Can you smell your septum piercing?

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.

Can u flip up a septum piercing?

Yes! That’s one of the best things about this piercing- it can be flipped up while healing. 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).

How long after a septum piercing can you flip it up?

When you’ve had it for at least 8 weeks but Waiting 12 weeks is best. You don’t want to disrupt the healing during the most crucial healing time.

Should I twist my septum piercing?

A septum piercing is going to take between two to three months to heal. This is not like the piercing you get while you’re at the mall, you don’t need to rotate the jewelry. The only exception to this rule is when you want to flip it up or re-center the piercing (keep this at a minimum if possible).

How can I convince my mom to let me get a septum piercing?

Begging usually doesn’t do the trick with parents. Research everything about septum piercings, good or bad. Write it all down and give it to your mom. Also, saving up your own money will show your mom that you’re trying to be responsible about getting a piercing.

Is it possible to make a septum piercing invisible?

In that case, a septum piercing is ideal: you can easily flip up or down the piercing, making it temporarely invisible. Or you could take it out and nobody will see the hole. To be able to easily do that, make sure you stretch the piercing 2 sizes up after the initial healing.

Do you sneeze all the time with a septum piercing?

Not only do you sneeze all the time, but the flu actually takes all your strength away. However, if you have a septum piercing like I do, common cold becomes a shraap. Be it blowing my nose or just sneezing, everything was a struggle during the healing process.

How can I get my mom to pay for my piercings?

Find a good piercer in your area (check out the map on the Association of Professional Piercers website), email them, ask for the cost, and tell your mom how you’re going to pay for it. Visit the piercing studio before you get it done, and bring your mom. Make sure it’s well-lit and looks clean.