my dad finally opened up to letting me get a piercing and i’m bingeing a lot of your content deciding what piercing i really want. you have such a teacher voice, it’s somewhat comforting :) thank you for making so much content !!
i got mine pierced about an hour ago, 10/10 pain. almost passed out and it still kinda hurts afterwards. i didn’t have that much skin to work with since im skinny as hell but it still looks good. i’ll probably update this on how the healing process goes. next day: hasn’t been hurting much. sore to the touch. cleaned it when i woke up and cleaned it when i took a shower. used unscented soap and the saline salt after. a tiny bit red around the top ball but looks good on the bottom.
I'm planning to get a belly piercing and I'm so tensed. I'm binging on these videos. I'm not scared about the pain but I'm scared about the after reaction 😢
so i’ve had mine for 5 months and i’ll tell h about my experience, so it didn’t hurt at all and was a little swollen and red after, it was sore for a week and a few days, after that I had the little white puss which is regular, I still get some of that now and there. I still get crusties but not as much as the first 2 months but those are ok not painful or anything. I feel like mine had migrated a little bit to the left but I might just be paranoid! if u have any questions feel free to ask me
My belly piercing did affect my clothes for sure I don’t wear jeans unless it’s cold or I have work just for comfort, I wore leggings and yoga pants for 6 months telling the ladies it helps, and I have the top and bottom pierced
I agree on all your points. I had mine done 8 months ago. Not painful at all--other than snagging occasionally it's one of easiest ones I've had. There were a couple of times I used a piece of that breathable 'surgical tape' over the top at night to keep it from snagging on sheets or a blanket.
Tape will work and I've had clients that have used it in the past. The only thing is to be careful and make sure the adhesive doesn't get on the piercing or the jewelry.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Yep, I just made it a kind of bridge from the top to bottom and letting it shield the area. My first jewelry was a pronged jewel and it tended to snag. So now I have a little devil heart (that snags sometimes) but it goes with a devil/moon tattoo I have on my stomach. I wanted a 'theme'.
@@extractdigit See, those aren't nearly as bad as the charmed and dangle ones. I still only stock the basic gem ball style, and it is what I suggest for long term wear. They don't get caught as often and no sharp edges to dig into the inside of your navel.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing I'm 60 and have only done 'hard core' piercing the last two years--the dangly stuff is great for teens but it never captured my interest. I keep the dangles for the ear lobe piercings.
I got mine piercing in 2019. It didn’t hurt that bad. Perhaps at least a 4-5/10 for me. It healed fine but got a bit irritated halfway through. I took care of it and it healed well afterwards. It did move down a little bit though and left a tiny scar above it but you can’t see it unless you lift the piercing. But I do not regret getting it at all and I love it so much☺️☺️
@@BodyPiercingTattooing when is it a good time to start back exercising after getting a navel piercing, basically how long do I have to wait before exercising again.
I have mine done and it’s taken about a year to fully heal but that’s because my skin is sensitive to metals, The healing process was not bad but would spike in pain sometimes but that’s gonna be every piercing🤷🏽♀️I absolutely love it and I love it being hide-able cause conservative family and whatnot.
got mine done jan 2018 it took 8 monts to heal i got it done from a friend that is almost fully trained to be a body piercer. i wore high wasted jeans a lot...it hurt and it still gets sore if i wear those type of pants a lot. it migrated a bit. it was very painful for me,more painful that my septum wish i didnt feel at all..but i love it now
Yes, the high waisted pants are the sworn enemies of navel piercings. In fact, I think that the low wasted hip hugger Jean fashion of the late 90s had more to do with the popularity of navel piercings than anything.
Yeah the rubbing prolongs healing, damages jewelry and the piercing and can cause all kind of issues. In fact, I've heard a number of horror stories over the years of the jewelry catching on the pants, the person sitting down and the piercing tearing. It's why I always mention it in my Pre-piercing consultation and advise against them during the healing and even afterwards.
I wanted to pierce both the top and the bottom of my navel but after watching your video and hearing your suggestions of what not to do I realized it might not the the best piercing to get. I have a cat that sleeps with me, mostly high waisted jeans and skirts, stomach/side sleeper. Thank you for this amazing video .
Same! I'm Still going to do ut but i'm going to change My habits ,also luckily enough i can pretty much fall asleep in any position so i can just sleep in My back and i have enough xlothes that aren't high waisted and crop tops /baggy shirts
i was super iffy about getting mine. bc of rejection and stuff but i feel as if i have the perfect anatomy for it. im getting it done tomorrow. wish me luck!
i finally got one yesterday and let’s just say it was a struggle to push the needle through considering it was 14g and i don’t have much loose skin on my stomach, it took around 15 seconds but the pain wasn’t unbearable….i almost passed out twice though from what i presume to be the adrenaline. still nowhere near as bad as my industrial which had the same issue getting the 14g in, thankfully the naval piercing pain wasn’t as sharp as a cartilage piercing is or else i would probably fully passed out on the spot.
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It all comes down to your anatomy. With some people, the lobe is more pronounced on the bottom but for a majority of people, there is no loose tissue at all. Making the piercing basically a surface to surface piercing.
