Thomas Manning

Solid gold isn't enough—Auckland's AUPP member piercers explain the hidden dangers in popular body jewelry brands When clients visit Platinum Point Piercing on Parnell Road asking why our solid gold body jewelry costs more than similar-looking pieces from popular jewelry brands, the answer isn't about the gold itself—it's about everything else that makes body jewelry safe for long-term wear inside your body. As Auckland's only piercing studio where every piercer is an AUPP (Australasian...

A helix piercing is one of the most elegant additions to any curated ear. But unlike a lobe piercing that heals in weeks, your helix sits in cartilage—and cartilage plays by different rules. At Platinum Point Piercing in Parnell, Auckland, we bring pharmaceutical-grade protocols to every piercing we perform. This guide shares exactly what we tell our clients about helix piercing aftercare, so you can heal beautifully. How Long Does a Helix Piercing Take to Heal? A helix piercing typically...

When you walk into Platinum Point in Parnell, you're not just visiting another piercing studio. You're stepping into Auckland's premier destination for luxury body jewellery and bespoke ear curation. At the heart of our collection lies BVLA (Body Vision Los Angeles), the gold standard in custom piercing jewellery that transforms your piercing journey into an investment in wearable art. What Makes BVLA Special BVLA represents everything we believe luxury piercing jewellery should be. Each...