Just had my 6 year old daughter’s ears pierced here and Derek is awesome! He was very knowledgeable and patient. He took the time to explain everything. The shop does not look very impressive from the outside but the inside is very neat and clean. All the tools used where clean and safe. We are super happy with our experience!!

Brandon did an amazing job doing my septum piercing! He made me feel comfortable, calm, and even laugh. He explained the process and after care clearly to me. I’m definitely going back for another piercing once this one heals!

Ive gotten a septum piercing from Derek and a tattoo from Vinny. Im beyond impressed by the quality and professionalism at Buddha Box.Derek is a perfectionist and extremely knowledgeable about piercing and wound healing. My septum is all messed up from injuries, but he managed to get my piercing perfectly straight and for half the price of anywhere else. Plus he is quite possibly one of the nicest and friendliest people Ive ever met.I got a very simple black ink tattoo from Vinny and it turned out better than I could have expected. The quality is something I would expect for something more intensive than what I got. The lines are perfect, there were no mistakes and he packed it with a lot of ink. I might never need a touch up haha.I recommend Buddha Box to everyone I know, because they are genuinely the best piercing shop around with the added bonus of employing excellent tattoo artists.

I got my nose pierced (nostril) just today and I couldnt wait to leave an awesome review. Everyone I spoke to on the phone regarding my appointment was so nice and helpful. Derek did my piercing, and he was so calm and so knowledgeable and so fun to talk to. I had a nose job last year and let him know about it, and he knew exactly how to proceed and explained the reasons for everything, including the size and type of jewelry hed be using. It was practically painless, barely a pinch, he was so quick yet gentle. He was super conscious of making sure everything was super clean and sterile. Ive had several piercings and this was by far the best experience Ive ever had. I give Derek 5 stars for his professionalism and the way he did his job and 5 stars for being a really awesome human. Dont hesitate getting your piercing here!

Loved the place!!Definitely coming back.

Derek did my nipple piercings and he is the epitome of a piercing professional. This was the third time I’ve had them pierced and it was the most painless experience of the three. I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you Derek!

Brandon was a fantastic piercer and made the experience of getting my Medusa pierced nearly pain free. I highly recommend visiting for the highest quality jewelry and piercing experience!

Brandon was fantastic! Very clean and professional. He made the nose piercing process painless and answered all of our questions thoroughly. A+++

I’ve had several piercings done by Derek and each time it was an awesome experience. He is thorough with cleaning and sanitizing, has amazing piercing placement, and does it fast enough to minimize any unnecessary pain. On top of all that he is an awesome down to earth dude. Go visit!

Derek was amazing & compassionate, plus felt very comfortable with no judgment at all! Sadly he was able to assist me with an embedded nipple piercing that I have but as a professional, he advised me on what to do. Got a nose piercing with him & recommended him!

Derek is an awesome piercer! Hes very knowledged about piercing and jewelry. Very kind and gentle when it comes to the actual piercing of the body. Highly recommended 👌

Derek was great with my piercings! Practically painless and they look amazing!

Derek was Awesome!so informative, friendly, we will definitely be back!

Love this place! Gotta a nose piercing for my sister and Derek is so cool. Super clean, funny and knows what he is doing for sure!! I def recommend going to Derek for piercings. I would trust him 10 stars!!

Went in a while back (almost 2 years ago) to get my labret re-done after my previous piercer at a mall did mine crooked, went with Derek who pierced with a 12g which was super awesome. Ive since stretched it to 2g and its my favorite mod ever. Cleanest shop in san antonio with awesome stuff, really outta bounds. My recommendation for my out of town friends visiting 🤗

I dont even know where to begin. My sister and I came in to pierce our second lobes together and Brandon was such a wonderful piercer. He was so nice and calming even though I talked his ear off the entire time to try and compensate for my nerves lol Both of our piercings turned out beautiful with virtually no pain. I also had the pleasure of meeting Derek and chatting with him as well and I loved how down to earth and fun both him and Brandon were. You can just tell they were genuine people who do great work and love what they do. I definitely will not hesitate to come back here for all my piercing needs even though I live in Fort Worth. I think itll definitely be worth the drive.Thanks so much guys, yall were so much fun! 😊

Derek made my first piercing a breeze! He explained the whole process and made a few jokes to calm my nerves. I felt a small pinch but nothing like I was imagining. Hes very professional but at the same time makes you feel like hes a friend youve known for a while. 11/10 would recommend

Derek is super professional and down to earth cool human!

