) it can cause piercing mistakes.
Fortunately, there are simple ways to help reduce your anxiety before, and
during a body piercing.
The tips & tricks to deal with nervous clients will be covered in the training
session.

36. ETIQUETTE TOWARDS CLIENTS
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Like any other industry, Piercing Studio / Shop has it's own rules to follow to
make your client comfortable.
From Introducing to Guiding Aftercare of Piercing, a piercer must always treat
their clients in a professional manner.
You will impress your client when you follow all below Etiquette :
Introduce yourself
Make them comfortable
Interact with their friend/s, if any
Understand what they need
Guide them accordingly
Talk with them while piercing
Ask them whether they are feeling normal during / after piercing
Explain Aftercare procedure
This gives them confidence in piercer and rely on us anytime when they need us.

37. HOW TO DEAL WITH PROBLEMATIC PIERCINGS?
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It is very common that an experienced piercer's work may go wrong
sometimes.
Apart from the infected piercing treatments, you must make sure to
clean the infected piercing area to avoid re-infection or spreading the
infection.
The highly recommended products to be used for cleaning the piercing
spot are either sea salt solution or piercing solution. So, how you are
going to clean infected piercing area?
We will learn about this during training session and clear all your doubts
on how to deal with piercings that go wrong.

38. CORRECT AFTERCARE
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Learn how to properly care for new earlobe piercings and ear cartilage
piercings in this helpful Ear Piercing Aftercare session.
We will discuss and covering an Aftercare of Piercings :
What you should and shouldn't do during the healing process?
How to clean your ear piercings?
What to do if client is experience any ear piercing problems?
When you can change your earrings?
What types of earrings are available for different types of ear piercings.

39. HOW NOT TO BE A NERVOUS BODY PIERCER?
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Getting nervous is normal. Especially, the first piercing would make you
feel down.
Even an experienced piercer would get nervous while piercing an celebrity
or famous people.
During our intensive course, our faculty will prepare you to deal with these
situations to keep your spirits and energy high.
Under the supervision of our trainers, you are getting personalized
attention while piercing session.

40. TROUBLESHOOTING
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After Correct Aftercare, there are possibilities piercee may feel allergic and some troubleshoot is
required to get things better.
Consider below possibilities which needs a treatment, when :
Swelling
Discoloration - Reddish, Brownish, Pinkish or Purplish
Wrong ointment applied during healing process
Jewelry should not be too tight
If inferior jewelry is used
& so on
If piercing is implemented in right manner, keep a check on how piercee is dealing with it.
Let them know you are there to take care and monitor how Aftercare.
There are many challenges coming out after piercing takes place.
Our trainers will cover many scenarios during the training session to make your an expert piercer.

41. YOU RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
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Your training session is coming to a close and we have covered all of major points.
After completion of Course, we conduct Q&A Session followed by Assessments.
Candidates can ask a question whenever they like without interrupting the flow or
risking unwanted attention from their peers or bosses. It also allows their level of
understanding to be gauged accurately at various points throughout the session- not
at the end when it’s too late!
Questions can of course be answered verbally or a show of hands, but for real impact
and insight an Assessment shows how the training has groomed you.
On passing the course assessment, Certificates from Body Canvas Tattoo & Piercings
are awarded only to passing students registered in the verified certificate track.

42. HISTORY OF BODY CANVAS PIERCINGS
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Vikas Malani - A man behind BodyCanvas Tattoo & Piercing Studio, is a thorough professional and a perfectionist.
The story started when Vikas developed an interest in body painting during his high school years in Mumbai, was
motivated to become a piercing artist during his travels across Europe and the US where he worked as an apprentice
in tattoo and piercing parlors.
He apprenticed with an expert piercer on the Lower East Side of New York City before moving back to India in 2004
to open his own studio, BodyCanvas. An important aspect of his job is ensuring that his studio is safe and hygienic.
One manifestation of Vikas belief in anatomical precision is his exclusive use of needles rather than piercing guns.
His mantra
Piercing is a science, must know human anatomy.

43. INKPOTENTIALS
Jun.
2019
InkPotentials is Academy Division of Body Canvas Tattoo & Piercing Studio.
We are a very community-focused organization giving Technical Training & Certification course after the course is completed.
We aim to give Piercing introductory course in which we will teach you the theory of body piercing and the foundation knowledge
required to join this exciting industry.
This course that will give you the skills and knowledge to assess client requirements and understand the theory of piercing. In this
body piercing course, you will also explore the requirements of relevant skin penetration guidelines and learn how to adhere to
infection control and workplace policies and procedures.
On completion of this body piercing course, you will feel confident to enter the body piercing industry with the theory and knowledge
required to practice competently.

44. CONTACT US
Jun.
2019
102/A Gangangiri Premises,
Union Park
Above Guilt Trip
Bandra (W)
Mumbai - 400 052
Maharashtra
India
We are International Brand having Body Canvas Tattoo & Piercing Studio in London.
Our focus is to spread Quality knowledge in Tattoo & Piercing Industry, encouraging apprentice and beginners to make
their career. Our support gives a confidence to individual who have passion towards arts, designing and piercings.
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