I’ve been considering getting it done but I always wear my pants as (high waisted) and I just don’t want to decide on it then get told I’m to fat to get it 😭
Your weight isn’t usually the deciding factor of whether or not you could get it. It’s more the shape and anatomy like he mentioned. There are skinny ppl who can’t get it simply bc the shape of their navel doesn’t suit the piercing
I got mine pierced March 7th so last month and the pain I would say I am really trying to keep it clean cause I don’t want to go through the pain again. I hear that scar tissue hurts worse than the first time. The first couple days I forgot it was there. Then like 2 weeks after it hurt to bend it hurt to touch it for me to clean it it just was a lot of pain. Now the crustys subsided and it doesn’t hurt unless I accidentally lean on it for to long when I’m sitting down. But I think it’s cute and I love it. It took a long of convincing for me to get it done because I’m on the bigger side. Im on a weight loss journey and I hope it won’t affect the piercing.
@@aashitamishra993 I do not suggest using any petroleum basic products when healing a piercing at all. They dont allow the piercing to discharge, block the flow of oxygen and create a film for contaminates to collect. This will prolong heal, and cause infections.
Pretty cool merch on the website there. Not too expensive either. :) Was thinking about getting my navel piercing done.... but maybe there are so many cons. lol But there are lots of great navel jewelry.
The key with navel jewelry is avoid anything hang off it and make sure there are no sharp edges or points. It should fit comfortably inside your navel. Also pay attention to what the setting is made out of. Especially if you have metal sensativity.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Yeah i think you should always be aware with that, you don't want it to get caught on anything while it heals other wise it may become extra sore. Also i wear tight running pants for running that wouldn't be such a good idea to get one as it may get in the way...
@@BodyPiercingTattooing It seems that my bar is too short? The top ball is starting to sink into the skin and leave a little crater. I know the best advice would be go back to the piercer! But due to Covid the shop is closed until December 3rd. Should I change the bar to a longer one myself??
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Thank you for the advice. I have left it in but have a darker circle around the top ball! I have no symptoms of any thing and am still cleaning and salt soaking twice a day. Hoping nowt to be soooooo paranoid about!! 😎
i got mine 2-3 months ago and let me say i had a lil scare when i thought id have to give up on mine.. my piercer used a small (the standard 10mm) size bar and this was putting way too much pressure for me to heal. no room for swelling whatsoever, and she pierced through a decent amount of skin. i had these red circles around my piercing holes and they turned dark and ugly i hated it. it showed absolutely 0 bar and was difficult to clean because of the snug to perfect fit. then i bought a bigger bar and now (after 2 months) they’re completely gone, its super cute, and the swelling went down so i can see more of the bar. if you feel this describes you change it! but with gloves and sterilize everything. its better to heal with the proper jewelry.
I'm glad it all turned out well. Yes, it sounds like the jewelry wasn't long enough. I always suggest having the piercer change the jewelry during the healing. In fact, if they put in the wrong size, they should replace it for free.
I got my bellybutton about a week ago and my skin seems to be healing around the actual ball to the point where I have to push it up and out of my stomach. Does that seem normal? It's not infected but the size of the hole scares me
No that isn't normal and it sounds Lili e the jewelry maybe too small. See your piercer and have them take a look. You may need a longer or larger piece of.
Wait so a straight bar is better than a curved barbel? And if so do you think if I get it done my piercer will let me get that instead? I'd rather my piercing heal properly than make it look pretty
Usually it fades within a few minutes. The tenderness to touch can last a few weeks. If you are experiencing throbbing pain and discomfort, you need to see your piercer.
I am 55 years old and I am considering getting a naval piercing. But before I do, I will be losing some weight. I find this piercing very interesting. In the last 8 months I have got to piercing, helix and nose. My husband is supportive of what I am doing to my body. My question is: is someone my age, a good candidate for a naval piercing?
Thoughts on floating navel piercings? Body piercers online are saying it’s slightly better for people who have a belly but it does still come down to anatomy. I’m considering a navel piercing now because all the jewelry options are so cute. I’m just not sure if I want a regular navel or a floating navel.
Here's the thing when we were piercing with rings the piercing was done more inside the navel and at the angle that the "floating navel" is done at. The only real difference is that it is done with a curved barbell. The whole reason the angle moved more outside the navel is the popularity of curved barbells. The piercing should always be done to match the person's anatomy.
The placement and the jewelry that works. With floating navel you can wear rings, curved barbells and j bars. So in a way it is more open to different jewelry types. The only real negative thing I will say is I think it's a dumb name. It's kind of like making a cheese burger and calling it a dairy inspired hamburger.
I’ve heard from some people (no one professional) that you need a certain body type to have (skinny/ flat tummy) to have this piercing. Is this true or false because I want mine done and I’m not very skinny ?????
It depends more on the shape and size of the navel. In some cases being too skin can cause issues. Really the only way to know is see a piercer and have them take a look.
Hi, I got my navel pierced 2 days ago and on the search to educate myself i have noticed many different piercers recommend different ways to clean the piercing. Some say antibacterial soap, others sea salt soak, and saline solutions. My piercer told me to use a saline solution and that has been working for me but im curious to know what the difference is and if one method better than another. Thanks
This is an older video and my aftercare instructions have changed. I suggest using a sterile saline solution such as Neilmed Piercing Aftercare or Woundwash spray. The only time I suggest using anti-bacterial soap is when the area has been contaminated. Thank you for watching.
It is normally one of the least painful piercings we do. The trade off is it can be a difficult piercing to heal do to it's location. If you do get your navel pierced, good luck and let us know how it turns out.
🤦🏽♀️ I already went swimming with it I wasn’t told about this I’m just finding out now it looks fine it’s slightly red where the little bit of crust was but otherwise it’s no pain
Pro number 3 is only half the situation. Yes there are zillion options for curved barbells, but they are all 1.6mm, max 12mm long and the balls are almost without exception 5+8mm. 10mm balls: forget it longer banana bars with bling: forget it curvier bars (fuller bellies need like bars with a 110°/18mm diameter): you have to make it yourself from a regular slightly curved bar (30°) or a straight bar. thicker bars (2-3mm): forget it. So the zillion options is basically just catering pancake-stomach girls with a nice ridge. Not the other 90% of humankind.
