Piercing

Eyebrow piercings are one of those things that seem to slip seamlessly in and out of style. It’s a strangely timeless piercing; if it’s not in vogue today, just wait a few months for it to come back into fashion. Popular among both men and women, eyebrow piercing is truly a unisex fashion statement. It can be placed anywhere along …

The belly button piercing, also known as the navel piercing, gained mainstream popularity in the ‘90s when it started gracing the bellies of pop artists like Christina Aguilera. Although it saw waning popularity in the 2000s, it has made a comeback like none other. Typically, the navel piercing pierces the skin above your belly button. This allows the jewelry to …

Rook Piercing Vs. Faux Rook Piercing: For those looking for a new internal cartilage piercing, the rook piercing is one of the most interesting that you can get. To achieve the look, a piercer passes a needle through the tower crest (also known as the anterior core of the anti-helix). A single piece of jewelry, usually a curved barbell, is …

Nipple Piercing: In recent years, nipple piercings have taken the piercing world by storm, exploding in popularity among both men and women. When it comes to piercings in sensitive areas, there tends to be a sexual stigma surrounding them. While these stigmas aren’t entirely unfounded—many who get their nipples pierced claim that it increases nipple sensitivity, adding to the bedroom …

The tongue is one of those body parts that we tend to take for granted, but many of life’s pleasures come from its presence. It helps us taste fantastic cuisine and speak beautiful words. What better way to draw attention to and celebrate it than with a tongue piercing? Tongue piercings come in two main types: the midline tongue piercing, …

You’ve finally taken the plunge and got the piercing of your dreams. The good news is that the majority of navel piercings heal very well without complications as long as you take care of your new bling. For most people, it will take three to six months for the navel piercing to heal completely, and for some people, this process …

The medusa piercing, also known as the philtrum piercing, has surged in popularity for its striking appearance, appealing to both men and women. When paired with bold jewelry, this piercing truly stands out. What Is A Medusa Piercing? A medusa piercing, a popular choice placed between the nose’s septum and the upper lip, punctuates the philtrum—the area’s anatomical term. Double …

Infected cartilage piercings: causes, symptoms, and treatment To keep your cartilage piercing looking its best and avoid long-term complications that might require serious antibiotics, follow our tips on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of mild and severe cartilage perforation infections. What is a perforated cartilage infection? The possibility of infection is something your piercer should discuss with you when you …

Septum Piercing Pain: The discomfort and sensitivity caused by piercings can vary from person to person, depending on their individual pain threshold, but this article presents what we know from anecdotal evidence about the pain of septum piercings. Will a septum piercing really hurt? Yes. A septum piercing will hurt, at least a little. Unless you are not in any …

Belly button piercing infections are unfortunately an unwanted side effect for some people, so you’re smart to be on the lookout for any signs that an infection is setting in. Sometimes, a belly button piercing that is healing without any complications can still look pretty bad, especially in the first few days and weeks, so don’t begin to worry too soon. This …