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The fashion of nose piercing is back, but in a more flamboyant version. Now fashionistas and fashionistas are piercing not only the wings of the nose, but also the tip of the nose, the septum and even the bridge of the nose. Each of these types of piercings has its own name, but is there a hidden meaning in such jewelry?
What does a girl's nose piercing mean, which side to pierce, if it is an asymmetrical solution - in our article you will find answers to all these questions.
Types of piercing
Nose piercing - This is not only an earring in the nostril, by the way, few people know the name of the type of nose piercing, in which the so-called noselobe is pierced. It is a nostril - one or two nostrils are pierced at once. Let's see what other areas are pierced.
Nostril - Nostril can be classic, over- or under-piercing. In the classic piercing is performed in a natural dimple above the nostril, this is the most common type of piercing, it looks most harmonious. An understated nostril implies a piercing slightly higher and closer to the back of the nose than the classic version. The undervalued nostril is a piercing directly to the wing of the nose.
Bridge - A puncture of the soft tissues of the bridge of the nose, which can be vertical or horizontal.
Rhino - For this kind of piercing, a small earring in the form of an arc with decorative elements on both ends is used. The puncture is made vertically through the soft tissues, one decorative element is placed at the tip of the nose, the second is placed at the bottom between the nostrils.
Septum - The bottom part of the septum is pierced, the piercing is done horizontally. Earrings in the shape of a ring or horseshoe are suitable for this type of piercing, sometimes a small arched earring is used.
Septril - The piercing of the lower part of the nasal septum, but, unlike the septum, the piercing is done vertically. This piercing is similar in appearance to the rhino, but the decorative element is the same - down between the nostrils.
Nasalang - A horizontal piercing of the septum and both wings of the nose. Visually, this piercing looks like a double-sided classic nostril.
Austin Bar - A horizontal piercing of the soft tissues of the tip of the nose, visually looking like a bilateral undersized nostril.
Nasal type - The piercing of the tip of your nose looks just like a rhino, but without the lower decorative element.
If you want to decorate your appearance, but not look too flamboyant, choose nostril. Changing the earrings, you can adjust the restraint of the image from neutral to extravagant or daring.
Septum is rapidly coming into fashion - girls wear jewelry in the form of rings and horseshoes, often choosing unconventional shades of jewelry.
Is there a ring in your nose? What for?
Techniques of nose piercing quite a lot, but the most popular are two of them: a small puncture in the nostril, where a miniature ornament is inserted, or a ring stuck into the septum of the nose. Most often, girls resort to this method of decorating themselves. Today it is their prerogative to pierce the nose. A ring, a horseshoe, a barbell, a little heart - what else can not be seen on the young faces.
Nose piercing, like any other, adds to the girl sexy and attracts eyes. Men consider such ladies as coquettes and flirt with them more often. A small dainty earring or a gold nose ring can always be replaced by another piece of jewelry. The renewal of the image will be guaranteed. Piercing is not welcomed in educational institutions and is banned in some professional teams, where a dress code is established. But this problem is solved simply. The earring is taken out, leaving a barely noticeable hole, and there are no claims to the owner of the piercing. In the nose ring can be worn at other times of the day.
Hidden meaning
What nostril to pierce with a nostril - the right or left? What will the chosen type of nose piercing say about you?
As for the nostril, it is usually done on the left side. This tradition comes from India - Hindus believe that piercing the left nostril will placate the patron goddess of marriage and childbearing. The Indian tradition was brought to Europe by the hippie culture and became established as a stereotype.
Sometimes you may hear that the piercing of the right nostril indicates a girl's tendency to easy behavior or her non-traditional orientation, but there is no confirmation of this. Psychologists believe that people who pierce the right nostril are more confident and want to draw attention to themselves.
Who pierces more often and at what age?
The representatives of the stronger sex do not have a strict age limit for piercing. It all depends on a man's views on style and fashion. Often, the decoration in the nose becomes a symbol of self-expression and a bright indicator of individuality.
Among women, an earring in the nose is often found in young girls under the age of 30-35 years. Although lovers of scandalizing others may dare to take such a step at a much wiser age. Recently, piercings have become a real "highlight" in the images of freedom-loving ladies.
Aesthetic moment
In today's world, piercings are only an ornament, a detail of the image, a way of self-expression. Therefore, we need to pay attention to the aesthetic side of the issue. All of us have an asymmetric face, some have a pronounced asymmetry, and some have it practically invisible, but it is there.
Therefore, the jewelry will look differently on the face from different sides. Try on the earring on the magnet without a piercing, which nose piercing looks better - on that and stop.
As for other types of piercings - they are appropriate only if your whole image corresponds to the chosen style. Maybe you have tattoos or piercings of other body parts, you like things in rock, grunge, hippie style, you have a suitable hair style and hair color.