Navel is usually one of the least painful piercings. If you are noticing discomfort more now, it might be clothing or movement. The good news is it will get better.
I have done piercing on 7th Feb, and after three days now it is red and swore with little bit pain whenever it get friction with my clothes and when I sit. Should I visit doctor??
i got my belly pierced around four days ago & it looks red , i don’t know if it’s irritated healing or infected but i’ve been cleaning it & being careful so i’m not sure
If you want to do the more traditional deeper piercing and not at an angle like you said is common now for curved barbells, will professionals do this (and know how to/ what the difference is)? And what type of jewelry would this use - straight barbell or a full ring?
Yes, they may not like it but if your navel is correctly shaped and they pierce to the shape of the navel, they shouldn't have an issue with it. In fact if your navel is deeper, you are going to have more success. The other option is a J Bar. Though most studios no longer stock them.
I’ve had my navel piercing for 10 + years now. I was a teen when I had it done, however in those long years I’ve put on a lot of weight and I also had a smaller bar for those years and realised.. I’ve got a crater formed on the top part of my ring, I’ve since sterilised and cleaned a longer bar and placed that in, but my question is, will that crater heal when I start loosing weight? I think where I’ve put on a lot of weight on my mid area the small bar has had no room and pushed into my skin. I don’t want to have to take out my navel jewellery and loose my piercing because I love it. Just wondering if that’s there now forever or if it will heal over in due time once I loose my weight slowly over the next year. x
Could you buy a new piece of jewelry that is longer so it will fit better? And then when you lose weight you could change it back out to the one you have? Idk tho just a thought :)
Hi I got my belly pierced last August. The piercing never gave me any problems until I was sleeping and snagged it really hard on accident. (I feel it is unfair that this 1mistake killed my piercing) It kept getting thinner and finally fell out in the shower. I want to get repierced but I don’t know when I should. The was two mounds when it ripped but they fused together and the skin is whole again. Now it’s trying to get lighter and just heal. I heard getting repierced hurts worse and they will have to go deeper. Should I just go back to my piercer whenever it heals? I have a feeling it won’t reject (I literally had 0 complications) but I just want to know how I should go about getting repierced
The main issue is that the scar tissue is thinner and less resistant to migration and rejection. Basically it can't support the piercing jewelry as well and if given a chance your body will push it out. The longer you wait for the tissue to strengthen, the better result you are going to have and the less sensitive the area will be. See your piercer and have them take a look.
What would you suggest for a re-piercing of the navel? I had it done well over 4 years ago now and it took it out about 3 years ago but it’s healed over since then.
Hello!! I just got my piercing done yesterday. I know it’s very early to be worried but I’ve noticed some bleeding maybe more than I expected. Is this normal? Should I get it checked out?
It's common to see some bleeding off and on for the first few days. Though if there is a lot of bleeding consider what maybe causing it. If it's first thing in the morning, you maybe sleeping on it. Or if it's when you wear a pair of jeans, they maybe causing the problem.
I got mine pierced about a month ago; it’s still quite red and has crust (no yellow or green pus.) Also, I’m able to slightly feel the bar through my skin. The skin near my piercing seems to now be darker in color as well (looks like a shadow.) Are these occurrences normal? I’m concerned that it could be rejecting.
Liz Welsh, I got my piercing done about 2 weeks ago and I have the same problem but it’s not red or anything, I can feel the bar thro my skin and my skin is darker near my piercing too... I was wondering how is yours now ??
I'd like to add; I had a navel piercing reject during covid and am getting it redone this week! I'm pretty convinced it was due to the vaccine (no anti-vaxers, not like that) taxing my immune system and then getting a nasty infection quite rapidly. It never occurred to me at the time, but be mindful of things that might have a similar effect on your immune response!
Had my belly button piercing done, but it got completely fucked up because I only have and wear high waisted trousers/jeans. Had to remove it and now have a bad scar :/
I just got my piercing last week. For a couple of days now I started to notice that my piercing is crooked and my flush on my skin. I’m kind of struggling on deciding either to leave it in or take it out and wait to pierce it again. It would be great to get some feed back from you .
Hi, I am Harley and I’m 14, I’ve been wanting to get my belly button pierced but I’ve been indecisive lol. Would you suggest I get one? I am very well cleaned, responsible, and I would love to have a belly button piercing I just can’t make a decision.
It is best to wait until you are done growing and developing. If you do it too young the piercing may not be in the correct place by the time you reach 21 or 22.
my Cartledge piercing rejected, had it done professionally, I want to get my naval done but is it likely to reject? I want to know before I commit to it, thanks!
Ideally certified biocompatible titanium. Depending on your anatomy the jewelry should be a curved post either with ends that fit the shape and size of the navel. The size that is most commonly used is 14g 7/16 but length can vary from 3/8 to 9/16.
I’m going to do this piercing on my self yes I know the risks but I’m doing it and I was wondering like during the healing process can you just put a big band-Aid on it to protector or that would cause too much friction
Thank you so much for sharing this information. I was getting so discouraged about my belly piercing.. my ball fell off 3 days ago and like 2 days later I had puss inside 😤 . I’ve been doing the water sea salt water socks , and the bactine spray , and also after I clean it I put triple antibiotic cream around the Entrance of the piercing . What else can I do ?