Brandon pierced me. I definitely recommend going to him. Very clean and a nice dude.

Brandon did a great job on my spetum piercing and was super funny!

Took my little sister for her first piercing for her 18th Birthday! She got her septum done with Derek. It took some time before we got in the room but it was because they are keeping it as clean and Covid Safe as possible! Derek did an awesome job going over the aftercare and possible problems that may arise. He made sure that she understood it all and gave her his info as well as aftercare instructions. I cant wait to go back but for me this time!

I made an appointment for a few piercings and was set up with Derek. I was a bit over-ambitious in my piercing plans and Derek talked me through his recommendations on scaling back for health and safety reasons. I really appreciated his professionalism and consideration over making an additional dollar. Derek was super friendly and personable and helped calm some of my nerves. I ended up getting a septum and 2 side by side nostril piercings. It was quick and fairly painless. Derek will definitely be getting my future business.The room was very clean and the shop seems to take covid precautions very seriously, which I greatly appreciated (I’ve seen Facebook lives from other shops that seem to have a revolving door of clients with little to no clean time in between).I can’t wait to return to switch out jewelry and get more piercings! (And also, hopefully, some tattoos from other artists in the shop).

I loved this place so much! I am not a person that has a lot of piercings. Only have my ears pierced in college. However, I wanted to have my nose pierced since a few months ago and I decided to make an appointment after reading the reviews. First, the girl who make my appointment was so kind and help me to get my appointment having information beforehand. When I arrived i called the number (they are not accepting walk ins because of COVID) so once you arrive, you call and they open the door and welcome you in. Again, never been in a tattoo/piercing studio before but this place was so clean, it didn’t smell bad (smoke/marijuana/alcohol). IT WAS MORE CLEAN THAN ANY HOSPITAL. I cant tell you how good and satisfying feels been in a place like that. It was noticeable that the bed was clean and disinfected. You can tell, they’re very strict with COVID protocols. Derek did my piercing, i loved that he was very straightforward explaining healing and aftercare. He is super friendly and he’s open to answer every question you have, without making you feel dumb. I cant say enough good things of him. Today is my second day with the piercing and it’s going well, i do have a little bit of pain 2 of scale of 10 so I guess is natural discomfort/swelling of the area.I would recommend this place to everyone interested in getting pierced ❤️

Great. Will be going back. These people are very professional. Very clean and friendly staff. Safe protocols. I will be going back to get my tattoo.

Derek is the best. I send everyone to him. I got my eyebrow pierced today, and it looks so perfect its like Ive always had it. Excellent Covid-19 practices; everything is super clean and no one was wearing a mask incorrectly. I love this place so much!

Amazing experience! Derek was super nice and fun to talk to, as well as very professional and informative. I got my second lobes re-pierced, I barely felt a thing and they look so much better! Will definitely be coming back for all my future piercings, and I highly recommend this studio and Derek 👍🏼

After reading tons of reviews online, I decided on Buddha Box for my septum piercing. Derrick was wonderful, patient and thorough. I LOVE the final product and the shop was immaculate. I was also very pleasantly surprised at the jewelry options!! Many more than I anticipated. I was very impressed with their safety measures and the quality of their work. Ill be taking my 6 year old soon to get her ears pierced!

The piercer is very knowledgeable and friendly, I got my nose pierced and I’ve gotten an awesome tattoo here!!

Awesome Place. Love It.

Personally, Derek came off a little passive aggressive. I came in with an issue with my lobe piercing which were done elsewhere. He didnt seem that willing to help once I got to the location. Instead he just made it seem like I was over reacting and sent me on my way as fast as he could. I wouldnt recommend this place.I called another Tattoo shop down the way that is located inside of Ingram park mall. The lady was amazing she switch my earrings to a long post so that my ears had room to swell. My ears started to feel and look better just a few hours later.

