Piercing Types

Read all about—and see some photos of—two extreme body modifications: the corset piercing and scarification.

A quick and easy tutorial on how to save money by making your own nose rings.

A navel (belly button) piercing passes through the rim of the navel. While they are typically done just above the navel on the top ridge, they can also go anywhere around the outside of the navel, wherever there is a fold or "lip." This type of...

When you hear about a nose piercing, chances are you think of a nostril piercing, which is the most common, or in the septum, which is the second most common. Learn about placement, heal time, and more.

The earlobes and cartilage are not the only places that can be pierced on an ear; the center is not the only spot that can be pierced on a tongue; and the eyebrow is not the only place that can be pierced on, well, an eyebrow.

Here is the best way to give yourself gauges at home without causing massive damage to your ears.

As opposed to a traditional nose or tongue piercing, a surface piercing has both entrance and exit holes that go through a flat area of skin such as the arm, leg or sternum. Read on to see great examples of surface piercings.

How much does a lip ring matter in a job interview, or at the workplace? How much should it matter? I say don't judge a book by its cover.

Read about the different types of ear piercings, get advice on aftercare and healing, watch piercing videos, and more!

Navel piercings are very popular and generally pretty easy to heal, but that doesn't mean that there won't be complications. Here's what to do if you experience any of these common problems.

This article explores great piercing ideas and includes useful tips for deciding whether of not to get a neck piercing.

How do you tell if your belly button piercing is infected? Doctors discuss the signs of an infected belly piercing and show us how to treat an infection and help it heal faster.

Learn about how long it takes for a tongue to heal, what to avoid, how to heal quicker, and view a variety of pictures of single, multiple, horizontal, and venom piercings.

We only have one pair of lips, but lip piercings actually fall into eight separate categories. Here's a look at all the cool different ways you can pierce your lips.

I've had my septum pierced for many years, so I've become quite knowledgable about how to take care of it. Here, I share everything I've learned from my experience and research.

A look at the different types of surface piercings, how to heal them, and what can cause piercing migration.

In depth and specific information on the care of oral piercings, as well as examples and pictures of the types available, and useful links that relate to you and your piercing.

You might be surprised to know how many different ways there are to pierce your tongue. So, before going in, check out this illustrated guide and learn what your options are.

Dermal piercings (single-point piercings) lie on the surface of the skin and are held in place with an anchor that is implanted underneath the dermis. Learn the procedure, infections, and problems.

Are you looking for help with an infected daith piercing? Wondering what the signs, symptoms, and remedies are? Here's how you can care for and heal an infected daith piercing, as well as my own personal story with an infected daith!

How to stretch a piercing, the gauge and plug sizes (up to 1"), and how to treat and prevent piercing blowouts.

Learn about different types of nose piercings and jewelry styles, see videos, and get information and advice before getting pierced.

Learn about how nipple piercings are done, what types of jewelry are worn in them, and how to deal with nipple rings and airport security.

One of the most common styles of earring is the hoop earring. Learn about the various types of hoop earrings and the mechanisms by which they open and close.

All about ear piercings, from the various placements and jewelry types to dos and don'ts.

This article looks at the different types of body modifications out there.

Nothing looks cooler than stretched earlobes, but you have to stretch them properly, or it can result in an ugly disaster. This article shows you how to stretch your ears safely.

Photos and recommendations of the top 29 facial piercings, with jewelry recommendations and healing time information.

The human body can pretty much be pierced virtually anywhere that there is skin, and the ears are no exception to this rule.

This article goes over the best and worst jewelry materials for stretched ears.

Navel piercings should heal fairly quickly, if you clean them regularly and follow some dos and don'ts.

Compares the pain of tongue piercing to pain from tooth extraction and bee stings. Recommendations for faster healing from your tongue piercing.

Learn how to take care of your new tongue ring, and prevent infection, with these simple tips.

To an outsider, a stretched lip is a form of body mutilation rather than art, but to a Mursi or Suri woman, it's an expression of female maturity and a sign that she has reached childbearing age.

Thinking about stretching your ear piercings to a bigger gauge? Check out these tips for a safe, pain- and infection-free journey to perfectly stretched holes.

Here is everything you need to know about getting a tongue piercing and how to care for it based on my personal experience. Plus, interesting myths and facts that will blow your mind.

Since the dawn of the human race, we have created countless methods of altering and modifying our bodies. This article will touch base with the origins of gauging, otherwise known as stretching.

A few of the many popular and interesting ear piercing types and styles.

A guide on how to stretch to larger gauges, as well as what tools and techniques to use.

Sometimes pain is alleviated when you know what's going to happen. Before you get a body piercing, you might want to take a look at what you're in for.

Learn the what to do before and after getting a belly button piercing, including how to choose a salon and how to ensure the piercing heals without infection.

So you finally did it! You went out and got that weird muscle in your mouth pierced! I'm so proud of you! Or maybe you're still thinking about it and curious as to what it's like to take care of this piercing. Either way, I'm here to help you.

Everything I've learned on my ear stretching journey. The processes, jewelry, tips & tricks, sizing, etc.

So, you've decided you want to stretch your ears, but you're wondering how to start? Look no further, I'll teach you the basics to Stretching your ears.

Thinking about getting your septum pierced? Here's my personal experience!

If you are considering where you should get your piercing, read this page for information on the pros and cons of each location, including the ear, nose, eyebrow, and belly button.

Tragus Piercing is the process of piercing the small cartilage that is at the end of the ear canal. Care should be taken to ensure that the Tragus heals properly eight weeks after it has been pierced. It should be cleaned daily with saline or any disinfectant solution and should not be touched with dirty hands. Read on to see examples of these piercings.

A few ear-stretching pointers drawn from my personal experience.

Making the decision to sport a nose piercing comes along with a few responsibilities. Find out what you need to know about getting a nose pierced.

If you get a hip surface piercing, choosing the right jewelry and doing proper aftercare may keep it from being rejected.

Read about my first experience with ritual body suspension with the Modern Body Suspension team in Vancouver.