Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Brainstorming
• Method 2 of 4: Ear piercing
• Method 3 of 4: Piercing the face
• Method 4 of 4: Piercing other parts of the body
• Tips

Piercing can be both a pleasant experience and a negative experience at the same time.But in order to be sure that you will not regret your decision, it is important to choose what works for you and does not entail any consequences. Read the basic instructions before making such an important decision. Below you will find special tips, and we will also cover the pros and cons of all types of piercings.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Brainstorming

1. 1 Consider the visibility of the piercing. Ear and facial piercings are very visible and can cause problems for some people at school or at work. If you decide to get a piercing, make sure you don't have to remove it at school or work.
   • If you do decide to get a piercing, think about how you can hide the piercing. Some schools allow you to cover your piercing with a small bandage until it heals.
2. 2 Get a temporary piercing. Temporary rings can be easily attached where you want to get the piercing so you can get used to it.
   • If you don't have a clip-on piercing, you can use a small adhesive-sided bead or small piece of jewelry and glue it to your face using non-toxic white glue. It may sound silly, but you can look in the mirror from all angles.
   • Take a walk down the street if you like. Ask for the opinions of others. Look in the mirror during the day in different lighting conditions. At the end of the day, do you have any doubts about the location of the piercing? If so, you can always change your mind.
3. 3 Take a photo. Take a photo full-face and from different angles. Look at the photo. Post it online to see what your friends think. Your face must be there in full face, and the photo must be taken in good lighting.
   • Open the photo in a graphics editor. It can be a simple editor like Paint, or you can use an improved editor like Photoshop, or you can use online editors like pixlr.com.
   • Attach a black dot (or a photo of a ring or stud) similar to a piercing on your face if you don't have clips. Move away from the computer and look at her. Change the location until you decide where you want to get the piercing. For experiment.
4. 4 Think about your shortcomings. As odd as it sounds, you can use piercings to hide flaws or highlight your strengths. For example, a bumpy or wide nose can be easily set off with a nostril piercing. Don't like the shape of your eyebrows? Try inserting a ring into your eyebrow or distracting attention to other parts of your face by piercing your lips.
5. 5 Sleep in it. Don't make hasty decisions. Think about it for a couple of weeks. Keep experimenting with facial piercings and make sure you like the way it looks. Think about how much energy you will have to spend to keep it clean. Make sure you really want it.
6. 6 Consult an experienced APC certified piercer. It is best to ask all your piercing questions to a piercer who is certified by the Professional Piercing Association (APP). To obtain this certificate, you need to attend special courses for at least a year and familiarize yourself with the safety precautions of preventing bacteria from entering the blood. When getting your piercing, be sure to have it done by a professional.
7. 7 Talk to your parents if necessary. You may need to get parental permission before you pierce any part of your body. In some regions you must be 16 years old to get pierced without parental permission, in some it is 18. In some regions you must be at least 14 years old to get pierced with or without parental permission.

Method 2 of 4: Ear piercing

1. 1 You can simply pierce your earlobe. The most common type is ear piercings. People with pierced ears can be found in church and at a rock concert.Ear jewelry is acceptable in most schools and firms, and if not, you can easily hide them under your hair.
   • Per: Fashionable and simple, regular earlobe piercing is a pretty good start. If you want something a little cooler, you can make several punctures or insert tunnels into the earlobes, gradually increasing the size of the earring, thereby stretching the puncture itself.
   • Against: Ear piercing is not the most creative choice if you want to "stand out from the crowd." But it is quite suitable for beginners.
2. 2 You might like the pinna curl puncture. This is a very common piercing site where the upper ear cartilage is pierced and is relatively painless. This part of the ear is great for stylish piercings.
   • Per: The thin curl of the auricle is pierced - you can easily insert the piercing there and take care of it. The auricle is also flexible enough to be connected to other earrings, although this type of piercing is different from a traditional ear piercing. You can pierce the pinna curl or the antihelix just below it.
   • Against: This type of piercing stands out and attracts attention, but you can hide it under your hair.
3. 3 You can also pierce the tragus. The tragus is a small cartilaginous protrusion at the front of the pinna that covers it like a small valve. These piercings are not easy to do, but then you will definitely stand out from the crowd and look unique.
   • Per: Cool piercing will help you stand out from the crowd. A small, stylish ring or stud will brighten up your look. It also hurts a little, which can be a good way to show your resilience.
   • Against: Because the tragus is denser than the top of the ear, it can be painful to pierce it. It can also take a long time to recover, because part of the earring is located in the ear itself, and will provoke the release of earwax - you will have to wipe it often. This type of piercing can cause inconvenience when using headphones (especially earbuds).
     • The daith piercing is done in the auricle just above the tragus - usually the piercing is easier and does not cause much pain, but is almost the same as the tragus piercing. Consider this option if you are afraid of pain and worried about the subsequent care of your piercing.
4. 4 You might like the pinna curl puncture. An auricle piercing is made between the auricle curl and the earlobe, along the posterior sulcus of the auricle. This is a very common piercing site.
   • Per: As with any ear piercing, an auricle piercing is relatively safe, heals quickly and is easier to care for than a piercing on the face or body. A barbell-shaped decoration will look great there.
   • Against: This type of piercing immediately catches the eye. They will definitely notice him.
5. 5 You might be interested in cartilage punctures. There is a lot of cartilaginous tissue in the ear, and all of them have already been successfully pierced by experienced and qualified piercers in tattoo parlors.
   • If you want to get your ears pierced, buy a temporary hoop earring that you can put on different parts of your ear for an experiment. Leave it on for a couple of days to see if you like it, then check with your piercer.