Can i still get one now? Iknow its almost Summer/Spring and i dont know if its a good idea to get one now. What do you think? should i get one now or get one after the summer??
It all comes down to swimming. If you don't plan on it, it should be fine. The only other concern would be organized competitive sports that prohibit piercings.
So I need help/advice. 3 years ago I pierced my navel and it stopped pussing and bleeding after a few months and I was almost at my 1 years mark when its supposed to be healed but I took the ring out before and the piercing closed up. Last year February I pierced it again and up to this very day it still pusses and bleed and crust. It was pierced through the same area the first piercing scarred. Idk if it's because of the size of the ball because the bottom ball is quite big but the bar has more room than the first whereas the first I had a bump... or if its because its pierced through scar tissue but I don't think it should still be doing this should it? I use saline solution spray on it.
It's hard to say without seeing the piercing first hand. My guess is either the jewelry is possibly moving to much or is too heavy. Also the most common source of issues with navel is clothing especially the high waisted mom jeans.
as a trans man, i’ve been considering getting this but worried it’ll make me dysphoric :( i have 11 facial piercings but i’m most insecure abt my body so idk if i’ll like it as much on me. love love love how it looks on other people tho!!
Hello, So I'm planning on getting my navel piercing done soon ... I'm confused as to get a curved barbell or a ring! What type of jewellery would you recommend for a faster healing ?
I'm want to get mine pierced and I set an appointment next week but I'm worried, you said you can't go in water at all. What's the shortest amount of time would you recommend that you have to wait until you can? If 2-3 weeks long enough if its sea for a short amount of time?
I got mine done about 8 months ago and it fell out recently and I put it back in and cleaned it but now hurts like crap so I’m thinking about just letting it close any suggestions anyone ?
As always it is best to see your piercer and take a look at it. My guess is that the jewelry being put back in dislodged the piercing and the healing has started over. The pain is concerning. My biggest worry is that it is infected. Which is why I suggest having your piercer take a look.
I’m only 14 but I really want mine done but I’m scared of the future if I decide to have kids or not that might effect it. Would u have to take it out and let it grow back or what?
I generally suggest removing the jewelry. Even if you wear it through the whole pregnancy and may not be in the best place when you have the child. The body changes a lot. That said, I'm guessing that you are not planning on having a child in the near future. Get the piercing and enjoy it until thst time in your life comes.
I think you are asking about a upper ear cartilage piercing. They keep renaming the same piercing and often incorrectly. Where is the piercing located?
hey I have a question! I got mine done yesterday and I noticed I cannot clean part of the bottom bar of my piercing, does it get easier as the days progress or is it that my earring is too short?
I got my bellybutton pierced yesterday and I can sleep on my stomach already without any pain. Do I still need to stop sleeping on my stomach or can I sleep on my stomach if it isn’t painful?
I have heard that certain belly button types can't be pierced. I was wondering what types of those are and how would you know which one you have to determine if you would be able to get pierced?
With any piercing, you either have the anatomy or you don't. With navel, if the navel is an outtie or too shallow. An experienced piercer can take a quick look and normally know if you can have that piercing or not.
I’ve had my belly done for 3 years and I keep getting a keloid on the top of the bigger ball not too sure how to treat it I’ve used medicated creams for it from the doctors but once I use it,it usually gets bigger and more inflamed.I have so many piercings including nipple piercings and I have no problems with them but I feel like at this stage I just want to take it out.Hope you can help me! 😃😃
To get rid of it, you need to remove the cause. Without seeing it first hand its impossible to say what is causing the issue. It would be best to see your piercer and have them take a look. The most common causes are trauma from sleeping on the piercing, wearing high waisted jeans or pants and jewelry that has things dangling from them.
Thank you!I have contacted him about it already and sent pictures,I don’t wear a dangling piece of jewelry and I’m nearly out of the house to wear high waist jeans😆but maybe it’s the sleeping...I wanted to ask if I have a keloid and the bar is too short(it is a normal sized bar but because of the big bump on)should I enquirer to get a longer bar to maybe let it rest a little more.And I’ve heard tea tree is good for them not sure if that’s true or not??😬😬
The jewelry being too tight can cause issues. Changing the jewelry may cause it to go away. I'm not a fan of tea tree oil. It can help to remove scar tissue but until you remove the cause of the scar tissue, it will continue to get worse and tea tree oil can make it worse.
I’ve had mine pierced for years and I wear high waisted stuff all the time! Once it’s healed it shouldn’t be a problem. Keep in mind though if you’re wearing thin and/or tight high waisted pants (like leggings) or shirts you may see little bumps where your piercing is.
That's why I don't suggest high wasted pants, they cause abuse to the piercing which leads to bumps. Mainly stiffer materials like jeans. Softer materials like leggings, are not going to cause as many issues.
I was watching this video and I have a question so I had an allergic reaction when I got mine done and so I just took it out it closed in like 1 day. Can I get it repierced?
So I have an outie, but the piercer I went to said the only possibility I could get pierced if I gained weight so there would be more space to pierce since I’m also a bit skinny. My belly button looks like a vertical slit with a small outie in the middle. (And I do not plan on piercing the outie itself lol.) I was wondering if gaining weight for it would be worth it? I’m going to a second piercer in a month after I’ve hopefully gained enough weight to get a second opinion, because from friends and those I know who’ve been pierced locally, that piercer is said to have a good professionalism. Thanks 👍 💕
It is always hard to say without seeing the area first hand. Gaining weight might losen the tissue a bit but it has more to do with lobe being formed enough and there being room for the jewelry. You might want to consider getting a floating navel.
