The Benefits of Using Forceps In Piercing
“…forceps can act to reduce pain experienced in certain piercings (i.e. nipples) due to the fact that the client may feel more pressure than needle penetration when used properly…”
Body Piercing
Sterile Body Jewelry and Piercing Supplies
“Look for a piercing supply company that posts their regular spore test results for their autoclaves, and who clearly defines their sterilization process publicly. Once you’ve ordered, make sure that the items received are pouched in sterile pouches with color-changing indicators on the back of the packet, along with a clearly stamped date…”
Parent Forum: Who Can I Trust to Pierce My Daughter?
“Seek out a body piercer that specializes in body piercing, and who is registered with the health department and who has no problem showing you their sterile body piercing supplies beforehand…”
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…”
The Importance of Quality Piercing Supplies
“Likewise, if you are performing a body piercing, you need to use forceps that will not break, and gloves that will not tear…”
How To Choose A Safe Body Piercing Kit
“Make sure any body piercing kits you purchase include the tools, skin preparation and sterilized needles and sterile body jewelry (already pouched and autoclave sterilized) you will need”
Cool or Fool: Man with Four Nipples?
“In other countries, showing your faith can be more sacrificial in nature, where individuals endure extreme fasting, body piercing (or modifications), and other extreme physical acts of sacrifice”
When you should not get a body piercing
“Make sure you have eaten within 6 hours of getting pierced, otherwise, you are more prone to fainting…”
Titanium Body Piercing Kits
“Titanium is the only metal that is completely nickel free and will not be rejected by the body as other metals will…”
The Snug Piercing
“A Snug piercing is a type of body piercing that is done in the ear’s inner cartilage about halfway down (also known as the anti-helix area)…”