Depending if you are already familiar with our piercing blog, we like to inform you properly. As mentioned in our article with all piercing information collected, we explain every kind of piercing type. In this article, we will tell you more about the most popular piercing, namely the belly button piercing.
Although it seems to be logical at first that a belly button piercing goes ‘through the belly button’, it’s not entirely correct. Usually, this piercing is shot above the belly button, through the skin between the belly button and the belly itself. In a few cases, the piercing could actually be put through the belly button itself, but the belly button needs to protrude to get this done.
However, it can also happen that a belly is simply not suitable for a belly piercing. A good piercer will give you advice about this when needed. For example, when the belly button is very deep there always will be tension on the skin around the belly button. When you put a piercing in that skin, the piercing will be constantly under pressure. As a result, the healing process is more difficult and this may cause infections. Also, a belly button with too much scar tissue or a fat belly can cause pressure.
The belly button piercing in general
The history of the belly button piercing is difficult to determine. Although there is no conclusive evidence, it’s generally accepted that the belly button piercing is a relatively new phenomenon. It has not the same ancient history like the nose piercing. Despite the fact that it’s origin is relatively unknown, this type of piercing has quickly conquered the Western world. Especially woman like the piercing and wear them a lot. The piercing itself can be divided into three different types.
Firstly, there are belly bars with a ball above and below it. This ball is usually decorated with a color, stone or figure. This gives the piercing a subtle and understated look.
The second type is a dangling belly piercing with a pendant hanging on the lower ball. The size of the pendant will differ but through its length it will stand out more. The pendant will often rest on the belly. This creates a more striking and fuller appearance.
Finally, there is the reverse belly button piercing. With this belly button piercing type the decoration is upwards instead of downwards, which ensures that the bar is less visible. This belly button piercing seems to be higher on your belly, which gives it an elegant and robust look.
Buying a belly button piercing
Buying a belly button piercing online is nothing new, but still it’s important to pay attention to a few things. Therefore, we will explain the most important things regarding your navel piercing.
Firstly, the choice of the material of which the piercing is made is very important. If you know which material suits you best, it’s still important to choose the correct length of the belly button piercing bar. If you have the standard size of 10 mm, then there is nothing to worry about. If you need a different size, take a look at the belly button piercings with a removable bar. Want to know more about the belly button piercing in general? You can search our blog on the word belly button piercing in order to read all the articles about it.
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