Anti-Tragus - A piercing through the cartilage rim opposite the Tragus.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Anti-Helix - Similar to "Rook" piercing.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Anti-Eyebrow - Upper cheek piercing performed using a micro surface bar.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Beauty Spot - upper lip piercing, to resemble a "beauty spot" See also Monroe.
Takes 2-3 months to heal
Bridge - horizontal piercing through the bridge of the nose.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Cheek - A piercing through the cheek, usually to resemble a dimple.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Chest Bars - A long and deep piercing through the skin of the chest.
Takes 4-9 months to heal.
Cleavage - A female piercing of the cleavage, usually vertically but horizontal is possible in some cases.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Daith - An inner conch ridge cartilage piercing.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Dermal Anchor - (also known as Outplants) Named long before the name Dermal was used nationally. Single point piercing.
Takes 4-9 months to heal.
Ear Lobe - Many placements. Each ear can be pierced Ten or twenty times or more making this the king of pierce-able organs Only the ability of the piercer limits the expression of the ears.
Eyebrow - A piercing through the ridge of the eyebrow, no it cannot paralyze your face!
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Frowny - A piercing through the lower lips inner web.
Takes 4-6 weeks to heal.
Medusa -A central upper lip piercing.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Nape - Back of the neck piercing using a surface bar. Takes 4 -8 months to heal.
Piercings, oh piercings, how I love them so. For information on how to become a body piercer or piercing artist, as some call them, watch some of the videos on this page about safe piercing and the steps to being a master.
Body Piercing is a form of body modification that has been around for centuries. At one point it was used to show the transition to adulthood or to show off some rite of passage in many cultures. However, it has taken a new turn in popularity over the last couple of years, to a point where almost every young adult has at least one piercing. But, if you're just now considering getting your own tasteful body modification, the hundreds of different types of piercings may be a little daunting.
10 Reasons You Shouldn't Buy Cheap Body Jewelry
1.) They may not be the right fit for your piercing. Cheap body jewelry is more often than not perfectly sized. While you may be looking for a 14 gauge barbell, a company mass-producing body jewelry isn’t going to have time to ensure that every single piece of jewelry will be the exact size you need. This will lead to problems with fit, and can cause issues with rubbing on your piercing. It’s best to just stick with a brand you know, or if you’re unsure of where to get the perfect fit, get in touch with your piercer for jewelry and sizing suggestions.
2.) The threading may be off. The threading inside of body jewelry is important to keep the balls or ends snugly on barbells. If the threading is off at all, you may lose balls at the end of your jewelry, which means you’re going to have to buy replacement balls or a new piece of jewelry.
3.) There may be rough burrs of metal. Rarely do companies who make cheap body jewelry ensure that each piece is held to a higher standard. This means that there may be rough burrs of metal still on that barbell or captive ring that you bought. The major reason this is a problem is because it can irritate the sensitive skin around your piercing or increase the risk of infection
4.) The cheap metal can irritate the skin. Cheap metals aren’t good for any jewelry, this can be seen when a ring turns your skin different colors. But, imagine this same problem happening with your new piercing. Cheap metals that aren’t surgical grade can cause irritation or even infection. Make sure you know whether or not your jewelry is going to cause problems with your skin before you buy it, especially if you have sensitivity to metal.
5.) Cheap plastics can irritate the skin. Cheap plastic can also cause problems, especially as the jewelry bends and warps with your movements. A lower quality plastic can increase the risk of pulling and may cause micro-tears in your piercing. If you must use plastic jewelry, make sure that you’re buying something for the quality, rather than the quantity available in body jewelry packs.
6.) Plated metal. Plated metal may work at first, but as it ages, the plating will wear away. The major problem with plated metal in piercings is that you may start out just fine, but a month or two down the road your skin may become irritated or inflamed. This, just like cheap metals, can lead to infection, especially in a newer piercing.
7.) Increases the risk of infection. As it’s been stated above, cheap body jewelry can increase the risk of infection, especially when you’re changing out the jewelry in your new piercing. Remember, the lower the quality, the harder it is to maintain the proper balance of hygiene with piercings.
8.) Increases the risk of rejection. While this is less likely, rejection of the jewelry is also a concern. If the body finds that the jewelry is too much of an irritant, it may “push” the jewelry out, this is especially the case with cheap dermal implants. 9.) They aren’t sterilized. Most cheap jewelry that you will buy will not have been sterilized before packaging. If you insist on purchasing cheap quality jewelry, make sure you clean body jewelry thoroughly with rubbing alcohol before you put it in or look. 10.) They don't last. Just like any other product on the market that you buy at a cheap price cheap body jewelry just doesn't last like it should. The stainless steel or titanium jewelry you can get through your piercer should last several years. However, buying jewelry online or at a random retail store may not last long, meaning you'll pay more in the long run.
