Pros of a Septum Piercing
- All the compliments.
- It’s a great self-esteem booster.
- When pierced right, (through the "sweet spot") it’s virtually painless, or so they say.
- All the jewelry options are so cute?
- Personally wear horseshoe rings and they flip up for school/work.
- Clickers are popular and I certainly see why…
- Great fidget…
Regarding this, what does a septum piercing say about you?
A septum piercing is associated with people who want to set themselves apart. Whether other people will like them for it, they wouldn’t really care. To this end, people with septum rings end up appearing as rebels without a care in the world, and any efforts to rein them in will simply result in a clash.
What does a pierced septum mean?
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 jewelry is put in place – normally a ring, a horseshoe or, less commonly, a bar.
Why are septum piercings dangerous?
Septal Hematoma. While rare, septal hematoma is the most serious potential danger of a septum piercing, which can cause difficulty breathing and even potential facial deformity.
Do septum piercings stink?
Most septum pierced people experience that smell at one time or another, Or at least enjoyed it in their healing process. Being known as "septum funk" or "septum stench" that smell is very common with other body piercings as well.
What does a bull nose ring mean on a woman?
It is known to enhance the beauty and love of the bride in the eyes of the groom. These were often made of gold and quite ornate and represented a woman’s married status in the world. The septum piercing mustn’t be confused with a nose piercing or a bull ring one.
What does a septum piercing mean on a woman?
Depending on the region, septum nose rings symbolize a woman being of age to marry. Throughout history, both men and women have used jewelry not just as a way to decorate themselves but also as a status symbol. Their love for septum nose rings has certainly expanded outside this South Asian country.
Why do girls pierce their tongue?
The most common part pierced for sexual pleasures is the tongue. When used for oral sex, the small metal ball or tongue ring that is on the tip of the ring will add pressure, tease, and bring a new sensation to the experience for your lover.
What nose shape is best for a septum piercing?
Septum Piercing. This piercing type goes through the narrow strip of skin on the septum just before the cartilage starts. It works best on noses with wider septums, as more narrow septums may not provide much of a surface area for the piercing.
Can I flip my septum on the first day?
Although it’s okay to flip the jewelry up or down occasionally, you should avoid doing this as much as possible. You may want to just leave the jewelry flipped up for most of the healing period if you are concerned about it being seen.
What Bible says about piercings?
"You shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor tattoo any marks on you: I am the Lord," Leviticus 19:28.
How painful is septum piercing?
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.
Can a septum piercing hit a nerve?
Nose piercing may damage a nerve and cause numbness or pain.
What happens if your septum is too low?
If it is too low, it can stretch and pull on the skin and can actually pull through with time. If it goes through the cartilage, then it may not heal and there is a high risk of infection and deformity. Septum piercings are easy to mess up. They can go too far back, too low, or too crooked.
Is a septum piercing cultural appropriation?
It definitely was cultural appropriation at one point, but now that it has permeated cultures that did not invent it, it is perfectly reasonable for you to get the piercing as you are not appropriating the initial culture.