Where is a navel piercing done?
There are several places where navel piercings are performed. The most popular spot for a navel piercing is the skin fold above the navel. However, this type of piercing can also be done below the navel or on the side of the navel. These variations are less well-known and therefore less common. If the skin in that area is suitable for a piercing—not too thin—and the skin fold is both tight and large enough, the side and the underside of the navel are ideal for a navel piercing.
Do you need a specific navel shape for a navel piercing?
The most important requirement for a navel piercing is a sufficiently large fold of skin. In some people, this area of skin is particularly tight, while in others it is less so; similarly, in some people the navel curves outward, while in others it curves inward. Since everyone’s skin around the navel is different, the piercer must make a decision on a case-by-case basis. Some navels are ideal for a navel piercing, while others are not suitable.
As already mentioned, the key factor for a navel piercing is the skin fold around the navel. A professional piercer will be able to determine whether the abdominal fold is suitable for a navel piercing. It is important to note that, in principle, an outwardly curved navel does not preclude a navel piercing. However, it is somewhat more difficult to find the right spot.
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At what age can you get a belly button piercing?
In essence, any piercing constitutes bodily injury and is therefore a criminal offense; this also applies to navel piercings. For this reason, every piercer must obtain a written consent form before performing a piercing. Piercers are also required to ask minors to present their ID card, as this serves as proof of age.
In general, a written consent form from a parent or legal guardian is required for anyone under the age of 18. This consent must be in writing—a verbal statement is not sufficient. Conveniently, piercing studios usually have a form that can be filled out and submitted along with a copy of the parent or legal guardian’s ID. Thus, nothing stands in the way of getting a navel piercing. It is certainly even better if parents or guardians come along at the same time so that any questions can be answered and all concerns addressed.
For anyone under the age of 14, it is advisable to wait a little longer before getting a navel piercing, simply because the skin is still quite sensitive at this age, the body is still growing, and the piercing could cause pain or, in the worst case, even tear out. Therefore, professional piercers generally refuse to perform navel piercings on people under the age of 14.
How is a navel piercing done?
If you want to get a navel piercing, the first step is to find a professional studio that maintains high hygiene standards and provides expert advice. This involves a few formalities: a written consent form must be submitted before the piercing is performed. As mentioned earlier, anyone under the age of 18 needs a written consent form from their parents or legal guardians.
The procedure then continues: the abdomen must be cleared, the location of the navel piercing is determined, and the insertion point is marked at two points. One point is intended for the insertion of the piercing and the other for its exit. Once the correct spot for the navel piercing has been identified, the area is cleaned and disinfected. It is essential that a professional piercer always wears medical gloves! Next, the navel is numbed with ice spray or cream. The skin fold at the navel is then grasped with a pair of pliers, pierced with a cannula, the navel piercing is inserted, and secured with a screw ball. The entire procedure takes only a few seconds.
Is a belly button piercing painful?
Since an anesthetic cream or spray is used when piercing the navel, it usually causes little or no pain at all. Usually, only a brief sensation of pressure is felt. After the piercing and once the anesthesia has worn off, a slight pulling or pressing sensation may be felt. After all, this is an open wound. To promote rapid healing, tight clothing should be avoided. Awkward movements can also irritate the navel piercing. Additionally, the area should be disinfected and cleaned regularly. It is good to know that when a navel piercing is done, very little or no blood is drawn, as the area surrounding the navel is not well supplied with blood.
How much does a belly button piercing cost?
The cost of a navel piercing varies from studio to studio. Generally, it ranges from €50 to €60, including the piercing and aftercare products.
Conclusion
A navel piercing is a popular form of body jewelry that can be placed in various locations on the navel. Ideally, there should be a sufficiently large and firm fold of skin at the navel. A professional piercing studio always requires a written consent form for navel piercings. Anyone under the age of 18 needs a written consent form from their parents or legal guardians. When piercing the navel, the surrounding area is numbed so that you can hardly feel the piercing.