Ask to see examples of the artist's work. Make sure the artist you choose has made infection control a priority. Ask if the artist uses new disposable needles every time. Ask the artist how they sterilize their equipment. All equipment touching the skin must be cleaned first and then sterilized.
Proper sterilization is done in an autoclave or in a chemiclave.
Hot bead sterilizers are not acceptable. Piercing Only use jewellery made for piercing. Sterile needles must be used every time. Never share unsterilized needles. Make sure the area to be pierced is first cleaned with soap and water.