Regardless of your weight it all comes down to anatomy. I have done navel piercings on people of all shapes and sizes. If it helps motivate you to be more healthy even better. Good luck and know you can do it.
How long do you have to wait to go to the beach/swimming pool after having done the navel ? + Is it normal that after doing it there's no blood or serum coming out and it's not even swollen or red ?
It is more about the pressure and rubbing than anything. So covering the piercing really isn't going to make a difference. The worst case is wearing Mon jeans like it's 1983.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing unfortunately I only wear “mom jeans” is there any way I could avoid that tension? Btw love how quickly you respond to questions 😇
Oh also want snake bites really bad I know all the risks but my parents said they would kick me out if I did....lol (don’t know if that’s a bluff or not). It’s sad because I know I would be a lot happier with a snake bite piercing (just the dots) than a naval piercing which they actually accept. So how do u convince someone that facial piercings are not as bad/dramatic as they think?
I want to get my navel piercing done, but I had surgery to get two hernias taken out. I have scar tissue in that area, and got this surgery years ago. Could I still get mine pierced?
hi!!! i also had hernia surgeries on my belly button. MAKE SURE your piercer knows that!!! i’m not sure if you’ve already gotten it done. but make sure your piercer is aware and pays attention to you. the shop i went to was soooo good. all 4 piercers stopped what the were doing (they weren’t with other clients) and came over to make sure it was in the proper place!! it depends on how much scar tissue there is, etc. but it is possible!! just make sure they know and they look at it before they do it :)) i hope this helped!!
Im planning on getting a naval piercing soon but im just worried about it rejecting, will that stilll be a major possibility if I am taking proper care of it?
The key to avoiding rejection is placement and correct jewelry. As pso having the correct anatomy. Find a skilled and well experienced piercer is the first step towards avoiding issues.
What should I do if I have scarring on my nipple piercings but the piercings are still healing? They got pretty snagged and dried out and looked really rough for a long time because I went swimming in the ocean for a bachelorette party. They still look pretty rough, and it’s been like three months. Any advice? Also thanks for the video. I am getting my navel done soon :)
Hi. I'm thinking of getting a navel piercing, but I'm afraid that in the long run if I decide I do not want it anymore and take it out the scarring will be very obvious. Is the navel very prone to obvious/ deep scarring and often a case of people that do go through with this piercing?
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Something about you is just so comforting 😭😭
Thank you. It's years of working with clients and helping them through the piercing process.
my dad finally opened up to letting me get a piercing and i’m bingeing a lot of your content deciding what piercing i really want. you have such a teacher voice, it’s somewhat comforting :) thank you for making so much content !!
You are welcome and good luck with the piercing you decide on. Glad to be a part of your decision and thank you for watching.
i'm gonna go shopping to try some low waist clothing cuz this is my main problem: i only use high waisted, bc of fashion and insecurities
I think you are going to find that they are more comfortable and reduces issues.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing thank u for the Feedback. I’ve been binge watching ur channel for days ahahahah u’re amazing
You're welcome and thank you for watching. I'm glad that you are finding the videos helpful.
i got mine pierced about an hour ago, 10/10 pain. almost passed out and it still kinda hurts afterwards. i didn’t have that much skin to work with since im skinny as hell but it still looks good. i’ll probably update this on how the healing process goes.
next day: hasn’t been hurting much. sore to the touch. cleaned it when i woke up and cleaned it when i took a shower. used unscented soap and the saline salt after. a tiny bit red around the top ball but looks good on the bottom.
how is it now?
update?
@@rose-qk7mf its doing good! still healing. was sore for about a week, it never gets caught on anything and its easy to clean.
Congratulations on your new piercing and thank you for sharing your experience and watching.
Sounds like that was a first piercing lol.
I'm planning to get a belly piercing and I'm so tensed. I'm binging on these videos. I'm not scared about the pain but I'm scared about the after reaction 😢
so i’ve had mine for 5 months and i’ll tell h about my experience, so it didn’t hurt at all and was a little swollen and red after, it was sore for a week and a few days, after that I had the little white puss which is regular, I still get some of that now and there. I still get crusties but not as much as the first 2 months but those are ok not painful or anything. I feel like mine had migrated a little bit to the left but I might just be paranoid! if u have any questions feel free to ask me
It won't be nearly as bad as you think. If you take care of it, they usually heal fairly easily.
Thank you for sharing your experience and watching.
@Sofia Devine I got mine done yday and love it!!! But I've had 7 piercings and it was the sorest for me lol
My belly piercing did affect my clothes for sure I don’t wear jeans unless it’s cold or I have work just for comfort, I wore leggings and yoga pants for 6 months telling the ladies it helps, and I have the top and bottom pierced
Thank you for sharing your experience. Clothing choices are a big issue with navel piercings.
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I agree on all your points. I had mine done 8 months ago. Not painful at all--other than snagging occasionally it's one of easiest ones I've had. There were a couple of times I used a piece of that breathable 'surgical tape' over the top at night to keep it from snagging on sheets or a blanket.
Tape will work and I've had clients that have used it in the past. The only thing is to be careful and make sure the adhesive doesn't get on the piercing or the jewelry.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Yep, I just made it a kind of bridge from the top to bottom and letting it shield the area. My first jewelry was a pronged jewel and it tended to snag. So now I have a little devil heart (that snags sometimes) but it goes with a devil/moon tattoo I have on my stomach. I wanted a 'theme'.
@@extractdigit See, those aren't nearly as bad as the charmed and dangle ones. I still only stock the basic gem ball style, and it is what I suggest for long term wear. They don't get caught as often and no sharp edges to dig into the inside of your navel.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing I'm 60 and have only done 'hard core' piercing the last two years--the dangly stuff is great for teens but it never captured my interest. I keep the dangles for the ear lobe piercings.