Brandon was great. He did my piercing and helped with downsizing after it healed. He was friendly and made me laugh. Will definitely be returning.

Derek is great he is friendly funny and fast highly recommend him

The gentleman who helped me at my appointment for my nose piercing was really nice, helpful, and very patient and professional. Highly recommend. 👍😊

Awesome place to get a piercing! They are following great measures to be safe with COVID19, as well the employees are very knowledgeable about what they’re doing, and will give lots of info on keeping your piercing clean! My piercing healed like a dream and I will definitely be back.

Miles is the bomb...awesome work and the staff is absolutley amazing !!! Check out the photos .... more work and reviews to come !!!!

BRANDON IS THE MAN YALL! BUDDHA BOX IS WHERE IT’S AT!!I am not new to piercings and after an appalling experience at a previous shop I came into Buddha box for a second opinion on my wrecked piercings. Without hesitation they were so willing to help (even though I knew they did not have to since it was not their work)and SUPER informative! I know I was pretty angry and bashing the previous shop who put me in this position, however Brandon was so nice, professional, and patient! Such a fun and friendly environment and very safe I felt comfortable with all the protocols put in place for covid! This is definitely my new go to for piercings and can not wait to bring all my friends!!!! Thank y’all Buddha Box STAY AWESOME!

Took my wife here for Daith piercing in hopes to remedy or improve her migraines. Took her while she was starting to get one. It abated! Place is super clean and the staff is super friendly and helpfully. See Derick for your piercings he is very knowledgeable and takes his time with you.

Derick is so knowledge and just a nice guy to talk too. Enjoy the times I have gone to get my piercings with my daughter. The work they do is also amazing. Its worth going to get your piercings done by a professional.. highly recommend it

Super clean and the staff is friendly! Went for 3 piercing at once and they took care of me! A little expensive but you get the expertise with it!

I had two piercings done by Brandon. Id been kind of nervous but he was really nice and friendly, made some jokes, and that helped me calm down a lot. The piercing procedure was quick and over within minutes, and they turned out so so good. Really happy I chose Buddha Box

Amazing experience for my daughter! She wanted a septum piercing for her 18th birthday and Derek was the perfect piercer for the job. Hes professional, courteous, knowledgeable, experienced and he was great at helping her calm down. She was so impressed with him, shes decided she wants more. Highly recommended.

I have been here multiple times for piercings. They are very knowledgeable and very professional. Ive never had a problem with any of the piercings I got from here.

Got my conch done last night! Derek is amazing, made me feel very comfortable. Their jewelry is very nice and i like how they let you pick what you want instead of giving you the stranded silver ball. Staff was very friendly and a great atmosphere! Defiantly recommend going here for any piercing.

I read reviews online and the reviews were legit. I walked up to the door, A guy was standing there asked if I needed help. I told him what I was looking for he asked, if I wanted a specific artist to help, I didn’t, even though I had read that Derek was good. Well it happened to be him, he got me an appointment, (appointment needed) I was seen with 30 mins and I am very happy with my nose piercing. Place was clean inside and Derek was very informative and funny with his jokes!

I had my septum pierced yesterday by Brandon and it went so smoothly! Even though Ive had a few other piercings this was the best experience Ive had getting a piercing so far. He talked me through the whole process and aftercare, answering any questions I had. I was a pretty nervous about this piercing and he did an amazing job calming me down and waited until I was ready, I had no feelings of being rushed at all. The piercing was swift and nearly painless and still doesn’t really hurt, its only occasionally sore. Ill definitely be going back there to get any other future piercings. The studio has such a chill atmosphere, and it looks badass.

Got naval jewelry here. They had great service and prices

Awesome place chill cozy and friendly staff! will recommend to everyone!!

Derek was awesome and redid an old nose piercing that was in an awful spot. He did such a great job, will only see him for piercings from here on out! Highly recommend & don’t hesitate because of current situations- they are extremely sanitary and make the experience more than comfortable.

