Let’s talk about lip piercings! They’re not just about looking cool—they have stories behind them, like in Malawi, where lip disks are seen as beautiful symbols, or among the Dogon people in Mali, who pierce their lips to honour their beliefs. Even ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and Mayans used lip piercings to show off bravery and status.
Nowadays, in Western countries, lip piercings are famous for showing off your personality and style. Whether you prefer a small stud or a big ring, each piercing says something special about you. But before you get one, visit a professional piercing studio to avoid any problems. So, let your lips tell your story with a cool piercing!
Types of lip piercings
Lip piercings come in all shapes and sizes, just like the people who get them! You can choose to pierce your upper lip, lower lip, or even both. Each piercing has a different name that tells you where it goes.
Here are some common types:
1. Monroe Piercing: This one’s like a little beauty mark above your left upper lip, similar to the actress Marilyn Monroe had.
2. Labret Piercing: It’s a stud right under your lower lip, in the middle.
3. Madonna Piercing: Similar to the Monroe, it’s on the right side above your upper lip, where Madonna has her beauty mark.
4. Medusa Piercing: This is on the groove between your nose and upper lip.
5. Snake Bite: Imagine snake fangs — these are two piercings on each side of your lower lip.
6. Dolphin Bite: Two cute studs in the middle of your lower lip.
7. Vertical Labret: A curved barbell goes straight through the centre of your lower lip.
8. Dahlia Bite: A stud on each corner of your mouth.
9. Canine Bite: This one’s like the snake bite but with two piercings on each side of both your upper and lower lips.
Each style is unique and can help you express yourself in your way! The lip piercing style you pick says a lot about you and your vibe. Going to a clean and experienced piercing studio is essential to get it done right. Your lips are delicate, so you want someone who knows what they’re doing and won’t mess it up. Safety first!
How much does lip piercing hurt?
Lip piercings may sting a bit when you’re getting them done because there are many nerves around your lips. But most folks handle the pain fine. The soreness sticks around for about six weeks as it heals. Just be gentle with your new piercing afterwards—no pulling or biting! On a pain scale, it’s usually a 4 or 5 out of 10.
Try to avoid kissing for a few days.
Right after you get your lip pierced, it might be sore and swollen. It’s best to avoid kissing for a few days until it starts feeling better. Even if your partner’s mouth is clean, there’s a risk of your piercing bleeding, which could be uncomfortable for both of you.
Remember, even if you’re in a monogamous relationship, saliva carries bacteria and other stuff that can get into your piercing and cause problems. Since your lip piercing is like an open wound while it heals, it’s extra vulnerable to infections.
But once your piercing heals up, you’re good to go! You can kiss your partner without any worries about pain or infection.
Healing time?
Healing a lip piercing takes longer than getting an ear or nose piercing. It usually takes about six to eight weeks to change the jewellery safely. Certain types like Monroe or Madonna piercings might take up to three months to fully heal.
During this healing time, it’s essential not to take out your piercing, and you should clean it at least three times a day with a cleansing solution. If it gets infected, healing might take longer and be more uncomfortable.
That’s why it’s crucial to go to a professional for your lip piercing—they know how to do it right and minimize the risk of pain and infection.
Are lip piercings safe?
Getting a lip piercing is safe if you go to a reputable piercing studio with trained professionals. But if you go to a place without the right experience, you could run into problems. People who pierce without proper training might need to learn how to do it safely.
At Pierced, make sure every step of the piercing process is done with care, from the quality of the jewellery to the cleanliness of our facilities and the expertise of the staff.
When you choose Pierced, you’re selecting a professional experience that prioritizes your safety and comfort. Visit us and check out our selection of safe and stunning lip-piercing jewellery online!
Recommended Jewellery?
For your lip piercing, we suggest using gold jewellery. Gold is an excellent choice because it’s a neutral metal, especially if it’s 14k or higher, which means it has fewer impurities. You can also go for implant-grade titanium or surgical stainless steel, which are safe options.
Avoid metals like nickel or copper because they could trigger allergic reactions. At Pierced, we make sure to provide only top-notch jewellery that’s safe and high-quality.