Introduction to nostril piercing

History:

Piercing was first practiced in the Middle East around 4000 years ago. From there it spread to India in the 16th century. Nostril piercing was discovered on hippie trails in India in the 1960s and 1970s and adapted by the hippie and later punk movement. Today, it has established itself in a wide variety of styles and is increasingly becoming a trend piercing.

Placement:

The nostril piercing is located on the nostril, usually on the lower edge of the nostril. It can be placed in various places in the nostril, for example:

• Classic nostril piercing: On the underside of the nostril, usually in the middle or slightly offset
• High nostril piercing: Higher in the nostril, closer to the root of the nose

Jewelry:

Many different types of jewelry are suitable for Nostril piercings. For the freshly pierced nose, you can use either Nostril plugs or rings (with a straight bar) with a bar thickness of 0.8mmuntil the piercing has healed. After that, simple and ornate options are available:

• CBBs (Circular Barbells): Horseshoe-shaped rings in various sizes and designs
• Clicker / click segment rings / bending rings: Rings with decorations such as cubic zirconia, Swarovski, patterns, snakes, etc.
• CBRs (Captive Bead Rings) / BCRs: Rings with a ball that is inserted into the ring
• Nanostuds: Barbell-like studs with a ball lock on the inside.
• InternalInternally threaded jewelry with decoration, shapes, patterns etc.

Healing time:

The healing time of a nostril piercing varies from person to person, but is usually between 3 and 6 months. The skin in the nostril heals about as quickly as cartilage tissue in the ear. It is important to be patient during the healing phase and to follow the care instructions carefully.

Dangers and complications:

As with any piercing, there are certain risks associated with nostril piercings, such as infections, allergic reactions, inflammation, scarring and skin blemishes. To minimize these risks, it is essential to be pierced by a professional piercer and to use high-quality jewelry.

Recommendations for care:

• Disinfect the piercing 3-5 times a day with a suitable piercing spray. We recommend the use of our Piercing Care. We have achieved the best results with this piercing spray over the years.
• Avoid touching or pulling on the piercing. Please do not use Q-tips (cotton buds) for cleaning and use a clean handkerchief for crusts.
• Make sure that your hair does not touch the piercing if possible.
• Avoid make-up on and around the piercing and avoid the area around the piercing if you use face creams.
• If you are unsure about swelling, redness or pain, come and see us.

Additional information:

• Pain: The piercing of a nostril piercing is often described as mild. However, the individual sensation of pain can vary.
• Costs: The cost of a Nostril Piercing vary depending on the jewelry. Our prices start at CHF 65 including standard jewelry.
• Jewelry change: Once the piercing has healed completely, you can change the jewelry. However, it is important to use high-quality jewelry to avoid infection.

Conclusion:

Nostril piercings can be a unique and stylish eye-catcher on the face. With the right care and precautions, you can enjoy this piercing for a long time. If you are considering a nostril piercing, you can drop by one of our branches at any time, we always pierce spontaneously and are happy to advise you without an appointment.