Wow It's amazing that you still reply to new comments. Amazing work dude!
I’m getting mine on the 19th of March 2021 and now I’m excited
Good luck and let us know how it turns out.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing will do 💫
that's my birthday and I'm planning on getting it done the same day :))
I get mines on the 23rd 😭
GOOD LUCK
I got mine on the 19th too!
I got mine piercing in 2019. It didn’t hurt that bad. Perhaps at least a 4-5/10 for me. It healed fine but got a bit irritated halfway through. I took care of it and it healed well afterwards. It did move down a little bit though and left a tiny scar above it but you can’t see it unless you lift the piercing. But I do not regret getting it at all and I love it so much☺️☺️
Got mines done last week ❤️ hope it heals well
Congratulations on your new piercing and good luck. If you take care of the piercing, you shouldn't have issues.
Getting mine done tomorrow!
Good luck and let us know how it turns out.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing when is it a good time to start back exercising after getting a navel piercing, basically how long do I have to wait before exercising again.
Im getting mine done today and your video helped me so much! Thank you 😊
You're welcome and good luck with your piercing. Thank you for watching.
I have mine done and it’s taken about a year to fully heal but that’s because my skin is sensitive to metals, The healing process was not bad but would spike in pain sometimes but that’s gonna be every piercing🤷🏽♀️I absolutely love it and I love it being hide-able cause conservative family and whatnot.
Thank you for sharing your experience and watching.
got mine done jan 2018 it took 8 monts to heal i got it done from a friend that is almost fully trained to be a body piercer. i wore high wasted jeans a lot...it hurt and it still gets sore if i wear those type of pants a lot. it migrated a bit. it was very painful for me,more painful that my septum wish i didnt feel at all..but i love it now
Yes, the high waisted pants are the sworn enemies of navel piercings. In fact, I think that the low wasted hip hugger Jean fashion of the late 90s had more to do with the popularity of navel piercings than anything.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing yupp but for the first few days i just wore sweat pants haha so it worked out fine
Yeah the rubbing prolongs healing, damages jewelry and the piercing and can cause all kind of issues. In fact, I've heard a number of horror stories over the years of the jewelry catching on the pants, the person sitting down and the piercing tearing.
It's why I always mention it in my Pre-piercing consultation and advise against them during the healing and even afterwards.
I wanted to pierce both the top and the bottom of my navel but after watching your video and hearing your suggestions of what not to do I realized it might not the the best piercing to get. I have a cat that sleeps with me, mostly high waisted jeans and skirts, stomach/side sleeper. Thank you for this amazing video .
Im glad you found this video informative! Thank you for watching.
Same! I'm Still going to do ut but i'm going to change My habits ,also luckily enough i can pretty much fall asleep in any position so i can just sleep in My back and i have enough xlothes that aren't high waisted and crop tops /baggy shirts
As a piercer a majority of what I try to stress is that healing a piercing is a commitment. If you are prepared for that, healing is so much easier.
i was super iffy about getting mine. bc of rejection and stuff but i feel as if i have the perfect anatomy for it. im getting it done tomorrow. wish me luck!
update. got it! completely painless for me and its not even sore or red right now!
@@cloudz9330 That's great! How did it heal?? I'm thinking of getting one this month.
The navel is one of the least painful piercings to get done. Though healing can be difficult because of the location makes it hard to isolate.
i finally got one yesterday and let’s just say it was a struggle to push the needle through considering it was 14g and i don’t have much loose skin on my stomach, it took around 15 seconds but the pain wasn’t unbearable….i almost passed out twice though from what i presume to be the adrenaline. still nowhere near as bad as my industrial which had the same issue getting the 14g in, thankfully the naval piercing pain wasn’t as sharp as a cartilage piercing is or else i would probably fully passed out on the spot.
Very helpful i just recently got my belly ring and i was so concerned about the healing process
Congratulations on your new piercing!!! This is an older video and the aftercare information maybe outdated. For current information watch this video - ruclips.net/video/CgtE2a92Gpc/видео.html
I've got a reverse navel piercing. Had it for 13 years and its done great! Better than the top.
It all comes down to your anatomy. With some people, the lobe is more pronounced on the bottom but for a majority of people, there is no loose tissue at all. Making the piercing basically a surface to surface piercing.
Have to stop sleeping on my piercing then! Thank you so much for the advice ☺️ love your VIDEOS 🤎👍
Yes, you don't really realize how much trauma you are causing.
I’ve been considering getting it done but I always wear my pants as (high waisted) and I just don’t want to decide on it then get told I’m to fat to get it 😭
The pants would be a bigger issue then weight. It really comes down to the shape of your navel and your anatomy.
Your weight isn’t usually the deciding factor of whether or not you could get it. It’s more the shape and anatomy like he mentioned. There are skinny ppl who can’t get it simply bc the shape of their navel doesn’t suit the piercing
I got mine pierced March 7th so last month and the pain I would say I am really trying to keep it clean cause I don’t want to go through the pain again. I hear that scar tissue hurts worse than the first time. The first couple days I forgot it was there. Then like 2 weeks after it hurt to bend it hurt to touch it for me to clean it it just was a lot of pain. Now the crustys subsided and it doesn’t hurt unless I accidentally lean on it for to long when I’m sitting down. But I think it’s cute and I love it. It took a long of convincing for me to get it done because I’m on the bigger side. Im on a weight loss journey and I hope it won’t affect the piercing.
