Can I get a septum piercing and a nose piercing at the same time?

Septum piercings were having a moment, but that moment may have passed. It can be two nostril piercings, either on the same side or the opposite side if you’re obsessed with symmetry. Or it could be a nostril and septum piercing. If you remember, I got my septum pierced last year and it was great fun.

How long should I wait in between piercings?

If you had an ear piercing recently, it’s a good idea to wait for your piercing to heal before getting a second hole. For earlobe piercings, there’s a six week healing period before you can start swapping out earrings. For cartilage piercings, you have 12 weeks until you can safely change your earrings.

Is the Medusa the most painful piercing?

Yes. But everyone’s pain tolerance is different, so just how much is hard to say. The area around your philtrum is packed with nerve endings, so it’s bound to hurt more than, say, your earlobes.

What can you not do after a septum piercing?

What do I need to do afterward?

1. DON’T touch it because the more you do, the longer it’ll take to heal.
2. DO wash your hands first if you’re going to touch it and before cleaning it to avoid introducing bacteria.
3. DON’T flip it up if it can be avoided until it’s fully healed.

How painful is a septum piercing?

Nose piercing pain level A septum piercing (the tissue between your nostrils) can hurt a lot for a short time but heals quickly because the septum is so thin. And if you have a deviated septum or similar condition, this kind of piercing can hurt even more because your septum nerves can be overactive .

How bad does getting your septum pierced hurt?

Most piercings can be uncomfortable since a needle is pushed through the skin. The level of pain while piercing varies depending on where the piercing is done and the individual’s pain tolerance. Septum piercings can be painful, especially if the septum deviates. It feels like a strong pinch/prick/sting.

How is the septum pierced?

A septum piercing is a piercing that goes through your nasal septum, a.k.a that bit between your nostrils. The needle goes through the thin bit of flesh towards the front of the nose, and then the jewellery is put in place – normally a ring, a horseshoe or, less commonly, a bar.

Are Medusa piercings safe?

The most common risks associated with medusa piercings are: Scarring – Poor healing around the wound area or accidental damage to the piercing site can lead to permanent skin damage in the form of scarring.

Can you kiss with a Medusa piercing?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: kissing someone who has a lip piercing (or when you have a lip piercing) shouldn’t be much different than a normal kiss. The act of kissing may also introduce bacteria, bodily fluids, or debris (think lip balm, lip stick, or other beauty products) into your fresh piercing.

How old do u have to be to get a septum?

Cartilage (including nostril) and septum piercings are performed on qualified minors aged 13+. Navel, eyebrow, and industrial piercings are performed on qualified minors aged 16+.

How many piercings do you need for a medusa piercing?

Since two piercings are required for this style, often piercers recommend that you receive them one at a time for less pain and easier healing. The Medusa piercing also pairs well with a septum piercing or nostril piercing due to its proximity.

Do you really have your septum pierced?

Most women opt for the real deal, wherein they really have their septum pierced to don a beautiful jewelry. For those who are scared of the pain and commitment, they tend to go for the temporary fake ring. Septum piercings are done on the nose, specifically on the septum.

Are septum rings safe to wear long-term?

Speaking of low quality jewelry, there are specific kinds of septum rings to look for, and more than a few to beware of once your septum piercing is fully healed and you’re ready to switch things up from your original piercing. Even though you might think surgical steel is safe, that’s actually something you need to avoid for long-term wear.

How long does a medusa piercing hurt?

Since the Medusa consists of only one puncture that your piercer will complete in one fluid motion, the pinch will last only a moment, followed by some throbbing associated with any piercing. For a few days after you receive your piercing, it’s likely that you’ll experience some continuing pain and swelling.