9 Most Popular Piercings
1.Industrial Piercing Industrial piercings, also known as a "Bar" piercing or "Scaffold" piercing, is any two holes connected with a single piece of straight jewelry. This is typically found in the upper ear cartilage and in some cases can be found as a duel industrial to add a little bit of flair. This is a more extreme piercing but one that is frequently accepted. 2.Cartilage/Helix Piercings Cartilage or helix piercings are some of the most common piercings around next to ear lobe piercings. These piercings are along the outer ridge of the upper ear. They can be pierced with a captive ring or even a stud. They have become popular in pairs, such as the double helix or even a triple helix piercing. Again, since this is a cartilage piercing, it does have a bit longer to heal. The typical healing timeframe for a cartilage piercing is 6 months. However, you can get your jewelry swapped out sooner by your piercer. 3. Conch Piercings Conch piercings are relatively new to the “popular piercings” list. But, their popularity has grown. The conch piercing can be found either in the inner or outer portion of the conch (the inner curve of the ear). This piercing is more difficult to heal, but is a beautiful piercing none the less. 4. Rook Piercings Much like the Conch, the Rook piercing is a relatively new name to the popular list of piercings. This piercing is placed on the antihelix of the inner ear, located just above the Tragus which is also another popular spot to pierce. As with all other cartilage piercings, your healing timeframe is going to be longer than if you pierce soft tissue. 5. Belly Button Piercing (Navel) Belly button piercings are by far one of the top piercings around the Western World. Despite it posing a risk of infection due to the location and constant irritation from pants, if a navel piercing is taken care of properly, it is a great way to decorate an otherwise boring looking piece of skin. Navel piercings are more commonly found on women, but even men can get their belly buttons pierced. 6. Bite Piercings The bite piercings are increasing in popularity. Whether it is below or above the lips. These are dual-piercings that penetrate the lip’s surrounding area in a variety of different ways. The most common is the snake bite piercing which wraps two captive hoops around the lower lip. 7. Labret Piercings Labret piercings are another popular adornment on the lip. It is a piercing that adorns the lower lip, or just below the lower lip. 8. Nose Piercings There’s nothing cuter than a tiny stud in the nostril, or even a little more edgy than a captive circling your nostril. Nostril piercings are exceptionally common, whether they’re singular or multiple on the nostrils. Nostril piercings are extremely easy to heal so long as you maintain the piercing properly and follow your after care. 10. Tongue Piercings Tongue piercings are the top piercing in most cultures around the world. It is usually one of the first places you will think about getting pierced if this is your first dance with the needle. Fortunately, tongue piercings are very easy to heal so long as you maintain proper hygiene and follow your care instructions. However, you will need to wear a longer barbell during healing to account for any swelling that happens. Piercings are something to smile about!
Industrial Piercing - Two piercings connected by one piece of jewelry, often done in the upper ear.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Cartilage/Helix Piercing - A piercing through the outer ear cartilage rim piercing of the upper ear.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Conch & Double Ear Lobe - A piercing through the inner shell of the ear.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Rook Piercing - Similar to anti-helix piercing, located along the inner ridge of ear cartilage that runs down the center, parallel to the helix or outer rim. A piercing along the upper crux of this cartilage is called a Rook.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Navel Piercing - Navel piercing also known as the "Belly Button Piercing" A piercing placed through the rim of the navel. This piercing can be done anywhere there is a defined fold.
Takes 6-9 months or longer to heal.
Snake Bites - Two piercings just under the bottom lip: one on the left side and one on the right. They can be studs or rings, or even a combination of both.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Labret Piercing - lower lip piercing using Stud with flat inside gun line. Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Nose Piercing - A piercing that goes through the nostril.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Tongue Piercing - A piercing vertically through the tongue. Takes 10 days to heal may leave in longer if you like long jewelry.
Hand Web - May be between any or several fingers in the web of the hand.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Horizontal Navel - This can be done single or double. Not to be confused with a surface piercing around the navel called a Navel Project.
Takes 4-9 months to heal.
Madison - A surface piercing at the base of the neck.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Monroe -An upper off center lip piercing.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.
Nasallang - A nostril/septum/nostril piercing.
Takes 2-3 months to heal.