It shouldn't have hurt when you clean it. How were you cleaning it?
@@BodyPiercingTattooing I take wound wash put some on a q tip and clean around the piercing
This was so helpful! Thank you for the info
You are welcome and thank you for watching.
I got mine done yesterday and my piercer told me to keep moving it so it doesn't get attached to the skin. Am I actually supposed to do this?
No do not move the piercing. It increases the risk to infection and prolongs healing. What else did they suggest?
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Using vitamin A&D ointment or coconut oil while it's healing
@@aashitamishra993 I do not suggest using any petroleum basic products when healing a piercing at all. They dont allow the piercing to discharge, block the flow of oxygen and create a film for contaminates to collect. This will prolong heal, and cause infections.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Is it okay if I do the sea salt soak?
@@aashitamishra993 hot Soaks with warm distilled water and sea salt twice daily for ten minutes is what I suggest.
Pretty cool merch on the website there. Not too expensive either. :) Was thinking about getting my navel piercing done.... but maybe there are so many cons. lol But there are lots of great navel jewelry.
The key with navel jewelry is avoid anything hang off it and make sure there are no sharp edges or points. It should fit comfortably inside your navel. Also pay attention to what the setting is made out of. Especially if you have metal sensativity.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Yeah i think you should always be aware with that, you don't want it to get caught on anything while it heals other wise it may become extra sore. Also i wear tight running pants for running that wouldn't be such a good idea to get one as it may get in the way...
Thank you so much for all the advice! Got my navel done today and looking forward to hopefully happy healing!! 😎
You're welcome, good luck with your piercing and let us know how it turns out.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing It seems that my bar is too short? The top ball is starting to sink into the skin and leave a little crater. I know the best advice would be go back to the piercer! But due to Covid the shop is closed until December 3rd. Should I change the bar to a longer one myself??
For the time being I would leave it be. Mainly because I would have to be able to get the longer bar in.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Thank you for the advice. I have left it in but have a darker circle around the top ball! I have no symptoms of any thing and am still cleaning and salt soaking twice a day. Hoping nowt to be soooooo paranoid about!! 😎
Give it time and hopefully it will improve. You're welcome, glad to help and thank you for watching.
Thank you so much for this information!
You are welcome and thank you for watching.
i got mine 2-3 months ago and let me say i had a lil scare when i thought id have to give up on mine.. my piercer used a small (the standard 10mm) size bar and this was putting way too much pressure for me to heal. no room for swelling whatsoever, and she pierced through a decent amount of skin. i had these red circles around my piercing holes and they turned dark and ugly i hated it. it showed absolutely 0 bar and was difficult to clean because of the snug to perfect fit. then i bought a bigger bar and now (after 2 months) they’re completely gone, its super cute, and the swelling went down so i can see more of the bar. if you feel this describes you change it! but with gloves and sterilize everything. its better to heal with the proper jewelry.
I'm glad it all turned out well. Yes, it sounds like the jewelry wasn't long enough. I always suggest having the piercer change the jewelry during the healing. In fact, if they put in the wrong size, they should replace it for free.
I want one but all my pants are high waisted because they're the only ones that fit.
Yes, high waisted traditional waste lines and piercings don't do well together.
Me too, but now since my piercing is 2 days old i need to find lower pants
I got my bellybutton about a week ago and my skin seems to be healing around the actual ball to the point where I have to push it up and out of my stomach. Does that seem normal? It's not infected but the size of the hole scares me
No that isn't normal and it sounds Lili e the jewelry maybe too small. See your piercer and have them take a look. You may need a longer or larger piece of.
Wait so a straight bar is better than a curved barbel? And if so do you think if I get it done my piercer will let me get that instead? I'd rather my piercing heal properly than make it look pretty
No, No, No a curved barbell is the best option.
How long does the pain last?I got mine done a week ago and i can still feel the pain
Usually it fades within a few minutes. The tenderness to touch can last a few weeks. If you are experiencing throbbing pain and discomfort, you need to see your piercer.
mine hurt for two weeks
Hurting all the time is not normal but contact with the piercing causing pain isn't.
I am 55 years old and I am considering getting a naval piercing. But before I do, I will be losing some weight. I find this piercing very interesting. In the last 8 months I have got to piercing, helix and nose. My husband is supportive of what I am doing to my body. My question is: is someone my age, a good candidate for a naval piercing?
Not really it all comes down to your anatomy. Also which is going to work best for you as far as placement.
Dis you get it? I'm sure you love it. I got my nipples done today at 44 and planning for belly button in a few weeks
Thoughts on floating navel piercings? Body piercers online are saying it’s slightly better for people who have a belly but it does still come down to anatomy. I’m considering a navel piercing now because all the jewelry options are so cute. I’m just not sure if I want a regular navel or a floating navel.
Here's the thing when we were piercing with rings the piercing was done more inside the navel and at the angle that the "floating navel" is done at. The only real difference is that it is done with a curved barbell.
The whole reason the angle moved more outside the navel is the popularity of curved barbells. The piercing should always be done to match the person's anatomy.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Thank you for always answering!
Is there anything else different between a regular navel and a floating navel?
The placement and the jewelry that works. With floating navel you can wear rings, curved barbells and j bars. So in a way it is more open to different jewelry types.
The only real negative thing I will say is I think it's a dumb name. It's kind of like making a cheese burger and calling it a dairy inspired hamburger.
I’ve heard from some people (no one professional) that you need a certain body type to have (skinny/ flat tummy) to have this piercing. Is this true or false because I want mine done and I’m not very skinny ?????