Nostril fits even in the romantic style, septum is actively introduced in the casual style, and the bridge or rhino will suit only those who want to demonstrate their independence from the opinion of others.
What kind of jewelry to use?
The material for the jewelry must be hypoallergenic, otherwise you will not be able to wear it. Suitable earrings are made of noble metals: gold, platinum, silver and several others. Most often used, making nose piercing, ring or stud in the form of a funny figure, a heart. It can be a precious pebble, framed by expensive metal. With some types of piercings, a horseshoe or barbell is ideal.
Whether it's a small nose earring, a ring or a barbell, you shouldn't forget about aesthetics. Some people, once undergoing a piercing procedure, can't stop and pierce themselves with even more sophistication. Terrifying records in this area are clearly demonstrated in the Guinness book, but it has nothing to do with genuine jewelry.
Are nose piercings dangerous?
Often you can hear stories that all kinds of piercings can be done at home, the main thing is to carefully disinfect the tools and the place of the piercing.
In fact, it's not that simple - the procedure can cause complications even if you go to a salon, not to mention self-piercing.
- Infection in the wound - this can happen if the tools and puncture site are not properly treated, as well as low immunity.
- Bleeding - the blood will be very difficult to stop if there are problems with clotting, or if you have consumed alcohol on the eve of the procedure.
- Damage to the nasal septum - the technician must know the anatomy well in order to make a neat piercing, the risk of damage increases when piercing the nose with a gun.
- Chronic rhinitis - constant contact of the mucosa with a metal foreign body can cause a runny nose akin to an allergic one.
- Mucosal trauma - this happens when using a straight nostril earring, it is better to use an anatomical shape - rounded.
- Nerve damage - if the wrong piercing place is chosen, the nerve can be damaged, which will affect the motor and sensory functions of the damaged area.
Nat - not just a talisman
The size and type of nose jewelry can be very different. In some Indian states, it is customary for the nat to be made of gold and to be large, covering the cheek. In other places, there are no such requirements: the nat can be delicate, inconspicuous, and made of other metals.
Price tags for nat wings jewelry can have astronomical amounts
For wedding ceremonies, luxurious nat adorned with gemstones was usually chosen. In addition, the nat can have more than just a ring shape. The nose decoration could be in the shape of a fish or a carnation.
Indian women have been piercing the wings of the nose for centuries
How long does the place of the piercing heal?
If you have found an experienced master and possible complications do not scare you, probably you are wondering how long the nose piercing heals, whether it hurts or not at the time of the piercing and how to take care of the place of the piercing afterwards. Of course, tissue piercing is a painful procedure, but nose piercing does not involve anesthesia.
To somewhat reduce the discomfort, you'll need an ice cube. Wrap it in a handkerchief and put it on your nose. When you feel numb, tell the handyman to start the procedure right away.
It takes 4-10 weeks to heal, depending on the location of the puncture, the presence or absence of proper wound care and individual physiological characteristics. For the first 4-6 weeks, all manipulation should be done without removing the earring.
Treat the puncture site with chlorhexidine or a special disinfectant, but not alcohol, so as not to burn.
You need to get the solution inside the puncture, to do this, twist the earring and gently move it back and forth. Treatment should be carried out every day - in the morning and in the evening, and after water procedures or sports to do additional treatment.
If the place of the piercing is swollen or there is purulent discharge, remove the earring and immediately contact the artist who performed the piercing.
Nose Piercing - It is just another way to beautify your body, to stand out from the crowd, to draw attention to yourself and emphasize your style. Weigh all the pros and cons, so as not to regret the deed. Even if you change your mind and get the earring, the piercing will take a long time to heal and leave a small scar.
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Interesting facts about piercings
It is noteworthy that nose ornaments, in different countries around the world, have been used since ancient times. They carry different meanings and secret symbols, and in a number of countries is considered a way to effectively combat various diseases:
- Nepal and India. According to Ayurvedic medicine, a woman's nose is associated with the state of her reproductive system organs, so with the help of piercing in these countries trying to help cope with various "female" ailments and provide the most painless carrying a baby and easy delivery;
- Arab countries. In these countries, women wear piercings as a sign of respect for their husbands and children, as well as a symbol of well-being and prosperity, it is noteworthy that only domestic dwellers can see the decoration, as only at home a girl can not bother wrapping herself in a burqa;
- Africa. On this continent, people are most unlike the rest of the world, women here with piercings adorn their bodies, trying to look as attractive as possible, and men in some tribes use piercings to intimidate the enemy;
- Australia. Here the piercing is an element of ritual ceremonies, among men it is a symbol of masculinity, for girls it is a way of entering the period of puberty.
In general, such jewelry looks very attractive and original. The main thing is to study in advance the possibilities and complications that can be a complete surprise, as well as choose a competent master, able to do everything quickly, painlessly and qualitatively.
