What Is a Snug Piercing and Is It Right for You

You might spot a compact barbell across someone's inner ear and assume a snug piercing would suit you too. The placement is more selective than its neat appearance suggests. A snug piercing passes horizontally through the inner anti-helix ridge, usually with a...
Navel Piercing Infection Signs and What to Do

Navel Piercing Infection Signs and What to Do

You're standing in front of the mirror, lifting your top to inspect a new navel piercing. It looks a little redder than yesterday, and there's a faint crust around the jewellery that you don't remember seeing before. You may be wondering whether...
Why Ear Piercing Not Healing and What to Do Next

Why Ear Piercing Not Healing and What to Do Next

You pull on a coat, catch the collar on your ear, and feel the familiar sting. The piercing looked like a small, harmless addition months ago, yet it's still sore, crusty, or suddenly swollen. You may be wondering why your ear piercing isn't healing, and...
Follow Up Appointments for Piercings: What

Follow Up Appointments for Piercings: What

You've left the studio with fresh jewellery, an aftercare sheet, and one nagging question: what happens next? You might be watching the area in the mirror, wondering whether a little crusting is normal, whether the post looks too long, or whether you should wait...