Q: I've read before that your anatomy could keep you from getting a certain piercing. What would keep me from being able to get a septum piercing? Like how do I know if it'll be a good fit? -Keisha
A: There are really only two things that can prevent you from getting your septum pierced. One is not really having what they call a “sweet spot”. This is alar cartilage, a softer and squidgier cartilage than the kind found on your ear and it’s where the piercing is placed. You may have it but not necessarily placed in the ideal location, making for a piercing that looks wrong even if it was done correctly. However, this is not a common issue. What is a more common issue would be having a deviated septum. This is a septum that is crooked, which can be naturally occurring or due to an injury. Piercing a deviated septum can result in a piercing that is also crooked. If you tip your head back and look in a mirror, you should be able to get an idea whether or not you have this just by looking at your nose. Of course, the piercer will look over your nasal anatomy before performing the piercing so if you can’t tell, they will be able to tell you and possibly suggest an alternative piercing. Best of luck!
Q: I'm super interested in a lip piercing, but I know some of them are complicated. Which would be the easiest lip piercing to get first? -Sydney
A: It’s unclear what you mean by “complicated” in reference to a lip piercing. Healing time? Swelling? Finding cool jewelry? Sometimes the basics are the best to start with. So, if you want a classic piercing with average healing and lots of jewelry options, you can’t go wrong with a horizontal lower lip piercing. The centered lower lip piercing is the absolute classic but ones that are off to the side are pretty timeless as well. A nice thing about the side piercings is that you have the option of getting a matching one on the opposite side (sometimes called “bites”) for a whole new look. Plus, lower lip piercings can handle a variety of jewelry including flat back labrets, captive bead rings, and horseshoe rings so you’ll never run out of options and they only take about six months to fully heal so you’ll be able to start rocking the jewelry of your choice relatively quickly. Happy piercing!
Disclaimer: Body Candy is only here to give you fun and helpful advice and information when it comes to getting pierced. Always consult a professional piercer to make sure a new piercing is right for you!
