Types of Piercings

Double Helix Piercing: Pain, Healing, and More

A double helix piercing is actually two helix piercings that are typically performed at the same time. Like a constellation piercing, double helix piercings are individual piercings designed to look good together. They are typically worn with two separate pieces of jewelry but some people have custom jewelry made that intertwines both piercings. A double helix done on the forward helix are called double forward… Read More »Double Helix Piercing: Pain, Healing, and More

HCH Piercing Reviews and Testimonies

HCH (or horizontal clitoral hood) piercings are one of the more common female genital piercings. While they may not be functional, they sure are stylish! What is a HCH Piercing? HCH is an abbreviation for horizontal clitoral hood. It’s considered the sister piercing to the VCH (vertical clitoral hood). HCHs can be very eye catching because it brings a horizontal element to an otherwise very… Read More »HCH Piercing Reviews and Testimonies

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Can You Get a Vertical Labret With Small Lips?

Unfortunately, the vertical labret is an anatomy dependent piercing. If your lips are extremely thin, you won’t have enough tissue to safely support a piercing. However, most people that think their lips are thin have no problems supporting the piercing. Your piercer will be able to examine you and let you know if you’ll be able to get the piercing or not. If you can’t… Read More »Can You Get a Vertical Labret With Small Lips?

Everything You Need to Know About Austin Bar Piercings

Austin Bar Piercings are a horizontal bar through the tip of your nose. They go through a pretty thick piece of cartilage and are situated in a “high traffic” area. Because of this, they have a very high chance of migration and rejection, making them one of the most dangerous piercings. Many piercers will refuse to perform austin bars because they are so prone to… Read More »Everything You Need to Know About Austin Bar Piercings

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Everything You Need to Know About Elf Ears Body Modifications

When it comes to body modifications, elf ears are some of the more popular while simultaneously being some of the more extreme. To achieve this pointed ear look, a body modification artist actually uses a scalpel to cut out part of the cartilage in your ear and stitches it back up. Understandably, this is generally a very painful procedure with a very long and painful… Read More »Everything You Need to Know About Elf Ears Body Modifications

Transverse Lobe Piercings: Jewelry, Healing, and More

If you don’t want a painful or difficult to heal piercing, but want something that looks different, the transverse lobe is a great option! This is a very unique piercing type that actually looks different whether you have attached or detached lobes. So if you have attached earlobes and are constantly looking for a cute way to show them off, this piercing is made for… Read More »Transverse Lobe Piercings: Jewelry, Healing, and More

Anti Tragus Piercing: Swelling, Pain, and Healing

While some people may mistake the anti tragus piercing for an upper lobe piercing, it actually goes through cartilage. Because it’s a cartilage piercing, it’s generally harder to heal and may swell more than you might expect. But if you’re willing to put up with the healing, the anti tragus can give you a truly unique look. What is an Anti Tragus Piercing Your anti… Read More »Anti Tragus Piercing: Swelling, Pain, and Healing

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Genital Piercings for Trans People: 101

Piercings are known to increase self confidence. Just like someone who feels self conscious about their nose might get a nostril piercing, some trans people seek out genital piercings to help with body dysmorphia. Or, just like someone who likes nipple piercings might get a nipple piercing, trans people might get genital piercings. For whatever the reason, genital piercings are cool and here’s what you… Read More »Genital Piercings for Trans People: 101

The Floating Navel Piercing: Healing, VS and More

Are you looking for a faux navel piercing because you don’t have the anatomy to support a regular one? You’re in luck! The floating navel piercing can be supported by most bodies. This piercing is also a beautifully unique look that many even prefer to the regular navel piercing. What is a Floating Navel Piercing? While a regular navel piercing has both ends visible and… Read More »The Floating Navel Piercing: Healing, VS and More

My Experience Getting a Triangle Piercing

When I decided I wanted to get a triangle piercing, I was understandably nervous. I wanted to read about other women who had gotten the piercing before, but unfortunately it’s a pretty rare piercing and women don’t seem to want to talk about their genitals! So I decided to share everything I learned about triangle piercings and my full experience. What is a Triangle Piercing?… Read More »My Experience Getting a Triangle Piercing