Is septum piercing gross?

Having a running nose and a septum ring does require some some extra consideration and maneuvering, but it's not as gross as most people probably suspect. The only major problem is that the area around my piercing does tend to get a bit swollen and irritated from constantly having to blow my nose.

Do septum piercings get gross?

Why does my septum piercing smell? I'm going to get a little gross with you…that's pretty common, and people have been known to call it septum funk. If the smell is combined with pain, yellow pus, or blood, you might have a problem.

Do septum piercings look good?

A septum piercing definitely looks really cool and is a unique accessory that can add a little glitz or edge to your overall look. You can go big and bold, small and classic, or punk rock with it; it's a versatile piercing that can help you express different parts of who you are.

Is septum piercing cultural appropriation?

Septum piercing has its own cultural appropriation in many parts of the world, where women get their septum pierced at a very young age. Over time, this culture has turned into a full-fledged trend.

Why you should not get a septum piercing?

There's a risk of contracting bloodborne diseases, including HIV, hepatitis B and C, and tetanus from unsterilized needles. Insist that your piercer use only a fresh, sterile needle. Scarring. Aesthetically speaking, scarring is NBD when it comes to septum piercings because they're not visible.

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What does septum piercing symbolize?

The septum piercing was used to signify their success and show their rite of passage into manhood. Later on, in history, the piercing of these flesh tunnels became connected to rebel subcultures such as the punk rock movement, is seen as a sign of rebellion. But now virtually everybody is following the piercing trend.

Are septum piercings unprofessional?

Being told your piercing is unprofessional

For that, I find that the septum piercing is one of the most professional “unprofessional” piercing to have. As long as you're wearing a horseshoe ring, you can always flip it up into your nostril where nobody can see it.

Why does my septum smell like fish?

Don't mistake that excretion for pus, it is sebum which is there to protect your skin, keep it moisturized and healthy. A mixture of dead skin cells, probably boogers as well, even old soap is what gives it the rotten odor.

What septum piercing do you start with?

The septum is usually pierced at a 16 gauge and there is a wide variety of jewelry in that size. Most piercers will use a captive bead ring or a circular barbell ring (which sits in a horseshoe U-shape) to start with.

What is the Medusa piercing?

What is a medusa piercing? A medusa or philtrum piercing positions a stud in the center groove above the cupid's-bow of the lip. A piercer usually fits the piercing with a long labret stud. Once the piercing heals, a person can exchange the stud for a shorter stud to avoid causing damage to their teeth and gums.

What noses look good with septum?

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It works best on noses with wider septums, as more narrow septums may not provide much of a surface area for the piercing.

How painful is septum piercing?

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 hard is it to hide a septum piercing?

Is it easy to hide? Septum piercings are the easiest facial piercing to hide. If you wear a septum retainer, all you need to do to hide it is flip it up inside your nostrils.

Is 30 too old for a septum piercing?

Opt for nostril piercings and multiple cartilage piercings

We believe that piercings are the ultimate individual expression, so we never put an age limit to what piercings you can wear. However, if you've never been pierced before, you might feel a little hesitation when you go to get pierced in your 30s.

Will my septum close if I take it out?

Yes, septum piercings do close if kept out. It however, depends how long you've had it for. If you haven't had the piercing for very long, it can take up to 24 hours for it to fully close, while the exterior will be open for much longer.

Does nostril or septum hurt more?

"There's not a lot of nerve endings in that part of your septum, so a nostril piercing is going to hurt ten times more than a septum piercing." On a scale of one to ten, ten being extremely painful, Thompson rates the pain of a septum piercing at a two or three.

How do you sleep with a new septum piercing?

If you need to we suggest starting with either a circular barbell or a retainer. Remember to always wash your hands and piercing well before and after flipping it up, and don't sleep with it flipped (unless you are wearing a retainer).

Do septum piercings bleed?

Any piercing will bleed. A septum piercing may bleed more than pierced nares. You could also form a hematoma, a swollen bruise that can become infected or disfigure your face.

Where is the sweet spot in your septum?

If you pinch your septum, you should feel a thin area of skin between some hard cartilage and the tip of your septum (often referred to as the sweet spot). That's where the septum piercing is placed. It is a little bit higher and a little further forward than you might realize.

Why does my septum smell like cheese?

Sebum is secreted by the sebaceous glands in the skin. It's an oily secretion meant to lubricate the skin and make it waterproof. Mix sebum with some dead skin cells and a little bit of bacteria, and you get some really potent smelling piercings! The discharge is semi-solid and smells like stinky cheese.

What jobs dont allow septum piercings?

Does a septum piercing affect employment?

If you're applying for a behind-the-scenes office position at a more progressive startup, your piercings might not have any effect on whether or not you get hired. Conversely, if you're looking for a front-facing sales position at a more conservative company, it's likely that your piercings will be viewed negatively.