Ascension Body Modification

Not only was everyone super professional, they were polite and accommodating. Ares did my piercings for my seconds on my ears, the left didn't sit right at first and they fixed it right away and it's sitting beautifully now. I love ares as this is my secondary time getting g pierced by them and I am beyond pleased. Also the price was more than fair. Thank you Ares!

I would give 3 stars if not for Vern coming to save the day; Vern was the guy to pierce my nose and he was great, it was an exceptional experience in service and in the piercing itself. He was prompt and told me everything I needed to know about my piercing, 5/5 stars. I recently came back to have my stud replaced with a hoop after I was all healed up, and that experience with Ascension was a bit different. The replacement was done by a different piercer who was very nice, but they put an incorrectly sized ring into my nostril, which I was unaware of until I called the piercer back due to infection-like symptoms. Also, they did not tell me how much the ring was before they charged me, which resulted in an 80 dollar charge (which was on me, I didn’t ask how much it was, but monetary transparency on their end would have been appreciated). I’m not giving 5 stars because that piercer gave me an incorrectly sized ring that caused bleeding and pus, and charged me without disclosing the price of the ring. I’m giving 4 stars because I called the shop and Vern made it right, changing the size of my ring, giving me all the info, and compensating for the last experience.

10/10 experience ! was super anxious to get my first piercings in abq and they were awesome plus super reasonably priced ! would definitely get pierced here again

I don't think I could give Ares enough kudos and compliments in just this small text box. I've been to them quite a few times now and each time is better than the last. They are a very kind, caring person who walks you through each step in the process. They make it abundantly clear that they 1- love their job and 2- go above and beyond to provide the best experience they can. You absolutely will not regret your decision if you choose to go with them. 100/10 experience here. (edit to correct name)

Vern does the best piercings in town!

I recently visited Ascension to get my nose pierced. I didn't know much about nose piercings and Ares, my piercer, was very informative. I wanted a hoop piercing but they politely explained that it can cause problems to start with a hoop and that they only do initial piercings with studs, but they also said that if I wanted a different piercer at the shop would do a hoop. I was pretty surprised at this, so I didn't get pierced that day. I was worried they would be mad at me for this, but they were very understanding and kind about it. The next day I decided to go through with the stud and Ares did a great job. They were kind and made me laugh a lot which is good because I was really nervous. The whole shop is very clean, professional, and inviting. Ares is very knowledgeable, open to questions and very comforting. I'd definitely get pierced by them again.

Love, love, LOVE ascension Vern and Sara/Ares always go above and beyond! Super helpful staff!

i called because i needed a touch up and i could not remember the artists name and the lady who answered was not helpful and rude, i hung up. i do not want a free tattoo, just a touch up and those are free. i called and the the lady who answer goes “ascention” no how can i help you today nothing so i told the lady i got tattooed there almost a year ago and i wanted to get a touch up but i couldn’t remember the artist. she goes if u don’t know the artist i don’t know the artist i can’t help you. i said okay thanks. she was no help at all and very rude tone on the phone. she didn’t list names of artist didn’t ask if she could help me in any other way so i hung up. and now ur calling me a liar? check ur cameras i got our 2 second conversation word for word. i have picture proof i got my tattoo at ur shop january 8 2022, but it doesn’t matter i will never step foot in ur shop ever again. 0|10 will never recommend ur shop. you guys could have handled my situation so much better in my opinion, it’s okay i’ll call up por vida ;p

This is my favorite piercing shop. Ares is wonderful, respectful and clearly an expert in their trade. Thank you so much!

Honestly, this is a good place. You walk in to see a nice clean, tidy lobby. There is some wicked cool stuff in the display cases. Beautiful, quality jewelry. The staff are kind, cheerful, respectful and happy to answer questions. And they communicate through the entire piercing process to ensure the client walks out happy. I even got a sugar tablet today as I was a tad woozy. EDIT The Industrial piercing I got here nearly a year ago is holding strong. Healed beautifully. EDIT Vern is such a cool guy. He squeezed me in between appointments today to change my rook bar. In and out. Thanks Vern!!

