There are certain piercings known to accentuate facial features or beauty marks, so it’s no wonder that women benefit from a wider variety of possible piercings. Some of these piercings are generally seen as more feminine, and they are ideal for anyone looking for a new way to spice up their appearance. Below is a handy guide to which piercings are the most popular among women.

#1: Nostril Piercings

Nose piercings are overall the most popular piercings for women. Around 19% of pierced women have at least one nose piercing. Nostril piercings are the most popular of these and can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Dainty gemmed nose screws offer a classic look while rings give an edgier vibe. Clear retainers are also an option for discretionary purposes.

Healing tongue piercings is sometimes more involved since they are oral piercings. Extra procedures like salt rinses come into play compared to most other body piercings that only require salt spray and irrigation. It’s important that tongue piercings are fully healed before moving forward so that infection is no longer a risk. The initial healing phase may be over, but this does not mean tongue piercing care is finished. These three different approaches to essential long-term care will ensure there are no tongue piercing issues down the road.

When it comes to picking out nipple jewelry the options are virtually endless. However, some thoughtful pointers will make sure your search for the perfect nipple jewelry is easy and successful.

Size and Material

14 gauge is an ideal size for most nipple piercings. 14G is also one of the most common piercing sizes, so there will be plenty of options to choose from as far as jewelry.

The two main variations of nipple jewelry are barbells and clickers. Barbells are the simpler option, and they contain a straight bar and balls or other customizable ends. If you’re not interested in loose ends on your nipple jewelry, clickers are always an option as well. Any sort of clicker jewelry is designed to snap into place with an easy “click” on one side, and they will stay secure without any worries.

Stone plugs are starting to earn their rightful place in the limelight! These plugs are the perfect addition to any outfit, and they are a realistic style of jewelry for every-day wear. Here are ten of our favorite stone plugs!

The purple amethyst single flare stone plugs are both affordable and have rich hues of purple and lavender. One of the cool things about the amethyst plugs is the natural marbling that stone creates. This means that you are getting a variety of hues and color saturation throughout the plug. Amethyst has been used for thousands of years to stimulate, soothe, and ease the mind and emotions. The Ancient Greeks believed that amethyst would cure drunkenness and it has become known as the stone to prevent overindulgence. Not only are you getting a gorgeous purple stone, but you are getting the benefits of Amethyst’s emotional energy.

Organic materials are becoming extremely popular in all aspects of life. Wood Plugs are a stylish way to show off your natural side. Wooden plugs and tunnels have endless style options and they are a healthy option for stretched ears. Wood is a fantastic material for healed lobes because it allows the skin to breathe and it helps eliminates the odor that comes with stretching. Wood plugs do keep some upkeep, but it is worth it!

One of the best parts of wearing wood is the different designs that can be created using different colors and species of wood. Each set of plugs come with their own unique design and have different inlays. The wooden star plugs are a favorite because of their solid white star logo inlay. The contrast between the dark areng wood and white inlay make the stars pop, these will quickly become the focal point of your look!

Getting an industrial piercing can be a scary but exciting experience! Get rid of the nerves by preparing yourself with these nine top-notch tips!

#1. Finding the Right Piercer

Finding a piercer is going to be incredibly important and doing your research before the piercing is going to pay off later! The Industrial Piercing consists of two piercings in the upper ear or the cartilage. You might be wondering why it is so important to find a reputable piercer. Since the industrial piercing is two piercings connected by a straight barbell you will need to find a piercer who is experienced in this type of piercing. It is absolutely imperative that the angles of each piercing line up correctly. If the angles of the piercing are off, the barbell will put unnecessary pressure on the tissue of the ear, making for a longer healing process. Take a look at your piercer’s portfolio, they should have pictures of fresh and healed industrials they have performed.

The lip piercing is done on the side or middle of the mouth and can be done on the upper or lower lip. This type of piercing has gained popularity and is also known as a Labret, Monroe, Medusa, Vertical Labret, Snake Bites, Spider Bites, Angel Bites or Dolphin Bites. There are so many options when it comes to lip jewelry. The two main types of jewelry are going to be: a captive bead and a labret / flat back stud. Here are our favorite pieces for the fall season!

Threadless Jewelry

Theadless labret jewelry is an awesome choice for lip piercings. These come in combo packs and are also sold individually by piece. Made of ASTM f 136 titanium with multiple gem settings to fit your style. The threadless design makes it easy to replace the top gem on your piercing. No more screwing on & off the tiny pieces to change them out. Over 70+ designs to pick from that will your piercing stand out.

