Brow & Bridge: A Piercee’s Guide

When clients request to have their eyebrow or bridge pierced, I always let them know about the special considerations we must take when we do these. While these are, in many ways, just like most other piercings in terms of care, they are delicate in their own right, and we should be careful not to downplay the way these can permanently alter our skin outside … Continue reading Brow & Bridge: A Piercee’s Guide

Cartilage Piercings: A Basic Understanding

Cartilage piercings of all kinds are some of the most popular and widely obtained body piercings outside of the ‘standard earlobe’ piercing! So many people have them, and at such a wide range of ages, background, lifestyles, that it seems as though they must be easy to get and heal. Surprise, surprise! They are some of the toughest piercings to heal, due to a wide … Continue reading Cartilage Piercings: A Basic Understanding

Daith Piercings: A Piercee’s Guide

Daith Piercing Basics: Expected Heal Time: 6 months to 1 year+ Aftercare: Flush piercing thoroughly with comfortably hot water and sterile saline 1-3 times per day. Dry the area thoroughly with a fan or blow dryer after cleaning or showers. Common Jewelry Sizing: 18 gauge 3/8″ diameter or larger (Ring Style); 18 gauge 5/16″ length or larger (Curved Barbell Style) Special Considerations: In ear devices … Continue reading Daith Piercings: A Piercee’s Guide