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Getting a piercing can be a combination of exciting and nerve-wracking. Every experience is going to be different, but there are some things you can do to prepare before your appointment.
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Since the piercing boom that came in the late 1990s, there has been an explosion of popularity in piercings. There's a lot of high-quality piercing studios popping up these days. Many of them even stock a lot of high-end brands in body piercing jewelry. But that alone doesn't mean a studio is worthwhile, so you need to learn how to tell if a business offers professional piercing services.
You may be asking yourself: where did this rise in popularity come from? Truth be told, it's thanks to the Internet and the online presence of the studios. Now, people have greater access to information and images now more than ever, providing inspiration for a prospective “piercee.”
Generally, most trusted institutions offer piercings in tandem with tattoos. These studios should be clean and professional. However, there are a lot more considerations to keep in mind.
Some shops are totally willing to pierce clients on a walk-in basis with little to no issue. However, to make sure you get the proper attention and care, it's much better to make your appointment ahead of time. This way, the piercing artist knows what to expect, and you'll know when you have to prepare.
You'll also be able to schedule your piercing at a time that works best for you. For example, if you enjoy swimming or water-based activities, it wouldn't be a good idea to make an appointment at peak seasons during the summer.
On the day of your piercing, make sure that you do the following:
Note: If you’re under 16, you must have a parent with you, and both of you need to have valid photo ID. That being said, we do reserve the right to refuse piercings on an individual basis.
Your piercing artist should follow several steps during the procedure and provide you with safe and skilled body piercing services:
In most professional environments, you'll receive a full breakdown along with a sheet of required aftercare to keep your piercing healthy and avoid infection.
Helpful tips will include keeping your piercing clean with a Recovery Saline Solution or another high-quality sea salt wash required 3-6 times a day.
Your piercing artist should check everything over one last time before you leave to make sure you're feeling OK and make sure you understand the aftercare instructions. Then, you can enjoy a safe and healthy recovery process with your cool new piercing.
Expect the piercing site to be itchy and slightly red on pale skin, or a little darker on those with a deeper complexion. Sometimes, the piercing produces a clear fluid that forms into a crust.
If you've recently gotten an ear or nose piercing, small lumps occasionally form. These lumps, known as granulomas, consist of trapped fluid. They're easily treated by soaking a cotton pad in warm water then holding it against them once a day.
An infected piercing has the potential to be serious if you don't get it treated quickly. If you think your piercing could be infected, it's best to seek medical aid immediately.
Your piercing might be infected if:
Make sure you:
Make sure you DO NOT:
Now that you know what to look for and have some general guidelines, you may want to take some time to consider what type of piercing you'd like to get. Want some suggestions for stylish body piercing options? We have some suggestions for you to get you started:
Odds are you might already have this, and you're looking for the next piercing that isn't in a typical location. In the event you don’t have one, the earlobe is great for beginners. Not to mention the options for earlobe jewelry are seemingly endless.
While jumping right into a facial piercing for your first time could seem risky, nostril piercings are straightforward and generally not too painful. You can always keep it subtle if you're not sure. While septum piercings tend to be a bit more painful, they offer a wide range of bold jewelry options.
The tragus is a simple but different ear-type piercing that can allow you to treat lightly into the piercing world. Keeping at the ears and lowly visible, the piercing still brings plenty to the table in terms of how unique it is.
A piercing growing in popularity, the daith is an interesting placement due to the claims that it allegedly helps with migraines. Claims aside, daith piercings are quite trendy. The daith is a nice little unsuspected surprise when people see it on you for the first time.
One last thing: it’s important to think about how a piercing will look on you rather than the images you see online. Not everyone looks the same. You can always ask your artist for suggestions or try our Perfect Fit virtual jewelry try-on tool.
We hope this post helps you make that big decision on when, where, and how you get your next piercing! Reach out to book your piercing session with Perfect Image now.
