All about piercings

Can a daith piercing really help migraines? Here is what the acupuncture link, the placebo effect, the risks, and the cost say about whether it is worth trying.

Does a tongue piercing hurt? Here is the honest pain level, what happens at the studio, how long the soreness lasts, and simple tips to cope with the pain.

Belly button piercing pain is milder than most people expect. Here is how much a navel piercing hurts, what makes it worse, and how to stay comfortable through healing.

Wondering about septum piercing pain? Learn how much it hurts on a 1 to 10 scale, what affects the sting, how long it lasts, and simple ways to stay relaxed.

Thinking about getting a nose ring hoop right away? Here is why most piercers start with a straight bar, and the strict conditions for a first-day hoop.

Not sure which ear piercing to get next? Explore 10 curated ear piercing ideas, from the classic lobe to the bold industrial, with typical prices, healing times, and jewelry picks for every placement.

Joel Miggler stretched 40 mm tunnels into his cheeks and collected 27 piercings. Discover the story behind one of the most extreme faces in modern body modification.

Learning how to blow your nose with a nose piercing takes just a little care. Here is the pain-free technique for studs, rings and a septum, and how to protect a healing piercing.

Learn how to stretch your ears safely, from tapers and plugs to gauge sizes, a six-step method, how long to wait between stretches, aftercare, and the risks to avoid.