Although sometimes painful, piercings have become a popular and stylish way to add extra sparkle and elevate your look. According to Studex, the first piercings are thought to date back at least 5,000 years, and today, there are a number of different options and styles for women to experiment with.
When finding the right piercing for you, there are a number of factors to consider:
· Placement of piercing
· Everyday wear
· Type of metal
· Time it takes to heal
· Aftercare requirements
· How easily it can be removed
Although a benefit to piercings is that they’re typically removable, before taking the plunge and investing in a piercing, it’s important to make sure your decision will hold up against the test of time. Although most piercings can be easily removed and will heal over quickly, some may need to be taken out by a professional and could even leave a scar. This is especially important if you’ll need to remove your piercing for sports or work.
If you’re on the lookout for a new piece of semi-permanent bling, we’ve highlighted some of the most popular piercings for women.
Ear Piercing
While the lobe is probably the most popular place for an ear piercing, there are plenty of options and space to sit some bling here. Consider piercings in places such as your daith, helix, conch or rook. Your ear piercing can be enhanced with some stunning diamond earrings, and make sure you choose the right kind of metal for your piercing type.
Tongue Piercing
Tongue piercings can be used as a fashion statement, or to even enhance intimacy. This piercing will typically take four to eight weeks to completely heal and it’s important to keep clean with a sea salt rinse to reduce chances of infection.
Nose Piercing
Worn with either a stud or a ring, many cultures wear nose piercings as a part of their traditional dress. Besides the traditional piercing on the side of the nose, septum’s (or the bridge in the middle of the nostrils) can also be a popular choice.
Bellybutton Piercing
Also known as a navel piercing, this requires a specially designed bar which will sit either just above, or just below your bellybutton. The bellybutton piercing rose in popularity alongside fashion in the 90s. If you’re considering this piercing, be warned that it can take between six to 12 months to fully heal.
Whatever piercing you’re investing in, its important to choose a certified and recommended piercer, and fully understand the healing process and know what you can do to take extra care with your new piercing in both the short term and long term.
