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Top of the Town 2023

The 5 Top Piercers Around Lansing

Mar 25, 2024

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1 Alexis "Alix" Mercer - Ink Therapy Lansing

2023 Winner
- 2023 Winner Best Piercer

2819 East Saginaw Street
Lansing, MI 48912

What the Business Says: Voted #1 in Michigan, Ink Therapy is your home for quality Tattoos & Piercings! 🙏🏼 Call or DM to book! 517-614-6711

"Alix is fabulous!"

"Such a personal and sweet person"

"Her work is spectacular"

"She's good at what she does and is a very pleasant person to have helping you"

"The BEST hands down!"

— Why Locals Say Alexis "Alix" Mercer is a 2023 Best Piercer winner!

2 AAron "Malibu" Wood - Local Tattoo And Laser Company

2023 Second Place
- 2023 Second Place Best Piercer

2020 East Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI 48912

What the Business Says: Professional Piercer with over 12 years of experience Located at Local Tattoo.

"Caring and very talented."

"His knowledge is outstanding."

"He is awesome"

"Malibu isn’t just awesome! He’s professional, knowledgeable and passionate. He gets to know his customers and provides a great atmosphere. I love how he lets everything be up to you."

"My piercings have been so effortless for Malibu. I wouldn’t go anywhere else!"

"He's the only person I trust to do my piercings, and he is the most kind, caring human being I've ever met!"

— Why Locals Say AAron "Malibu" Wood is a 2023 Best Piercer winner!

3 Danny Aybar - Be-You-tiful Body Piercing & Fine Jewelry

2023 Runner Up
- 2023 Runner Up Best Piercer

300 North Clippert Street
Lansing, MI 48912

What his Bio Says: Piercing since 2008 Danny opened this studio in June of 2021. He wanted to bring the safest and best experience to his clients. Past, present and future. His passion for safe piercing practices really shows in the design and set up of this studio. Making people feel better about themselves is his favorite part of his career. When he's not piercing he loves to lift weights and spend time with family.

"Best in the business hands down!"

"Danny owns and operates the cleanest studio around. He takes pride in following sterile procedures which I appreciate. He is professional and strives to be the best at what he does by continuously learning and carefully taking care of his clients."

"Danny Aybar deserves the best piercer because he is!! He has done 3 of mine. His shop, the experience and him in general are the best that I have seen, been through. Danny makes the appointment an amazing experience! I recommend him to everyone! I won’t let anyone else do my piercings!"

"He made my daughter’s experience so amazing!"

"Amazing at his job!"

"Just a true master of his craft and awesome to be around!!"

— Why Locals Say Danny Aybar is a 2023 Best Piercer winner!

4 Andy Knag - Splash Of Color Tattoo & Piercing Studio

2023 Top 5
- 2023 Top 5 Best Piercer

515 East Grand River Avenue
East Lansing, MI 48823

What the Business Says: Andy started his piercing apprenticeship under Renee McKeith in 2007, with additional mentorship from Kevin Tarbell & David Vidra. He has been piercing professionally since 2008 & is a driving force within our studio. With a true reverence for his chosen profession, Andy extends that professionalism to each of his clients by taking the time to offer them a comfortable & safe environment – allowing for the best piercing experience possible!

"Always very clean about his work and very kind!!"

"Andy has done a lot of my piercings, I’ve always had a very pleasant experience and he’s very knowledgeable and good at what he does."

"Andy has the best technique and makes anyone feel comfortable during their session."

"He is so calming and informative."

"Patient with clients of all ages, answers all your questions, gentle and kind demeanor"

— Why Locals Say Andy Knag is a 2023 Best Piercer winner!

5 Michelle “Shells” Murrin - Be-You-tiful Body Piercing & Fine Jewelry

2023 Top 5
- 2023 Top 5 Best Piercer

300 North Clippert Street
Lansing, MI 48912

What her Bio Says: Michelle has been piercing since 2015. She believes piercing chose her and she’s genuinely where she belongs. With a deep passion for designing ear curations, her favorite piercing is a conch due to the endless possibilities. When she’s not in the shop, you can usually find her at home surrounded by her beloved dogs and plants or catching a plane for her next trip.

"Super sweet and professional very precise great piercer."

"Shells has pierced me a few times, she’s amazing at what she does and makes you feel at ease when getting a piercing the best in town!"

"She’s got a super chill vibe & makes you feel comfortable for whatever piercing you’re going to get & she’s very gentle."

"She's so gentle and kind and really takes time to get you through the pain."

"Amazing piercer super friendly and always has the best attitude"

"She’s amazing and professional."

— Why Locals Say Michelle “Shells” Murrin is a 2023 Best Piercer winner!

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1 Alexis "Alix" Mercer - Ink Therapy Lansing

2 AAron "Malibu" Wood - Local Tattoo And Laser Company

3 Danny Aybar - Be-You-tiful Body Piercing & Fine Jewelry

4 Andy Knag - Splash Of Color Tattoo & Piercing Studio

5 Michelle “Shells” Murrin - Be-You-tiful Body Piercing & Fine Jewelry

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2 AAron "Malibu" Wood - Local Tattoo And Laser Company

3 Danny Aybar - Be-You-tiful Body Piercing & Fine Jewelry

4 Andy Knag - Splash Of Color Tattoo & Piercing Studio

5 Michelle “Shells” Murrin - Be-You-tiful Body Piercing & Fine Jewelry

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