This is not a literal four-star rating (well, technically it is...) Think of it more like a 4.75
The ONLY reason why I have to dock that .25 is because of the selection. Don't get me wrong.... this place is a small boutique with very very beautiful body jewelry. But if you're looking for something not-so-super-duper-special you may have to go on-line or to a larger store.
Now, I must say that HTC, Tempe is the most hygienic and sterile store I have ever seen without losing its personality. This is a funky little boutique with about four piercers. Every single one of them are down to earth and personable.... which is vastly different than other parlors in town, or may I say ahem... 'clubs' in town???
The piercers are fun and understanding.. let me tell you, I was a big baby during one specific stretch to my ears and Dana just laughed... let me pace around for a second... and then just kept on going. Half the time they'll give you discounts just for the heck of it.
So, I said that this place doesn't have a large selection.. which is true to an extent. What they do specialize in is handmade, mostly one of a kind pieces. There is a designer they have that makes gauges from the inside of a watch or clock. Each one is so neat to see. They also have their own person who makes wooden pieces. They have some seriously amazing pieces and some seriously awesome people.