Last night, I was surfing through news articles and saw something unusual yet beautiful, so I researched more and more about it. In the end, I was silent because, wow, it had so much meaning, and it’s not something that is not seen around. I mean, people are already doing it. Yes, I am talking about septum nose piercing.
For those who still can not picture it, remember bulls? Yeah, now you got it.
It was only seen in pop culture, but thanks to the celebs, it is becoming famous.
If you are considering getting one yourself, read ahead, and I am pretty sure you will have everything you need.
Eligibility?
Yeah, see, the question is, can anyone get it? Or are there exceptions, like everything?
Well, there are exceptions.
Just like everything, the noses of different persons are different too.
The columella, a thin piece of flesh that sits between the cartilage of the nose, is crucial to getting a septum ring.
Now that columella is as important as piercing, it hurts less when done through that.
If you don’t have it or have something unique, it might hurt more and take longer to heal.
The procedure of Septum Nose Piercing
After completing the documents and proving your identity, choose your body artist to do the piercing.
Once everything is done, you will lie on a recliner, and your nose’s piercing will be disinfected.
There are different techniques used for doing the piercing, for example:
- The freehand method is where the artist uses a needle.
- Using tools to lift your nostrils and then use the needle physically,
- Then, the jewelry is slipped as soon as the needle is removed.
- The procedure takes very little time, from 1-5 mins max.
How Bad Does a Septum Nose Piercing Hurt?
See, getting a hole in your body hurts.
But the pain is rated 7/10.
It’s a funny experience, like sneezing but with pain.
Some folks experience pain when the jewelry is in the hole, the piercing is still fresh, and a piece of metal jewelry is suspended.
It is painful, but not that much.
According to a study, if you are conscious of a painful experience, you will.
So be calm.
If the pain persists for more than one week, it can be a sign of infection, so it’s better to get it checked.
Septum Piercing Cost
See, as always, it all boils down to money.
The price in the international market for getting pierced can be between 40-100 USD.
For the Indian folks, 3-5 thousand INR is needed to get a good quality piercing.
Now, the jewelry? Man, anything you can pay.
Some Extra Information
Here is a list of metals backed by medical science that you should and can use for the whole procedure.
● Stainless surgical steel metal is used everywhere in medical practices, and it does not cost much, so yes, you can go for it; medical implants are also made of this, so it is safe to get pierced.
● Titanium sounds so expensive, doesn’t it? Well, it is! It is good for people who have nickel allergies, and the only downside is that it may also burn a hole in your pocket.
● Gold 14 carat or higher: This option is for those who can afford it. Gold is good for the body, so yes, you can get pierced with it.
● For those who want something as safe as titanium but not as expensive as gold, welcome Niobium; this metal has the same abilities as titanium, but it is not certified for implants; it is cool as we have to pierce with it through the body. It is cheaper than titanium but more expensive than stainless steel.
And if you are worried about health issues after this?
Well, there are some, and I will let you know.
- Allergic reactions: Metals used while piercing, especially nickel, can cause allergic reactions in some people.
- Chances of getting infected: When there is a fresh hole, bacteria will be excited. To tackle this, you can use disinfecting liquids.
- Tearing: Are you getting chills if your jewelry is heavy? It might get torn up, so get a lightweight one.
- Other are bloodborne diseases and scarring. These things are expected again. Use disinfecting liquids for scarring, god knows.
Septum Nose Piercing DOs & Dont’s
● Do not:
- Don’t touch it because it will increase the chances of infection and deteriorate the healing procedure.
- Using products that contain alcohol will create infections, and you will feel a burning sensation.
- Don’t overclean your piercing; 2-3 times daily is enough.
● Do:
- Get regular check-ups from your doctor. This way, if you have an infection, the doctor can identify and cure it.
- Use water to clean it so dust and germs will stay away.
Cultural meaning
Nowadays, we see rebellious people wearing these things to stand out from the crowd or make a statement.
But in many cultures, the septum ring has a meaning to it.
Septum piercing originates from warrior cultures and Indian culture.
Indian culture is historically and scientifically the oldest civilization. Throughout history, we can see that these people did not leave any chance to express themselves, from ear to nose to septum rings.
If we travel to the West, we will see that historically, the northern tribes of Americans also loved to wear and show off their septum piercings.
Different kinds of jewelry represent different cultures; the hunter-tribes used to wear their enemy’s bone-made piercings or small animal bones.
Fast-forward to now: celebrities wear them, and while the size has gotten smaller in the modern world, the piercing remains the same.
Now comes the final part of this article: last but not least, let’s review the FAQs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ans. Well, yes, but if you try to be calm, the pain will not feel that much; try not to focus on it. The pain is 7\10, the average on the feedback of people who got the piercing.
Ans. As already mentioned, different piercings symbolize different things, and the jewelry gives meaning; piercing is nothing. It makes you look bolder, more confident, and even more pretty.
Ans. Well, that is entirely different, and your opinion can vary from mine; I would say the pain and the aftercare. But if you can do it, it’s worth it. Truly.
That is it, folks; as always, the purpose was to make you more knowledgeable and give you a new perspective.