Derek is one of the best piercer I have ever personally used or consulted with and high quality products all around

Had my nose pierced by Derek today and it was great! The facility was extremely clean and following strict safety measures due to Covid. Derek was very professional, friendly and explained everything very well. They definitely earned my future business for piercings.

Yall werent kidding when you said Derek was the best! Super nice and friendly. My first two ear piercings were done at Platinum across the street, but Ill never go there again. (Im ashamed that I ever did go there.) Buddha Box staff is just so much better in every way. My friend and I were able to walk in and get helix piercings done by Derek on a Thursday evening. We didnt wait too long and we were very impressed by the shop! So cool. This is my new go-to piercing place. :D

Very impressive establishment, very clean and they are very professional. Guy I believe is co owner was awsome. He gave us so much information about how to care for her piercing. Also he was very patient with my daughter cause she was nervous and he had us sign all they proper paperwork cause she is a minor .this place feels like a doctor office .

Got my helix pierced and Brandon was the best! Clean and sterile environment. He made me feel very comfortable.

I can’t rave about this place enough. Seriously love everyone and everything about this shop. I got my nose pierced last year and have had to go back a few times either for questions or to switch out the piercing for other jewelry or the medical silicone (?) piece for a few MRIs I’ve had. Derek is FREAKING AMAZING. He’s always so friendly and eager to help and will answer any questions you have and never make you feel silly for asking. Derek is very knowledgeable about piercings. The shop is clean and organized. You won’t regret going here. I’m happy I found them last year when I was looking for a shop.

Got my septum pierced. SO professional and fantastic. I was nervous and they helped calm my nerves. Quick and honestly painless. I highly highly highly recommend this piecing place. Id give it more stars if I could

I went here to get my daith piercing. They are awesome. The place is spotless and they are very friendly and helpful. They even give contact info to keep on touch for aftercare it doesnt just end with the service. I definitely recommend them.

Love this shop, I have been pierced by Richard and Derek and they both do a great job explaining everything as well as answering all of my questions. They have good quality jewelry and are quick about getting you in! If youre looking to get pierced this is a great shop to go to.

Update: its been 8 months and my piercing healed nicely without problems. Extremely satisfied with my experience here.my first time visiting this establishment was 2 weeks ago and i must say it was a pleasant experience. Got my septum pierced by Brandon, he was kind, knowledgeable and very patient with my questions.

Highly priced, a little snobby,but they do good work. Take that as you will.

Great staff. Clea. Personable. Definitely recommend for piercing!

Miles did an amazing job! Very helpful and friendly guy. Thank you so much!

My experience from the start was great! the receptionist is awesome! went to Buddha Box to get 3 piercings done by Derek. he’s really cool, very informative...made sure i was calm & explained everything step by step. so happy i found this place!

Super helpful! Great people working there. You can ask them questions about anything that they will be doing and the reassure you and making you feel better if you have any doubts. Super fantastic place to go for piercings or tattoos! Love it

I got my nose septum pierced by Derek on October 28th and I have nothing but great things to say. He told me before hand about any possible risks and thoroughly answered any questions I had and very personable. I’m happy I went here for an opponent.

I went here to get a septum piercing and it was a great experience. Derek was very informative and friendly. I highly recommend this place for any piercings or tattoos you want to get done. The shop is very clean and it’s a nice environment. I’m 15 and I was really nervous to get my septum pierced, but Derek was super helpful and he did an amazing job. It was super quick and not as painful as I thought it would be. Thanks Derek.

Always very clean.Professional.A wonderful space and feeling.The only place Id go, specifically because everything about it it awesome*

Derek is the best piercer in town. Very clean and sterile environment

Went here about 2 years ago for my septum piercing, forgot the guys name so forgive me. They accepted me as a walk in at like 9pm and were so incredibly friendly. The guy piercing me was very friendly and calmed me down before getting a piercing as Im afraid of needles (yet here I am with 9 piercings haha.) My favorite thing is that he didnt do a countdown and instead just had me breathe in and out until he could see that I was relaxed and then let me lay on the table until I was safe to get up without all the blood rushing to my head. He was incredibly friendly as well as professional and I dont want to recommend anywhere else to get a piercing except here. I attached 2 photos of my piercing, one from right after I got it and another of a photo I took today!