1. 18G Titanium Threadless Labret + Clear CZ Top

2. 18G Titanium Threadless Labret + White Opalite Top

Glass is a great alternative to stone, and they look amazing. These glass plugs are handcrafted, and they are unique, one of a kind pieces! They give you a simple yet daring look with their variation in color. You can go with a simple more pomegranate type color to a deep true blood red color.

Double Flare Red Glass Plugs

These double flair plugs are almost a blood red color and they are made of an incredibly strong glass called Borosilicate glass. These come in different sizes and you have the ability to choose from an 8G up to 1 & 1/4" inch (32mm). Since they are handcrafted glass, they can vary in size by +/- 1mm! These are double flared plugs and they stay in the ears nicely and they don’t require an “O” ring to keep them in place! Grab a pair of these smooth red beauties for $11.95. Link: https://www.urbanbodyjewelry.com/red-glass-plugs.html

These hot new pieces are all about comfort and style. They rely on the simplicity of stainless steel and rose gold with the elegance of the CZ gemstones. These brand-new barbells are right on trend with the CZ and Rose Gold obsession. A hot piercing deserves elegance and a variety of styles. Showing off your nipple piercing has never been easier with this gold aesthetic. These gorgeous gems are for healed piercings and they are externally threaded. Check out the proper aftercare routine on nipple piercings here: https://www.urbanbodyjewelry.com/nipple-piercing-information-aftercare/

These beautiful 14G Double Gem Nipple Ring Barbells are subtle and sweet. It gives your nipples a small sparkle with the CZ ends. They are made with 316L stainless steel and they are the perfect addition to any healed nipple piercing. These beauties are sold in pairs for 12.95! Link: https://www.urbanbodyjewelry.com/14g-double-gem-nipple-ring-barbell.html

Stones are a fantastic when they are used in body jewelry! Each stone has its own set of metaphysical and physical healing properties. They also make for a gorgeous look and give you the perfect aesthetic!

Ternary Aventurine X Opalite X Amethyst Hanging Ear Weights

These are an absolutely stunning pair ear weights that combine an attractive array of stones. Opalite glass is a manmade material and it is inherently known as a great self-esteem stone. Opalite helps you recognize your own personal power and it is known to improve one’s self-worth. This is amazing when paired with Aventurine because Green Aventurine is known for its calming and understanding nature. This is a gorgeous stone that attracts luck and brings optimism for life. The next stone featured is an Amethyst and Amethyst is a gentle healer. This combination of stones is perfect for helping overcome stagnant energy and feel more confident in yourself. Each piece is approximately 16 grams and it is recommended that your ears are stretched to a 6G or larger to wear these. They are sold in pairs for 95$ and they are made from sterling silver. They are approximately 20mm in width and 110mm in height! These will add a gorgeous contrast and a beautiful energy to your ears! Link: https://www.urbanbodyjewelry.com/ternary-aventurine-opalite-amethyst-hanging-ear-weights.html

Natural jewelry is an awesome way to spice up your stretched ears! This gives you an entirely new dimension of style. These handcrafted hangers will add an organic aspect to your look while keeping the environmental community in mind. Each of these pieces is one of a kind and no pair is alike!

Paisley Wooden Hangers

The Paisley Hangers have the most beautiful detailing and carving out there! They are a true paisley shape and each curve has defined lines and filigree. These pieces are sold in a pair of two and handcrafted with Saba Wood. The design is carved in the front and the pattern and the color of the hanger will be different on each piece due to the texture and color variation in the wood. Grab a pair of these gorgeous pieces of nature for $25.00 (pictured above). https://www.urbanbodyjewelry.com/spirals-talons-pinchers/paisley-wooden-hangers.html

It’s time to spice up your cartilage piercings with new shapes, stones, and styles. Showing off your cartilage piercing cannot get any easier with these new cartilage barbells. Each of these pieces has a unique design that is on trend and perfect for when you need a little extra sparkle.

16G Rose Gold Crescent Moon Cartilage Barbell

How fantastic would this look in the upper ear or even the tragus!? This rose gold moon is hitting every note of perfection. Not only is it rose gold, but it is adorned with small CZ’s throughout the entire shape of the moon. This piece comes in a size 16g and the externally threaded ball is 2.5mm, allowing for the perfect grip on the piercing. It is made with 316L stainless steel and the barbell length is 6mm long, designed with comfort in mind. You can grab this piece individually for 8.95$.

Link: https://www.urbanbodyjewelry.com/16g-rose-gold-crescent-moon-cartilage-barbell.html