Method 3 of 4: Piercing the face

1. 1 Consider piercing your nostrils. It is possible that nostril piercing is the second most popular after ear piercing. This is a stylish type of piercing, quite acceptable in most communities, and both rings and studs can be inserted into the piercing.
   • Per: Nowadays, nose piercing has become more common, because it was he who opened the baton of facial piercing. It is easy to care for and heals quite quickly.
   • Against: It is almost impossible to hide the piercing in the nostril, and you will not be able to remove it for several months until it heals. Corkscrew studs are also quite difficult to remove.
2. 2 Pierce the nasal septum (nasal cartilage bar). The septum is the wall that separates the nostrils and sits under the cartilage. Septum punctures are becoming popular for many reasons.
   • Per: The septum is easily punctured and not so noticeable. The rings can be hidden in the nostrils and they will become almost invisible.
   • Against: Pierced septum looks stylish with the right jewelry, but if you choose it wrong, the piercing will look like a booger. Sometimes it is a very painful procedure - it all depends on the shape and size of your nasal septum.
3. 3 Consider lip piercing. Usually, a puncture is made along the smile line under the lower lip - in the center, left or right, or in several places. Sometimes the upper lip is pierced - this type of piercing is called "Madonna" if the piercing is made on one side or "Monroe" - if from two. Regardless of the number of piercings, lip piercings look stylish and are very common.
   • Per: There are many combinations and variations of lip piercing, that is, you can start with one piercing and then gradually increase the number. If you want to get a so-called "snake bite" or "fangs", start with one earring to see if it works for you, and then you can do the next piercing.
   • Against: By piercing your lips, you risk damaging your teeth - a part of the tooth may break off or the enamel may be damaged. As with any facial piercing, lip piercings should be done under appropriate conditions by an experienced piercer.
4. 4 You can also pierce your eyebrow. Earlier, eyebrow piercings were done to show courage and courage. It looks fashionable and stylish.
   • Per: Eyebrow piercing symbolizes strength and team spirit. Both barbells and rings look equally good on the eyebrows.
   • Against: Probably the hardest eyebrow piercing to hide, it is usually almost impossible to do it just by removing it or covering it with a bandage. In addition, now this species is no longer popular with its former popularity.
5. 5 Consider piercing your tongue. Tongue piercings are the most difficult type of facial piercing and can only be done by experienced craftsmen. It is not in the first place in popularity, but it has a place to be for several reasons.
   • Per: Some people find tongue piercings stylish and sexy. It's also easy to hide.
   • Against: Tongue piercing is one of the most dangerous and painful facial modification procedures. There is a risk of damage to nerves and blood vessels if the puncture is done by a non-professional. There is also a risk of dental problems.

Method 4 of 4: Piercing other parts of the body

1. 1 Consider a navel piercing. One of the most common and easily concealed body piercings is a navel piercing or piercing. More popular with women, belly button piercings tend to work better on slim figures.
   • Per: Belly button piercing is definitely the most common and socially acceptable piercing.
   • Against: These punctures are quite painful and require careful maintenance to avoid infection.
2. 2 Also consider nipple piercings. Roman soldiers are said to have pierced their nipples to show their bravery. Nipple piercings emphasize sexuality and are common among both men and women.
   • Per: Many people believe that nipple piercing increases sexual arousal. They are easy to hide and trendy.
   • Against: The nipples are very sensitive and the punctures can be quite painful at first. Long-term piercing can affect milk production and a woman's ability to breastfeed.
3. 3 Consider other piercing options. For example, you can pierce the thigh, back, back of the head, or wrist. Corset piercing is very popular among those who like to modify their body and those who are looking for something special.
   • Per: Body piercing can be attractive and effective as it is difficult to remove. You can also make piercings on the skin.
   • Against: Usually, these punctures are quite difficult to make and there is a risk of rejection. They can also easily be pulled out of the skin with a careless movement.
4. 4 Consider genital piercings as well. Not all piercing lovers can boast of pierced genitals, as only a few can dare. Most people find this terrible. While these piercings are exciting and enjoyable during sex, you also run the risk of getting an infection, damaging nerves, or losing sensitivity in the most intimate part. Always go to an experienced and qualified genital piercer.
   • Women vertical clitoral hood piercings are often done, although horizontal piercings are also possible. Despite the fact that there are different types of genital piercings, for example, a “buffet” piercing, when the posterior edge of the vulva is pierced or a puncture of the clitoris itself, piercing is contraindicated for many women for anatomical reasons, for example, clitoral piercing - having done it, they expose themselves to a large risk.
   • Men usually pierce the bottom of the frenum through the urethra or pierce the head of the penis - this is called "Prince Albert". There are other types of piercings, such as a scrotal piercing (Hafada) or a puncture of the foreskin. However, the technician needs to take into account the anatomical features of each person, and also take into account some factors - such as the circumcised foreskin - they play a large role in the decision regarding the puncture.

Tips

• Remember that any piercing requires care and follow the instructions of the master to avoid infection. If you don't take proper care of it, infection will enter the wound and you could lose your piercing.
• Always check with a professional piercer before getting pierced. We regret rash and sudden decisions the most, especially when it comes to piercings or tattoos.
• If you remove the earring from the piercing, it can begin to tighten and completely overgrow.
• Never try to get pierced yourself unless you know exactly what you are doing and have experience. Only a professional should get piercings done, or you could injure yourself and / or get an infection or infection in the wound.