Derek helped me out with a piercing I had been having issues with that was previously gotten from another shop. He examined the area and asked me about my jewelry preference to really fit my body with jewelry right for my body. He was very kind and informative. I only wish I had come here to Buddha Box for my piercing in the first place! Highly recommend!

When Derek changed out my nose jewelry he was very precise, gentle, and professional. Good conversation too, five stars!

Been there twice now over the span of a few years for a piercing and new jewerly. They are amazing! Clean and friendly

My 9-year-old daughter wanted to get her ears pierced, so we made an appointment to see Derek. Upon arrival, we waited in the car while the piercing room was set up (they told us about that when we made our appt) and Derek came out to greet us just a couple minutes later. Derek was super friendly, relaxed, and VERY good communicating with my daughter. He was happy to chat and encouraged me to take pictures for mom since she couldnt be there (they only allow one adult with a minor due to Covid - also explained during the appt process). He always told my daughter what he was doing and kept checking in to make sure she was alright. When all was said and done, my daughter and I were very happy with our experience.Edited to add: I want to mention also that Derek was not hasty. He took the time needed to measure and mark the piercing sites, including anticipating where the piercings would be once she grows up and he ears drop a little. He made sure it was even, then asked me, followed by my daughter, to make sure we were all happy.

Absolutely the best place for any type of person. I had my tongue pierced when I was about 18 or 19 well fast forward a few years and a lot of ink later, now at the age of 42, I went here by a referral to see Derrick and got my septum pierced by him (🤪😛😍 LOVE THIS GUY 😍😛🤪). The most professional, comfortable environment, most accurate procedure, educational information of process and procedure.Sooo.... short of inviting the crew of Buddha Box Studios and causing an unexpected closing of shop for a BBQ and beer as my appreciation, Im giving a 5 Star review!Love Yall!

Derek was awesome and a very chill person, would hands down recommend Bhudda box. My peircing was quick and painless!

From the phone call, this place demonstrates the upmost professionalism. Our 15yo wanted a septum piercing so we made her do all the research. She contacted a few shops recommended to us, and found the most comfort in the initial call to Buddha Box above the others. At the location, we found the professionalism continued. Derek was fantastic, gave her/us very clear instructions on the entire procedure & after care responsibility. All around outstanding experience. Highly Recommend Buddha Box!

Got my ears pierced here and they were super chill. I think the only reason it took so long was because we kept talking at every step of the process not only to describe what he was doing but because Derrick was just fun to talk to. I was there for about 45 mins in total and the actual piecing took about 10-15 mins. He let me relax between each piercing. It didnt hurt much but I had to physch myself up for it.

Miles does great work!

Loved it super nice piercing artists and very understanding. Love my tongue piercing and happy I went here!

Derek is GREAT! I’ve gotten three piercings by him and they all were virtually painless. He’s great at what he does, safe/clean, and cool to chat with during the the process. He’s worth the wait &!5)3 cost.

Pricey but professional. Maybe just a bit uppity as well.

Brandon was excellent. He has such a gentle demeanor and made me feel very comfortable. Ive had my septum pierced before. He was very particular about the placement and I didnt feel it at all when he pierced it. So pleased with the entire experience!

After deciding to get second lobe piercings and an upper ear piercing I started looking for a shop to go to. I found Buddha Box online because of the excellent reviews. Erin was fantastic! She explained everything and was delightful. This shop is very clean, great atmosphere and again I cant express enough how much I loved Erin. Ill be going back soon for my first tattoo. Thank you Buddha Box!

🤔 I loved my experience there. I have had my nose pieced a cpl other time but the lady there was far more informative than any other place had been by far. Im sorry I forgot your name but thank you for all your help and not being a stuck up chick. You jokes around and made it a very fun and lively experience. 😎

Everyone I met here was amazing and super nice! Brandon who did piercing was amazing. I will definitely go back to the place. #highfiveBrandon

My favorite place for jewelry. Love the Diablo Organics options.