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History of origin
It is recommended to talk to the person who will do your piercing. Find out the level of his qualifications, ask for supporting documents, see the performed work in the context of "before and after", ask for customer feedback. During the interview you will be able to decide on the place of piercing and piercing. You can bring your own jewelry or buy it directly from the salon. This will affect the cost of the service, but not too much. Men in India have always pierced only the left nostril to preserve their masculinity and protect themselves from impotence, and women for easy childbirth without consequences. Depending on which side of the nose piercing is made, conclusions are made about certain characteristics of the person. The pierced right nostril is a sign of the desire for self-love and selfishness.
Care and healing
After the piercing procedure begins the most responsible moment - the care of the fresh piercing. So, how to take care of a nose piercing? Immediately after the piercing it is necessary to buy means for treatment - antiseptics in the form of a spray of Octenisept or Miramistin. Treat twice a day, and do not use cotton swabs and cotton disks. In the first days after the puncture blood clots may form, on no account should it be scraped or poked (the blood will gradually wash away with antiseptic).
In case of traumatization of the piercing (snagged, yanked jewelry), ointment with Baneocin, 2 times a day, but use the ointment for no more than 5 days. Nose piercing septum after traumatization cannot be smeared with Baneocin, only treated with Octenisept/Miramistine.
Avoid piercing for 2-4 weeks (no steam baths, saunas, hot baths or open bodies of water). After taking a shower, be sure to treat the puncture.
Do not touch or twist the jewelry.
Downside (replacement of the primary ornament) is done in at least 2-3 weeks. Nose piercing nose piercing does not need mandatory replacement of the base of the jewelry, if it does not interfere.
Piercing other parts of the body
We have already mentioned the nose, and it seems that men usually treat it 50/50. Other areas in question are tongue, lip, eyebrow, nipple and genital piercings.
Tongue, nipple and genital piercings tend to have sexual overtones. They are usually hidden from view. It is for this reason that they are preferred, as it can remain your naughty little secret.
Lip piercings are also popular because they draw attention to this area. If you have plump lips that you want to kiss, you can get a piercing to look even more attractive. This is a trend that even some celebrities are resorting to.
Eyebrow piercings are not as popular, perhaps because they are unconventional and not everyone wants to do them.
How to choose the jewelry
If you want, you can buy not only rings, but also straight or curved nails, with which you can pierce the belt. There are also various bars, bananas, and tunnels, but the latter are more for the extreme. In general, choose so that the earring matches your image. In Vedic culture, some earrings are so heavy that they have to be attached with chains that attach to the hair above or behind the ear. By adding more and more jewelry, women are also bringing a good vibe to the house.
How to get a nose piercing
Many people in the world are so eager to stand out from the crowd that they are constantly coming up with new ways to do it. But when we talk about piercings, you should know that it has existed for a long time, and even primitive people did piercings in the ears, in the mouth and even in the nose, and not just for beauty, but to show their courage and endurance, to prove something to the ancient elemental gods and events. Today such piercings do not surprise anyone, and if you firmly decide that you just need it like air, it is worth to understand that the nose piercing and the consequences can be different. Therefore, it is worth thinking about going to a specialist, rather than trying to do everything yourself.
If you take a circle and separate its ends from each other, it will become part of a spiral with one coil - a twister. There are spirals with different numbers of turns. Used: when it comes to completely healed punctures (from 3 months): nipples, navel, eyebrows, ears, lips, nose. Dimensions: usually 1.6 mm in thickness. Diameter from 8 mm.
Statistics
Nose clips differ from earlobe clips in that they have a swivel (ball or pebble) on the front of the jewelry instead of a clasp. This means that you insert the jewelry from the nostril outward, where you twist the bead. Pros: the jewelry definitely won't fall out, and you can pick up a twist with different stones depending on your mood and outfit. The main element with which you wear a beautiful piercing. This is the name of the contraption that is screwed into the bar, with a beautiful shimmering stone or gold symbol on the end. Or a simple ball - whichever you prefer. The main types of twists are cabochon (flat rough stone), rim (rimmed stone), pin (set crystal), flat-gem (flat-bottomed gemstone), cluster (several twists joined together) and gem-less twists. The most commonly used are lips, ears, nose, microdermal, flat-gem. Less common are tongues, nipples, eyebrows, and navels. To the great joy of piercing lovers, they are sold separately, and you do not have to buy a new earring if you want to replace the old one. What's more, they have finally made piercings an accessory that can be changed to fit different styles. Dimensions: the main parameters of the band are the thread, the stone, if any, and its size. In terms of carving, the overlays are divided into 14g (for 1.6mm thick jewelry) and 16/18g (for 1mm or 1.2mm thick jewelry, they have the same carving). Thicker jewelry is usually made to order.
