Nose piercing - step by step instructions, photos + video

Nowadays there are a huge number of ways to show your individuality. This and clothing, and hair color, and, of course, a variety of jewelry. Someone prefers more conservative things like finger rings, bracelets and neck jewelry, and someone makes a choice in favor of piercings. Often people do exactly the nose piercing, because it always looks interesting on the face and emphasizes individuality. There are several types of nose piercings: the wing piercing, the bridge of the nose, as well as the septum. In this article, we will tell you about each of them: the pros, cons and peculiarities.

Not everyone decides to get a nose piercing, and this is justified because it takes a really long time to heal, is associated with risks and requires scrupulous care.

A septum is a puncture of the central nasal septum between the nostrils. It can be made of different metals: gold, silver, titanium, surgical steel. The septum is the only type of piercing that can be hidden without taking out the earrings if you want. If you wear a circlet(half ring), you can easily hide it inside your nose. Historically, the septum was pierced by the native tribes of Alaska and America, as well as the Incas and Mayans, who decorated their noses with gold rings.

How to insert a nose piercing in steps

The technique of putting on the earring depends on its shape and location of the piercing. Traditional is considered to be the piercing of the wing of the nose, more unusual is the piercing of the septum. The septum is the cartilage that lies between the nostrils.

Nose Piercing

The following varieties of earrings are used for piercings:

Carnations
. The simple construction of a barbell, clip and jewelry have made them a real masthead for girls. Wearing this earring will not be difficult, in addition, if necessary, it can be quickly removed. They are decorated with a stone, which can be triangular, round, oval and any other shape;
Hook, snail, spiral
. This is a more professional earring. The key difference is the unusual curved shape. While the clove clip can protrude unsightly and be noticeable at some head angles, the hook is completely invisible from the inside;
Rings
. Rarely used for nose wing piercings, but great for the septum, ear, lip or eyebrow. They consist of an uncovered ring and a clamping ball. Most often threaded connections are used as fasteners - this allows you to quickly and reliably fix the jewelry in the piercing.

Lace nose piercing
Before inserting any decoration, it is necessary to disinfect it. The best solution for this is Chlorhexidine or hydrogen peroxide. Note that precious metals react differently to medical disinfectants (they may darken or lighten), and steel jewelry even rusts. Therefore, before treatment, it is better to check the selected composition on an inconspicuous part of the earring.

Nose studs

How to put a nail earring into the nose:

The piercing is rinsed with alcohol or Chlorhexidine. It is mandatory to wipe the inside of the nose. Dust often collects on the mucosa that you are not even aware of. It is it that can later cause inflammation and festering;
The edge of the nose is gently pulled away. In professional conditions, it is fixed with pliers, but if they are not at hand, just hold the wing with your fingers;
The tip of the nail is gently inserted into the puncture. To push it in, you don't need to push hard. Just gently twist the rod through the hole. Two problems can arise here: the nail doesn't go through or it gets stuck. This happens because the hole is overgrown or misdirected. Try gently twisting the rod in different directions. If the earring goes further, you just did not get into the hole right away. If it stalled, then you need to go to the salon - perhaps the piercing is overgrown; Figure inserting a nail earring
When the edge of the nail came out of the hole, you need to pull it down with tweezers. A clip is put on the tip of the earring. Do not press down hard, otherwise there will be inflammation. Try to fix the earring in a middle position, but that it does not dangle, otherwise it will fall out.

In order to put a ring in the nose piercing are performed practically the same way. But, if the cartilage piercing was done, the algorithm may change slightly.

The ring is disinfected and unclenched to the desired level. Tightly tightened septum piercing you simply will not be able to pass through the hole;
The free edge of the ring (without the thread for the clamp) is inserted into the hole in the nose and gently moved over the cartilage. If your nose still hurts, we recommend treating your mucosa with an anesthetic when putting it on; Figure septum ring
Twisting the earring, you need to push it toward the exit. If it goes tightly, you can jiggle the ring slightly in different directions;
When the end of the earring came out of the hole, the second part is screwed onto the fixing ball. If the ring is a classic shape (completely round), then it is screwed to the maximum position and secured with a clamp.

The hardest thing to put on a nose piercing is a cochlea. This is a special kind of earrings, which is quite difficult to install in the piercing yourself without previous experience.

