Pain Scale: 5 on a scale of 1-10. The pain scale is 100% subjective and based on clients' feedback. Nostril piercings are said to be a bit more painful than lip or ear lobe piercings, but not as painful as septum piercings. Aftercare: Keep the area clean to avoid infection.
Most of our clients tell us there is little, to no pain and or that it feels like a little pinch or flick. Common piercing areas, like ear lobes, are low pain because there is no cartilage present. Areas with tougher cartilage like the nose can be a little more painful, but it's over in seconds!
Sterilize the Area to Be Pierced
You can use ice cube to numb the area, however, it can tighten the skin, which can make piercing difficult.
If you've gotten your ear or nose cartilage pierced before, that type of piercing usually hurts more than a belly button piercing. You may experience some soreness and throbbing in the first few days, but it shouldn't interfere with your life significantly.
Traditional lip piercing has a low medium pain level and is only slightly more painful than traditional ear piercing and nose piercings.
In general, tattoos tend to hurt more than piercings because the needles used for tattoos are larger and go deeper into the skin than the needles used for piercings.
The pain of getting a septum piercing varies for everyone, but it will absolutely cause you to tear up. That doesn't mean you're crying; it's a natural response to secrete tears when your nose is pinched or pierced.
Cleaning a nose piercing for the first time can be challenging, as the area will be painful and tender. However, cleaning the piercing site will help soothe it and reduce pain and swelling. Experts recommend cleaning a nose piercing twice a day until it heals completely.
If nothing else, remember to relax. You can take some steady, deep, soothing breaths, to try and stay calm. Remember this is a piercing you want and are excited for! It can be easy to let the fear outweigh the excitement but that's totally normal.
A helix piercing is a cartilage placement on the outer upper rim of your ear. Because the cartilage is thinner on the upper ear, helix piercings tend to be the least painful cartilage piercing. They measure around a 4-5/10 on the pain scale and take around 3-6 months to fully heal.
Skip sticky foods, chewing gum, spicy, salty, acidic or hot foods as they can irritate the new piercing. To keep swelling down sip cold water, eat ice cream or other cold and frozen foods.
“Depending on the area, most of our customers feel traditional nostril piercings a bit stronger than septum piercings, as long as the septum is well-performed,” says Perelmuter. Since the septum tissue is so thin, it will hurt briefly during the piercing but heal more quickly, resulting in less pain overall.
Pain and Healing Time
You'll have some pain when your nose is pierced. You may have some blood, swelling, tenderness, or bruising at first. It may be sore, tender, and red for up to 3 weeks. Pierced nostrils heal completely in about 2 to 4 months.
Other piercings: if you're under 18, you must get your parent's permission before you get a piercing anywhere other than your ears. BUT if you want a piercing in a private place (like your genitals or nipples), you have to wait till you're 18 even if you have parent's permission.
Topical numbing is not safe and not a good idea for your body piercings.
There is no right or wrong side of the nose to get a piercing, it is up to you. A good idea is to pick your best 'selfie side' of your face whether that be the left or right side!
Never use NSAIDs (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), like ibuprofen and aspirin, before getting a piercing. These medications can thin your blood and increase the risks of excess bleeding during or immediately after the procedure.
You shouldn't touch, move, or replace a nose piercing until it's fully healed. It's recommended to wait at least six months, no matter the piercing, but the longer you give a piercing to heal, the more you can be sure it's safe.
It's possible to hit a nerve during a nose piercing. This might be more common if the piercing's performed by an inexperienced piercer — especially if a piercing gun is used. Nerve damage can lead to permanent symptoms like loss of sensation or numbness.
Clean the area before piercing.
Consider using an ice cube to make the area numb. Hold the ice against your nostril for up to three minutes, until you can't feel the tissue. Be aware that this might make your skin tighten up, which could make it more difficult to pierce.
Not in the US - you'd have to be at least 15 or 16 with parental consent to get one. I would do your research on decent shops near you and also see what rules your school has about body modifications before getting it done. Should I let my 16 year old get her nose pierced?
Nose. Nose piercings are notoriously hard healers, as they are a very sensitive area due to the nerves that run though. They take at least 12 weeks before being able to be changed, and even then, may need more time.
The septum piercing (a.k.a. a piercing through the soft tissue in between your nostrils) is one of the fastest-healing and lowest-irritation piercing zones. Unlike the nostril, the septum is exposed to fewer bacteria and is known to be a quick healer.