Dorje Adornments — Attraction in City of Rochester

I've been wanting to get my septum pierced for over a year, and finally decided it was time. I already knew through word of mouth that I wanted to get it done at Dorje- I had a diy nose piercing experience in my early 20s and it didn't go great, guys. Now that I am a full adult and no longer ridiculous I thought it'd be a good idea to visit the other end of the spectrum and get pierced by the best.

I went in last Wednesday to ask some questions and book and appointment and Taylor was there to help! Her septum jewelry was exactly what I wanted (small, thin, rose gold) and she answered my questions and showed me the options- I could get a ring with a small ball closure (I'm not versed in piercing and jewelry verbiage) or a seamless ring with a hinge. I wanted the seamless look, and she told me I could do the ball closure and keep the ball hidden up in my nostril. I initially decided on that since the ball ring was at a considerably lower price point- but after I left I thought about it and decided on the hinge ring- I didn't want to have to worry about fiddling with it to keep the ball hidden. But I think it was very cool that she didn't push the pricier hinge ring, even though she probably knew that's what I should get. I booked an appointment for yesterday and said she'd be there and see me then! Taylor is warm, friendly, and knowledgeable- I was so glad she was there!

Yesterday I went in and met Dana who would be piercing me. He was so nice, and I had a great time talking to Taylor and him while things were being sanitized. We went upstairs to a room that was like a cross between a medical exam room and a spa- very clean, sanitary and uncluttered, but relaxing like, maybe you could get a massage there too. He gave me the run-down and let me know what he was doing every step of the way. I have a deviated septum and he took time to poke around and find the exact right spot for the piercing. We chatted the whole time, a lot about piercing stuff, and a lot about food! There was some pain, but mostly just lots of eye-watering, and it was not nearly as bad as my previously mentioned at-home nostril piercing. Aftercare and the healing process was thoroughly explained to me, and they told me to pop in in about a week so they could see how it was doing. I'm so glad Dana was my piercer, not only was I totally at ease, but I had fun!

During checkout Dana gave me restaurant recs for an upcoming trip, and Taylor included a travel size aftercare mist I can fly with- a gesture I found super thoughtful.

I had an amazing experience from start to finish at Dorje- I kinda didn't want to leave I'll definitely be back for other jewelry- they have a gorgeous selection. And maybe someday I'll go in to switch my septum ring for something louder, but for now my simple...

I visited Dorje in April 2023 to pierce my nostril and conch. The experience from initial booking to check out was so well-organized, professional, thoughtful, and thorough.

When I first booked I received email communications outlining exactly what to expect at the appointment- perfect for easing any anxiety as a sort-of first-time* piercer.

Upon arrival, I was asked to put on some hand sanitizer then meet with someone at the jewelry counter to help me select the perfect pieces (big shout out to the transparent pricing! They'll give you a complete break down of your costs before you ever leave the counter). When my piercer was ready for me, we headed upstairs where I was asked to wash my hands before settling into a super clean and chill piercing room.

My piercer, Tom, was so friendly, great about detailing what was going to happen, how to care for my new piercings, and was super thoughtful in asking whether I'd prefer to see him set up my needles/tools or if it might make me uncomfortable. I'm just a touch squeamish, so my husband did all the looking for me.

Tom cleaned the areas with alcohol, a bit of iodine went up into my nose, and a few minutes later I had beautiful jewelry in my nostril and conch. Did it hurt? Yes, of course! I had new holes put in my face! But, it was as clean, gentle, and fast as possible to get a high quality experience and result.

At checkout I received a care bag with contact information, an overview of what was done, the type of jewelry installed, healing time, and care instructions. I was also offered a saline wound wash for proper cleaning. (The instructions have changed A TON since my childhood ear piercing at the Walmart jewelry counter in the 90s. No more "twist it twice a day and use some Neosporin to kill germs!")

Bonus points for being an incredibly welcoming and inclusive environment. You'll find signage and stickers supporting BLM, the Trans community, and the LGBTQ+ community. Also, whatever cleaner or air freshener they're using?...

Whether you’re looking for a new piercing or simply keeping an eye out for great jewelry pieces, I would recommend Dorje in a heartbeat!

I decided to make an appointment after hearing multiple people absolutely rave about the amazing work, jewelry, and piercers at Dorje Adornments. The studio itself was incredibly welcoming, clean, and very organized. And the piercers here are absolute artists through and through. I had the pleasure of working with Dana as well as Nick during my first visit to the studio and they were fantastic! While Nick guided my jewelry selection, flawlessly, Dana took care of my nostril piercing. The piercing experience was exceptional, far superior to my previous experiences at other shops. Dana was thorough, professional, and super friendly! Right away, I was walked through each step, both for the piercing and the aftercare. Asking about my preferences on placement and the angle for the jewelry, Dana made sure to take into account my future plans for the piercing (hoops, posts, etc.). Dana made sure I felt comfortable with the entire process, happy with my piercing, and even made me laugh/smile throughout the appointment. I look forward to working with Dana again soon! Nick was also incredibly kind, personable, and very knowledgeable. I worked with Nick to develop a jewelry plan/layout for my current piercing as well as future piercings. Taking the time to look at my personal anatomy, Nick was able to recommend jewelry options that would work for my face and my preferences. And not once did I feel rushed or pressured to make a selection. Nick’s expertise and eye for selecting the perfect pieces was exceptional! I am thrilled with the selection and excited to work with Nick again...