Facial Piercings

Facial piercings have not gained popularity just recently, they have been in vogue since ancient times. At those times, facial piercings were a bit more traditional and were done to bring about some change in the look of the person. The most common type of facial piercing was nose piercing and ear piercing. The techniques being used today for facial piercings are far more advanced and so is the jewelry that is being used. It used to be more popular among women than men, who used to get piercings done just before marriage and believed that childbirth would be much easier if a nose piercing was done. A facial piercings guide will be able to give you all the information you require on facial piercings and it is also essential that you gather as much information as possible before you get one done. You must also learn about the rules related to facial piercing in the workplace. So, here' some more information on the types, techniques and aftercare for facial piercings.

Facial Piercing Types
You must have come across a various facial piercing names and must be wondering what they exactly are. Here's a description of the types of facial piercings and facial piercing jewelry used.

Nose Piercing
The most common type of facial piercing, nose piercing is done on either of the nostrils or on both nostrils, usually at the center of the lower half of the nostril. Rings or studs are the most commonly used nose piercing jewelry.

Ear Piercing
Another common and popular type of facial piercing is piercing the ears. Ear piercings can be done on the ear lobe, the ear cartilage, the flap of the ear cartilage, etc. There are various such locations on the ear that can be pierced. Barbells, hoops, rings and studs are used for the different types of ear piercing.

Eyebrow Piercing
Eyebrow piercing is more common among men than women and can be done at any location on the eyebrow, either vertically or horizontally. There is also an anti-eyebrow piercing that is done around the eyebrows. Jewelry used for eyebrow piercing includes barbells and eyebrow rings.

Lip Piercing
There are various types of lip piercings that can be done using different piercing techniques. They include labret piercing, vertical labret piercing, horizontal labret piercing and bites.

Septum Piercing
The septum piercing, also known as the bull piercing is done though the walls that lie between the two nostrils. The jewelry used for this kind of facial piercing includes barbells and captive bead rings.

Monroe Piercing
The Monroe piercing is a famous one and is named after Marilyn Monroe's popular beauty spot just above the upper lip, and uses a stud that resembles a beauty spot.

Cheeks Piercing
This type of piercing is done to create fake dimples on either side of the cheek using a stud.

Other facial piercing types include chin piercing, bridge piercing, uvula piercing, smiley piercing and tongue piercing.

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• Facial Piercings for Guys
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Facial Piercing Techniques
Facial piercings are carried out using a needle that easily pierces through the facial skin, after which the jewelry is inserted. This technique may cause pain, the severity of which depends upon how your body respond to pain. You must, however, ensure that the needle being used is a new and sterile one, or else there would be a risk of developing infections and diseases.

The time required for healing of the piercing will depend upon the type of facial piercing. Like any other piercing, all facial piercings types need appropriate aftercare to heal well and look good. Prevention of infections is also ensured by good aftercare. So make sure you take all the required precautions after you get a facial piercing done.