5 Things to Know Before You Decide to Get a Piercing

Piercings have recently become a fashionable accessory to add to your outfits, but it does take a lot more investment than just paying for a stud or earrings. As such, it’s important to do plenty of research into a piercer and also learn more about the process so that you can get a better understanding of what goes on during it.

So without further ado, we’re going to cover 5 things you should know before you consider getting a piercing.

Prepare to spend a few weeks or months recovering

Depending on where your piercing is, you can expect to spend a few weeks or months recovering. You are punching a hole in your flesh body, after all. You can learn more aftercare information from Urban Body Jewelry or consider speaking to your piercer to learn more about what the piercing process involves and how long it will take to heal from your chosen piercing.

You need to watch out for infections and irritation

Piercing areas can sometimes be infected due to poor aftercare. We mentioned the importance of aftercare above, but you should be diligent by keeping the wound clean and dry. If you notice that it’s irritating you or that the area around the piercing is becoming red, you should contact your doctor immediately or speak to your piercing salon. They will be able to identify if the piercing area has become infected and if you should seek medical attention.

You should expect some pain during the piercing

Again, you’re piercing your skin, so do expect some level of pain. Everyone’s reaction to pain is different and some have higher tolerance levels than others, but you should expect to feel at least something. If you’re mentally prepared for the pain, then you’ll handle this far better.

There are probably more places to pierce than you can imagine

Most people think of ear or facial piercings when they want to get one, but there are plenty of unique (and often dangerous) places to get a piercing. We suggest doing a bit of research if you’re curious about the common locations to get a body or facial piercings but do keep in mind that different areas do come with different risks and concerns. Ear piercings are the most common because they’re perfect for accessorizing or completing your outfit, but for something more intimate or expressive, facial and body piercings are also a good choice.

Piercing guns are convenient, but not the safest way to get a piercing

One of the most convenient ways to get a piercing is via a piercing gun. These are offered by many shopping centers and in small booths on the high street. However, these cannot be sterilized like the needles from a professional piercing salon because they are typically made from metal. They are also not as clean as a piercing done via a needle by a professional. They can cause a lot of damage if used incorrectly and it’s a risk that you shouldn’t take.

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