Piercing

The labret piercing has become a hugely popular symbol of style for women and men alike over the past several years. However, when looking to get a new piercing (especially one that is so visible on the face), you’ll want to be certain that you know as much as possible about what you’re …

When you want to add another piercing to your ear, but you’ve already done your earlobe and helix, you might want to check out the conch piercing. Our guide will make you an expert throughout the procedure. If you’re the type who enjoys knowing exactly what’s going to happen when …

For more on cartilage piercing and what to expect when you have one, take a look below. By the time you’re done, you’ll know more than you ever thought possible about this type of piercing. What is a cartilage piercing? Many piercings that people have done go straight through the …

It is quite natural to have reservations about getting a new piercing. Most people have a specific question in mind: How much will a tower piercing hurt? Let’s discuss the pain factor so that you can be well informed when making your decision. The tower piercing is a perfect example …

Scars are a common concern among people who are considering a piercing. However, not all types of scars are the same. One type of scarring that you may not be familiar with is known as keloid scarring. Keloids are unusually prominent, visible scars that can form when your skin heals …

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 …

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, …

Home ” Ear Piercings » Infected cartilage piercings: causes, symptoms and treatment To keep your cartilage piercing looking its best and to 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 …

Tongue perforation infections may not be the first thing you think of when deciding to have your tongue pierced, but they do pose a real risk. The thing to remember about infected tongue piercings is that they are almost completely preventable if you follow good aftercare and oral hygiene routines. …