How to insert an earring with a hook into a nose piercing:

On the surface of the tip it is recommended to apply a small amount of "Bepanten" or other regenerating ointment ("Spasatel", "Levomekol"). This will speed up the healing and help put the earring in;
The tip of the snail should be screwed in to its end. You can see by the shape of the earring, but you will need to change the position of the earring slightly after the drop; Figure Snail piercing earring
The flat section of the earring is simply pushed lightly into the nose. It is important not to put pressure on the piercing, otherwise there may be complications in the form of beauty and inflammation. If the hook does not pass well, tilt it slightly, first to the left, then to the right side;
When the earring is threaded in, no clips or retainers are put on it. The tip is simply pressed firmly against the mucosa. In this way, the hole is quickly and securely closed. If you can't get the hook in, it is better to go to a salon. At home you can scratch the nasal mucosa, after which the piercing will begin to actively overgrow.

Video: pros and cons of nose piercing

Consequences and contraindications

As such, there are no direct contraindications to piercing. The only thing that you should pay attention to is the speed of wound healing. The longer it takes to heal the puncture, the more likely it is to get into the wound infection. This is fraught with various complications of care and even surgical interventions.

Complications after nose piercing:

Runny nose. Extremely unpleasant, but natural consequence. Violation of the integrity of the mucosa the body perceives as a viral attack. To get rid of it, it "turns on" all defenses, including the runny nose. It only takes a few days for this unpleasantness to go away;
Painfulness. When the septum is punctured, there is an unpleasant sensation of sensitivity of the nasal tip. It is virtually impossible to touch it. At the same time, the cartilage does not hurt - there are no nerve endings in it. Pain from the wing of the nose can spread to the entire half of the face, with which the piercing is located. The same phenomenon is observed in those who have had an eyebrow piercing;
Inflammation and suppuration. Naturally, if the nose is inflamed - then it was not properly cared for. But the piercing in this part of the body is very difficult to wash - you can't see the mucosa. And suppuration in general can not be recognized in any way, until there is an unpleasant smell;
Problems with food intake. It happens not only after a tongue or lip piercing. When chewing, the nose moves slightly, as it does when speaking. Any movement in the first few weeks after the piercing will have a dull pain in the wing or tip of the nose;
A bulge at the site of the piercing. Is your nose red and slightly swollen? It is better to simply take out the earring and treat the hole carefully, before the wing or septum completely festered. The same thing should be done if the earring fails.

Earrings and Jewelry for Nose Piercing

Earrings are divided not only by shape, but also by the purpose and the material from which they are made. The following materials are used to make earrings for piercing:

Medical steel
. In the past, all salons that provided piercing services for the ears, eyebrows and nose, worked only with such jewelry. But, it is important to know one thing - the term "medical steel" does not exist at all. It is a combination of steel and titanium. It does not affect the speed of healing of the puncture in any way, but it does not corrode;
Plastic
. It looks very unusual, in the holes is practically not felt because of its small weight. It is especially loved by informal girls. Characterized by ease of care and resistance to external negative factors. In addition, it does not freeze in cold weather;
Gold piercings
In the nose is the most expensive, but the safest. The main advantages of this noble metal is that it promotes regeneration and is rarely rejected by the body;
Silver
. Cheaper than gold, but no less popular precious metal. It is suitable for almost everyone. It can cause allergies only in exceptional cases.

Treatment and care of the nose after the piercing

Improper care of the piercing is extremely dangerous. It is the cause of more than 90% of inflammations and abscesses.

Figure the result of improper care of the septum

To avoid the troubles associated with piercings, you need to know the following rules:

Treat your nose twice a day. In the morning and evening. But, if it was windy outside, it is better to wipe the earring and mucosa immediately after coming home (i.e., it will be a triple treatment);
Regular application of an ointment will help speed up the healing process. To make it work, the composition is distributed over the entire bar, ring or hook. To do this, a small ball of ointment is applied to the tip of the earring, after which it is moved in different directions;
If your nose itches - on no account touch it with your fingers. This is how the healing process takes place. If you can not stand it anymore - gently swipe around the area of discomfort with a cotton swab in "Chlorhexidine";

Chlorhexidine
Do not wash the hole with hydrogen peroxide. It dissolves the growths that have formed and slows tissue regeneration;
If a bump has formed at the site of the piercing, there is pus in it. This phenomenon is called granuloma. It appears because of an allergy to the selected earring material or the wrong piercing site. To get rid of it, you need to apply a small amount of peroxide to the piercing, and then gently press. All the infectious mass should come out;
It happens that the piercing has fallen out. In no case do not put it back in without treatment. The same applies to clamping balls.

