Frequently asked questions regarding body piercing and body jewelry types.
“These online courses may inform you and give you some insight as to how certain techniques are performed, but they cannot prepare you completely for actual body piercing, nor will they count towards any requirements you must meet to become certified.”
“make sure that the freehand body piercing kit you purchase includes sterile body jewelry, so you won’t put yourself (or your client) at risk of infection or injury”
“Most importantly, make sure your body piercing kit includes sterile body jewelry. Remember, if it does not say the body jewelry is pre-sterilized, it isn’t”
“Unless someone gets extremely close to you, retainers will usually provide concealment while keeping the hole from closing”
“if the reason for re-piercing is due to improperly sterilized body jewelry, improper materials or tools used, or the piercing was done in a way other than requested by the client, a re-piercing should always be complimentary, and without hesitation…”
“Due to the position of the uvula, piercing this area causes the gag reflex to occur, making this an extremely difficult and risky procedure”
“These piercings are usually done with very small gauge needles (18g or 20g) and the body jewelry worn in these piercings is usually short-length curved or straight barbells or captive bead rings (shown in photo).”
“…a large part in the outcome of a tongue piercing is following the aftercare regimen described by the piercer to the letter”
“If money is tight and you are self-motivated to learn, purchasing a starter kit that includes instructional videos and information on how to become certified in your area is the way to go”
“If a saliva gland is pierced, it will create a constant ‘leak’ out of your cheek, looking as if you were crying from your cheek!”