Derek gave me a nose piercing and it was a wonderful experience! He was clearly very knowledgeable and made me and my friends feel super comfortable and at ease (they were getting piercings too). We even changed rooms for each friend so they could sanitize the rooms! Would come again, thanks Derek!Update Oct. 3rd 2019- I got my daith pierced with Derek and it was the most painless piercing experience Ive ever had! He was so fast about it and there was literally no more than a pinch of pressure for the piercing. Thank you guys so much!

I would definitely recommend this shop for anyone who is interested in piercings. The atmosphere is chill and everyone there are friendly. Brandon did my septum piercing and it wasnt painful at all!

Came here back in January for a septum piercing then a few months ago for help putting back on a ball that fell off. Both times were really pleasant and those who helped me did an excellent job. Derek is an outstanding piercer & did a fantastic job informing me of proper aftercare, making sure I was as calm as possible, and made the actual process almost painless! I absolutely love this shop and will come here a few more times in the future for more of my dream piercings!

They did a great job piercing my friends ears. The staff was so nice. And from the portfolios I looked in the artists there were really good. It was very clean and they used new tools. Id recommend them everytime

I hot my septum pierced and Derek was amazing!!!

This is my third time here, the first two being nearly 5 years ago. The place is very clean and orderly. Everyone is friendly and professional and my piercing went extremely smoothly! The piercer, Brandon, was thorough in explaining the whole process to me including aftercare. I will be back soon!

Decided to go here to get my nose pierced because of all the great reviews I read...they were all true. It doesnt matter how fancy or what side of town a place is on for it to be good. They were so nice and made sure I was completely comfortable before anything was done. My uncle was with me and they were really nice to him as well. I recommend this place to anyone looking to get a piercing. I will definitely be going back in the future!!

My daughter got a septum piercing by Derek Gregston. He was courteous & professional. He explained the aftercare & made us feel comfortable and at ease. I watched the piercing and it was done with care and he made it look effortless.My daughter said it did not hurt.I highly reccomend Buddha Box Studio & Derek.

Sweetest people ever. I had to have some jewelry removed for surgery that had been in a long time. Erin and Derek were so patient and phenomenal. Erin was doing a great job working an old piercing out and Derek stepped in with a tip to help. He was very kind and she was very receptive. They were a great team, genuine and caring. Derek took time to talk with us and explain the dangers of piercings in surgery. I felt very welcome and cared for.Beautiful shop, awesome and unique pieces/products.Bedside manner = A+++Cleanliness = A+++Knowledge = A+++Priceless!

The shop itself is beautiful. Super chill vibes. Got my earlobes pierced by Erin. This isn’t my first piercing, I’ve had a dozen piercings at 5 different shops in 2 different states. She was by far the most knowledgeable piercer I’ve worked with. Had me laughing and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire experience. I’d recommend this spot to anyone. Will 100% be coming back to get my lips and tongue done here!

Erin was absolutely wonderful! I have basic ear piercings & was wanting to add 2 on my left only for a triple lobe piercing look. Erin was able to answer any questions that I had. Everything was super professional. Environment was super chill. Loved it & had a great experience! Totally recommend.

I got a double nostril piercing with Erin and she was wonderful. She was thorough in her explanations and after care instructions. I was also very impressed that she took the time to measure out the marks for the holes and places them according to what style of jewelry I plan to wear. It was a great experience unlike Ive had with previous piercers in the past and will definitely return in the future!

Staff is wonderful and professional and very talented. I definitely recommend this place for piercings that are temperamental and require precise skill!

Got my daith piercing taken out here today that was done wrong at platinum. Derek was very informative and super nice and professional!!! I’ll definitely be going back to let him repierce my daith once it’s healed!

The receptionist was very friendly and professional. Derek did my piercings. He is amazing! He was also very friendly, professional and knows what he is doing. Glad I found this place!