Peculiarities of the procedure

When choosing a studio and a master, pay attention to how the piercing is done. It is not recommended to do it with a gun, because it tears tissues unlike a needle, which leads to a long healing time, infection and inflammation. It is more difficult to disinfect - there is a great risk that the previous client's biomaterial will remain on the work surface. And, hello hepatitis/HIV. Competent specialists use only disposable sterile needles.

The procedure itself consists of several stages:

Preparation of the workplace. Properly directed lamp light over the chair, preparation of the needle and catheter, sterilization of the decoration. All work should be performed exclusively in disposable gloves.
Next, the master treats the puncture site and with a special marker makes a mark. Check whether the marked place suits you, and if not - tell me, the piercer will pick up a more suitable option for you.
Then a needle with a catheter is used to make the puncture and the jewelry is threaded through the catheter. That's all, the whole procedure takes literally a couple of minutes. Listen carefully to all the recommendations for care after the procedure!

How long does it take to heal?

Much depends on the characteristics of the body and the chosen time of year. According to statistics, in winter and autumn, piercings and tattoos heal much slower than in summer. This is affected by avitaminosis, body hypothermia and reduced immunity.

Belly button piercing heals at least half a year, lips - 2 months. The cartilage in the septum never heals. It simply "rubs out", due to which it stops bothering its owner. Reviews claim that the piercing in the wing of the nose will fully heal only after 6 - 8 months.

The place of the piercing

Today, mainly three types of piercings are made. Nose wing piercing is the most popular type, especially among young people. It has been known since ancient times, coming from South Asia. In India and Nepal, the wings of a woman's nose have reproductive symbolism, so it is very common to have their nose pierced before marriage. The second type of piercing is the piercing of the cartilaginous interstitial septum (septum), and the third, the most painful type, is the nose bridge piercing. In each case, the piercing is done with a needle, and the pain depends on your pain threshold. That is, for one person it will be a completely normal procedure, and for another - really painful.

In addition, you should not forget about the period of healing of the puncture, during which many feel discomfort. This also depends on the characteristics of each person, but usually the nose bridge takes the longest to heal - 6-10 weeks, the nasal septum - 6-8 weeks, the wings of the nose - 4-6 weeks. With proper care, especially painful sensations can be avoided, but you should strictly follow the instructions of professionals, and the piercing itself should be done only by specialists.

Since professional nose piercing is expensive, you may decide to do it yourself at home. To do this, it is enough to find out how the piercing is done, and follow the rules of hygiene. If you are not afraid of pain and are willing to take a risk, then try to pierce the nose yourself. However, keep in mind - a professional is likely to do it faster, better quality and without undesirable consequences.

Meaning - which side of the piercing

Sometimes in women's forums you can find arguments that the piercing on different sides of the face has a hidden sacred meaning. In fact, this is all a stereotype. The choice of which side of the nose piercing is purely individual and depends only on the beauty of the chosen half of the face.

Some girls are more attracted to the parting on the left side, others - on the right. Similarly, with the piercing. To finally decide, you can try on a fake or magnetic piercing. Due to the fact that such a piercing looks very natural, it will be a great experiment for the appearance if you want to pierce the skin, but are afraid.

Piercing on both sides of the nose

According to the photo of the nose piercing it is perfectly visible that it looks great on both the right and left halves of the face. Moreover, it does not tarnish the image in the slightest, but only emphasizes the sophistication of the appearance.

Price

What is the pricing of nose piercing services in the capital and cities of the Russian Federation? The cost of nose piercing in Moscow ranges from 1000-2200 rubles.

The operation is performed both with the simultaneous purchase of the jewelry offered by the specialist, and without it. The price depends on the technique of the event, which makes it increase.

In Voronezh, nose piercing with a needle and earring will cost the patient 1200 rubles.
In Novosibirsk you can get your nose pierced for an average price of 800 rubles.
In Petrozavodsk you can get your nose pierced for 700-1000 rubles.
In Yekaterinburg - the most inexpensive nose piercing service costing 600-800 rubles.

The question of whether it hurts to pierce the nose is posed by everyone who wants to adorn their body. The disadvantage of piercing is the pain not only during the piercing, but also at the time of healing the wound. But different areas on the human body and face have different degrees of innervation. No less important is the method of piercing - by hand or with a gun, as well as the use of anesthetic.