Who Makes Better Body Piercers: Men or Women?
“Far better prepared are those piercers that have undertaken first aid and/or survival training, so they are prepared and ready to act if a customer goes into shock, faints or has a seizure…”
FAQ’s
Frequently asked questions regarding body piercing and body jewelry types.
Looking for the Newest Trends In Body Jewelry?
“What started out decades ago as basic steel shapes bent to be worn in noses, navels, nipples and lips, has become thousands of different colors, styles, and materials that offer almost unlimited variations…”
Body Jewelry: The Captive Bead Ring
“The ring of the CBR is open at one end where a small steel ball that features tiny indentations is suspended, giving the illusion of a solid piece…”
Body Piercing Myths: Part I
“The truth is, body piercing (unlike tattooing) does not require ‘talent’ as much as a sterile environment and practice to achieve success…”
For Pros Only: Can Your Customer Handle The Truth?
“There are many cases of bleed-outs that led to 911 calls (alcohol thins the blood), as well as cases of severe infections jeopardizing unborn infants that have made headlines. What doesn’t make headlines is the quiet professionals that turn down, and turn away customers every day that should not be getting pierced the way they want…”
How Much Does Body Piercing Hurt?
“Some people have found that taking a few over-the-counter pain relievers about 30 minutes before getting pierced will lessen the pain…”
What Do You Think: Cool or Fool?
“It may take a few moments to suddenly become clear what kind of extreme stretching this guy did, but what is immediately apparent is that this is something that should probably be avoided, unless you have already had all the children you want to have in your life…”
How to Know if A Body Artist is Legit
“Make sure before you allow anyone to pierce or tattoo you that you have seen their recent registration and permit from the health department that oversees the county you are in. Also ask to see that all of their tattoo and piercing supplies are sterile, and pouched in color-change packages that guarantee sterility. If they cannot produce valid permits, licenses or refuse to show you the needles, tools and body jewelry they will be using, save yourself the infection and leave …”
Does Your Piercer Check it Twice?
“…prior to piercing, make sure you feel comfortable with them and they are not pressuring you into something you do not want (like a tattoo)…”
The Dangers of Using Dirty Piercing Supplies
“Be smart when shopping for body piercing supplies and only do business with someone that guarantees sterility and who gladly shows proof of their sterilization methods for all to see…”