The Rising Demand Of Body Piercing

by Bercle George

In the past years, body piercing was just confined to those that were adventurous and piercing was limited to just few parts of the body. In the present trends however, things have changed and great numbers of people are in to body piercing on several parts of the body-this includes the eyebrows, navel, lips and tongue. Well in fact it is also being used in lower parts of body.

Of those popular body piercing jewelry, earrings once topped of the list. But due to exponentially-growing popularity, eyebrow rings, navel rings, nipple rings and labret rings have grown as well. Other types include belly rings, bent barbells, belly rings, labret studs, captive bead rings, nose rings and tongue rings

It is very essential to use appropriate metal in body piercing. There are cases like infections and complications related to improper use of piercing metals. Commonly, a metal that does not react with the skin is popular.

Sterling steel or titanium and gold are recommended because these have the least reaction rate with the skin, and with that, the chances of infection/complication are reduced. Metals like copper and nickel react with the skin, and therefore should be completely avoided.

Actually, when done by professionals, piercing is really safe as some parts of the body can be severely damaged if the piercing process goes wrong. Home piercing kits can be very dangerous and therefore should be and will always be strictly avoided. Each piercing has its own procedure, and the process commonly hurts you a little bit. You have to expect pain as well as the probability of infections, when have to do without the help of professional.

When You Have Undergone Body Piercing:

Instructions on how you should properly care for your specific body piercing will be given by the piercer,…

by Alan Largo

If you have recently gotten a new body piercing or are thinking about getting one, you will probably get a lot of advice on how to take care of it. Some people advise using antibiotic ointment. Others use emu oil, salt water washes, or nothing at all. The plethora of conflicting information can be confusing. If you are not sure how to take care of your piercing, this article will help.

There are many different ways to care for a body piercing. That is because everyones body is a little different. We all heal in different ways, making some techniques better and some worse. So, if someone ever tells you there is only one way to care of a piercing, take that with a grain of salt. However, there are a few tried and true techniques you can choose from, and some things you should not do.

Disinfectants are used by some people. These are effective for keeping bacteria from colonizing the wound. However, they are not ideal having been initially designed for first aid and not regular use (brands like Bactine). Many people experience irritation, dry skin and flaking from prolonged use. Disinfectants are worthwhile if other options are limited, however.

You can use salt water washes, such as saline or salt water solutions as often as you like without worry of serious irritation or problems. However, they should not be relied on as the only cleaning method. Instead, use a wound care cleanser periodically, then wash with salt water. Saline is particularly effective for oral piercings as there is no danger if it is ingested. Do not use Epsom salts.

Antibiotic ointments are used by some to good effect, but these ointments may cause problems. They are not recommended by the FDA for use in…

by Mike Barus

Body piercing is an age-old art form that has been used in generations in cultures all around the world. Many individuals today who seek to pierce different parts of their body may choose to do so to honor their heritage or make a unique statement of their own. If you are interested in piercing a part of your body, consider researching the origin and history of different types of body piercing.

The first sign of body piercing is the form of nose rings that were recorded approximately 4,000 years ago in the Middle East. In fact, there is even mention of nose piercing in the Bible. Nomadic tribes in Africa and the Middle East still practice nose piercing, and often the size and quality of the ring denote the wealth and social status of the wearer. Nose piercing is also common in India, where the left nostril is pierced to prevent medical issues and ease childbirth.

Tongue rings date back to the ancient Aztec and Mayan cultures of Central America and Mexico. These cultures heavily believed in the power of shaman, who pierced the tongues of individuals in order to communicate with their deities. The pain from the piercing forced the individual into an altered mental state, whereas the blood from the hole was shed in their honor. In addition to these native cultures, certain tribes in the Pacific Northwest also practiced tongue piercing for similar reasons.

Ear piercing is by far the most popular type of body piercing and is believed to have been practiced longer than any other form of body piercing. In fact, when scientists found what they believe to be the world’s oldest fully mummified body, tests showed holes punctured through the mummy’s ears. Ear piercing ranged from a status symbol to a magical…

Health Risks Associated With Body Piercing

by Victor Epand

Piercing different parts of the body other than the ear has become quite a trend over the past ten years.Wearing body jewelry has become popular not just with teens but young adults and not so young adults as well. However, careful consideration should be given when deciding to have any part of your body pierced as there is always the risk of allergies or infections. Some of these complications are more serious than others. Sometimes the infection can come from the type of metal that is used in the jewelry and sometimes infections can come from the piercing procedure itself.

Metals used in body jewelry

Before purchasing jewelry, you should consult a professional as to what type of metal is best to use as some can cause allergic reactions. There are metals which are safe to use such as surgical implant stainless steel and surgical implant titanium. You should not use any type of fake gold or jewelry made from base metals as they will be likely to corrode when exposed to body fluids.

Infections due to piercing

The most common bacterial organism found in infected piercing sites is staphylococcus. Other complications consist of swelling, redness, drainage, bleeding, cyst formation, large scars and trauma. Minor complications can occur in about 20% of individuals, with major complications occurring in about 3% of individuals.

Care after piercing

Healing times can vary depending on the body part that was pierced. Healing times can take anywhere from a few weeks to a year. After having a piercing done, you should pay careful attention to it. Always keep the area clean using soap but not alcohol. Don’t pick or tug at the pierced area. You should avoid using hydrogen peroxide as it may break down newly formed skin tissue. If you have a mouth…