Apprenticeship: a dying art?
“The truth is, whether we like it or not, these aspiring body artists are everywhere, and they are going to continue to follow their dreams, and make do with what they have available to them”
FAQ’s
Frequently asked questions regarding body piercing and body jewelry types.
Genital piercings: How much Pain before the pleasure?
“Because many people (especially women) may not be comfortable with a stranger performing the piercing, there is a growing movement of piercing devotees that choose to do it at home with a body piercing kit.”
Piercing the web
“Although a relatively simple body piercing to perform, a web piercing has a higher chance of rejection than other facial piercings.”
Looking for comfortable nipple jewelry?
One of the most comfortable styles of nipple jewelry you can wear is a UV Horseshoe, which are light-weight and nickel-free
Is the Tongue the least painful body piercing?
although most people expect a tongue piercing to be extremely painful, it is in fact one of the least painful body piercings you can get
Should you autoclave or use disposable piercing supplies?
“Since autoclaves can cost upwards of two thousand dollars, and cleaning, pouching and spore testing can be very time-consuming, many body piercers choose to purchase their body piercing supplies already sterilized and pouched, ready to use.”
Should you purchase a body piercing kit?
“Although it is not recommended for inexperienced amateurs to pierce nipples or genitals, the growing numbers of people ordering piercing kits demonstrates this phenomenon is not going away.”
Body Piercing Parlors: Coming to a neighborhood near you?
“If you are fortunate enough to have a dedicated body piercing shop in your area, you already know this, as well as the fact that the best body piercers are just that – body piercers.”
How to become a Body Piercing Apprentice
“As with tattoo apprenticeships, when it nears time for you to start piercing, you will need to purchase your own professional starter body piercing kit and tools you will be using.”
Nipple Piercing: Is the Pain worth the Pleasure?
“Once healed, pierced nipples have been known to provide added stimulation during foreplay and sex, and with the right kind of body jewelry worn in them, can even produce pleasant sensations under clothing.”