All types of body piercing

The essence of piercing

Body piercing has been used throughout the world for centuries as a form of personal expression. This timeless form of body art is mostly considered taboo in today's culture, but thanks to a resurgence of interest in the importance of individuality, it has become healthy again.

While there are still many concerns about the effects of body piercings, like any form of permanent art, the first step is to understand all the various aspects of the procedure before doing it. 

This includes some personal work of figuring out exactly where you want to get pierced, as well as which store and artist will actually do it for you. No matter what, you'll have peace of mind knowing you've taken proactive steps towards a safe and fun experience at a professional piercing studio.

What types of piercings are there?

Piercings can be done all over the body, and there are quite a few places that are more popular and aesthetically pleasing. Take your time to decide which one is right for you before you start doing it.

Also, look into your artist's portfolio, whether they have images available in the store or their social media presence. You can get some insight into the work done by others and get the perfect, unique design you've always wanted.

Helix piercing

Although a helical piercing may seem unusual, it is actually just the top part of an earlobe. Typically, this is done so that smaller studs or loops can be placed in the area along with a traditional earlobe piercing. This is a great way to create more space for your own expression and have more options for decorating.

Fortunately, the helix is ​​not the most painful puncture site, as the cartilage around this area is relatively soft and thin. However, since everyone is different, you may not have pain, but you may experience some discomfort at the time of the piercing.

Tragus piercing

Next to the helix area is a tragus. A tragus piercing is essentially the outward-facing part of the inner ear and close to the ear canal. The cartilage in this area is slightly thicker than in the helix, so ear piercing will be a little more uncomfortable than other types of ear piercings. 

While not necessarily painful, due to the nature of the cartilage, your artist will have to apply more pressure with the cannula to get through the skin, so you may feel some discomfort in this regard.

The unique aspects of the tragus area make it popular with those looking for something a little different with regards to ear piercing as it is a very unconventional way to show off their personal body jewelry.

Nose Piercing

Nose piercing is one of the oldest and most widely known forms of body art. There are several ways to showcase a nose piercing. Common applications include the traditional bullfighting ring, which is made between both nostrils, as can be seen on the Spanish fighting bull.

Other types of nose piercings have a single looped ring through part of the nostril, or even on both sides, known as a septum piercing. The unique aspects of nose rings make them very popular with young people trying their first piercing.

Tongue piercing

Tongue piercings are usually done through the center of the tongue so that a small rivet or rod can be inserted into it. As with all types of oral piercings, it is imperative that you hire a professional with sterilized equipment and experience, as jewelry can cause problems with scraping gums or scratching teeth.

Oral jewelry can be something new and exciting, but you should always be aware of the potential complications if done professionally and cleanly.

What is the most popular piercing?

While each piercing has its own level of popularity, we can probably all agree that ear piercings, in one form or another, are the most popular and common, as they have the most cultural significance worldwide.

Whether helix or shell, the ears offer many areas and possibilities for expressing your personal style. You can really download body jewelry with many ear area styles!

What is the most painful piercing you can get?

The painful aspects of a piercing procedure are usually related to the amount of cartilage your artist will have to pierce through during the procedure and the thickness of that cartilage.

For example, a tragus ear piercing can be slightly uncomfortable due to the thick cartilage, but not painful. On the other hand, nipple piercings are extremely painful due to the fact that they contain millions of nerve endings through which the needle must pass.

Thus, if you want to get a painful piercing to show off to everyone else, your best bet is to get one or two nipple piercings.

What parts of the body can be pierced?

As mentioned earlier, there are many areas of the body that you can get pierced, some more popular than others. The ears, nose, and lips tend to be where most people stay, as they have the most jewelry options and are less likely to get infected.

Despite this, you can still get body piercings, such as nipple or belly button torso piercings, both popular but painful options. There is almost no part of the body that cannot be pierced, but be sure to explore more traditional options to find a master who can do them.

Which piercing is most likely to get infected?

A marine torso/abdomen piercing is one of the most painful and potentially dangerous piercings due to the higher chance of infection than other areas.

Because the belly button tends to be covered and warm, inserting an open wound can create a habitat for bacteria to multiply and cause a nasty infection. The same level of skin care after washing and cleaning required for other piercings is especially true when you are piercing in sea water.

aftercare

Once you receive your body jewelry, make sure the place is clean and free of debris, including lint and dirt. You can use antibacterial soap and warm water to get the job done. As long as you take precautions to prevent infection, you won't have any problems healing after a piercing. You might even want to go for another soon after!

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