Got a few piercings from here now, from Ares. Ares poked me with damn good talent and a professional process as well. Being able to chat and just get a piercing with a good person, is f*ing ideal and makes it an easy flow. Thanks again from the shop and Ares for the good experiences! Will go back for more piercings and the tattoos are for next year!

A very friendly and welcoming environment. The person doing my piercing did amazing. 10/10 i recommend!

Used to shy away from this place but after the exceptional service and top notch treatment my daughter and I received this will become a family staple.

Sarah provided an incredible experience. They went through every single motion with me to make sure that I loved the placement of my piercings, gave their own recommendations on what they thought looked best, and has POSSIBLY THE MOST STEADY HAND I've ever been stabbed by. I highly recommend booking an appointment with them and getting some new beautiful jewelry added to your body. They are the kindest, most patient artist I've had the pleasure of working with. 100/10 experience.

I got my septum done and Sarah is awesome! She was so professional and I absolutely love the piercing, I also love how in depth she went with the process and aftercare. Definitely will visit again if I have any more piercing needs in the future.

Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Clean, and interesting facility. Fair prices. HIGHLY Recommend

The two front desk staff are so sweet and super helpful, Sarah is THE BEST I am on my third piercing from them and they always absolutely kill it and make me feel so comfortable and welcomed! 🫶🏼

I was really looking forward to visiting this place. It looked really cool from the picture, I really loved the vibe, and it was for piercings. Most places cater to tattoos. I was strictly looking for jewelry. I brought my other jewelry (captive hoops) for my snake bites, so as to ensure that I'd get the right size. They have a beautiful and wide assortment, unfortunately I wasn't helped. I told the lady behind the counter, what I was looking for, and showed her my jewelry for reference in size. She said she wasn't sure if they had what I wanted. I asked if she had a measure, in order to tell me what size I needed. She said she didn't have a way to measure. Other people showed up, and I was pushed aside. They had appointments for lobe piercings. I understand that they had an appointment, and needed to be taken care of, but in addition to not helping me, she didn't let me wait until they were done. She gave me a card, and told me to make an appointment. Basically showing me the door. I just wanted to buy jewelry. They should have had calipers, or even just a working knowledge of standard sizing, in order to help people. It's not practical to be there, and ready to buy, only to be turned away and told I need an appointment. If an appointment is needed in order to just buy jewelry, that should be made clear in advance. I wasted time, gas, and left with nothing. She was at no point rude, or unpleasant, but I wasn't helped in any way. I hate to be forced to shop online, but I've yet to be helped by any local shops... I've visited 4 so far.😔

I came to get a piercing during my lunch and I had left my ID in my bag at work. When I got there and realized that, I let them know and asked if a picture of it would have worked. All the receptionist (or piercer I don’t know and don’t really care) said was “nope!” I paused and just said “okay..” and she said “so we’re canceling today?” with a cheery voice. I said “well yes since I don’t have my ID” she said okay and looked away so I walked out. While I can totally understand policies are policies. Delivery is important. Customer service is important and the transaction left me feeling uncared for and upset. I was trying out a new parlor for the first time and not only am I definitely not coming back but I’m obviously not suggesting this place to anyone. Edit: owners response not only proved my point but I got a text saying “thanks for your review. Note that you’re blocked from booking appointments with us. Have a good day.” After I said I was definitely not going back. “Literally 15 seconds” and “left without saying anything else” when reviewing the camera footage you can clearly see me have a response and have the receptionist look away from me. Love your professionalism. Top notch.

Had an amazing experience!!! Went in Monday to get a VCH piercing for my husband for his birthday, and Sarah did an amazing job!! She was SO helpful at calming me down (I was REALLY nervous to get a below-the-belt piercing) and walked me through the aftercare, along with explaining to me everything she was doing leading up to the piercing itself, completely putting me at ease. And even though the piercing was PRETTY DAMN painful, she did a great job, and it was over and done before I knew it!! If I decide to get any piercings in the future, she is DEFINITELY the one I'll be coming to!!! Thanks again!!! 😁😁💜