It depends more on the shape and size of the navel. In some cases being too skin can cause issues. Really the only way to know is see a piercer and have them take a look.
Hi, I got my navel pierced 2 days ago and on the search to educate myself i have noticed many different piercers recommend different ways to clean the piercing. Some say antibacterial soap, others sea salt soak, and saline solutions. My piercer told me to use a saline solution and that has been working for me but im curious to know what the difference is and if one method better than another. Thanks
This is an older video and my aftercare instructions have changed. I suggest using a sterile saline solution such as Neilmed Piercing Aftercare or Woundwash spray. The only time I suggest using anti-bacterial soap is when the area has been contaminated. Thank you for watching.
I just got my belly pierced last week.. I plan on going on a vacation in July. Can a waterproof bandage work if I ever get in the ocean??
A water proof bandage may reduce contact but the risk of contamination are still high. The bandages can fail especially with long term exposure.
My hubby really wants me to get one but I put it off. I'm wondering how much it would hurt.. I have a tongue piercing and a lebret piercing
It is normally one of the least painful piercings we do. The trade off is it can be a difficult piercing to heal do to it's location. If you do get your navel pierced, good luck and let us know how it turns out.
🤦🏽♀️ I already went swimming with it I wasn’t told about this I’m just finding out now it looks fine it’s slightly red where the little bit of crust was but otherwise it’s no pain
Keep a close eye on the piercing. If it worsens or doesn't improve see your piercer or doctor.
Pro number 3 is only half the situation. Yes there are zillion options for curved barbells, but they are all 1.6mm, max 12mm long and the balls are almost without exception 5+8mm.
10mm balls: forget it
longer banana bars with bling: forget it
curvier bars (fuller bellies need like bars with a 110°/18mm diameter): you have to make it yourself from a regular slightly curved bar (30°) or a straight bar.
thicker bars (2-3mm): forget it.
So the zillion options is basically just catering pancake-stomach girls with a nice ridge. Not the other 90% of humankind.
I just got my navel and nose pierced today. The navel was less painful during and it's more painful hours after
Navel is usually one of the least painful piercings. If you are noticing discomfort more now, it might be clothing or movement. The good news is it will get better.
I have done piercing on 7th Feb, and after three days now it is red and swore with little bit pain whenever it get friction with my clothes and when I sit. Should I visit doctor??
This sounds like a normal reaction to the trauma caused by the piercing. However if it worsens or doesn't improve, see your piercer.
Watching this after i already got this done
i got my belly pierced around four days ago & it looks red , i don’t know if it’s irritated healing or infected but i’ve been cleaning it & being careful so i’m not sure
It is not uncommon for there to be redness as a reaction to the trauma of the piercing. If it doesn't improve or worsens see your piercer asap.
If you want to do the more traditional deeper piercing and not at an angle like you said is common now for curved barbells, will professionals do this (and know how to/ what the difference is)? And what type of jewelry would this use - straight barbell or a full ring?
Yes, they may not like it but if your navel is correctly shaped and they pierce to the shape of the navel, they shouldn't have an issue with it. In fact if your navel is deeper, you are going to have more success. The other option is a J Bar. Though most studios no longer stock them.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Awesome! Thank you so much for the quick and thorough reply!
I’ve had my navel piercing for 10 + years now. I was a teen when I had it done, however in those long years I’ve put on a lot of weight and I also had a smaller bar for those years and realised.. I’ve got a crater formed on the top part of my ring, I’ve since sterilised and cleaned a longer bar and placed that in, but my question is, will that crater heal when I start loosing weight? I think where I’ve put on a lot of weight on my mid area the small bar has had no room and pushed into my skin.
I don’t want to have to take out my navel jewellery and loose my piercing because I love it.
Just wondering if that’s there now forever or if it will heal over in due time once I loose my weight slowly over the next year. x
It may. I'm guessing there is some tearing or splitting of the tissue caused by the pressure of the smaller jewelry.
Could you buy a new piece of jewelry that is longer so it will fit better? And then when you lose weight you could change it back out to the one you have? Idk tho just a thought :)
Hi I got my belly pierced last August. The piercing never gave me any problems until I was sleeping and snagged it really hard on accident. (I feel it is unfair that this 1mistake killed my piercing) It kept getting thinner and finally fell out in the shower. I want to get repierced but I don’t know when I should. The was two mounds when it ripped but they fused together and the skin is whole again. Now it’s trying to get lighter and just heal. I heard getting repierced hurts worse and they will have to go deeper. Should I just go back to my piercer whenever it heals? I have a feeling it won’t reject (I literally had 0 complications) but I just want to know how I should go about getting repierced
The main issue is that the scar tissue is thinner and less resistant to migration and rejection. Basically it can't support the piercing jewelry as well and if given a chance your body will push it out.
The longer you wait for the tissue to strengthen, the better result you are going to have and the less sensitive the area will be. See your piercer and have them take a look.
I want to get it done so badly but I'm a swimmer and I cant really miss that much practice idk what to do
What would you suggest for a re-piercing of the navel? I had it done well over 4 years ago now and it took it out about 3 years ago but it’s healed over since then.
It shouldn't be an issue. As long as the piercing was healthy when you removed the jewelry.
I got a belly piercing and I wanted to know what would be the best jewelry material to use?
The most biocompatible is implant grade Titanium. Though if you don't have any metal sensitivity implant grade surgical stainless steel would be fine.
Can I exercise regularly or do I have to lose my gains for awhile?
Thanks for all the information! You’re very funny 🤣😅♥️
Hello!! I just got my piercing done yesterday. I know it’s very early to be worried but I’ve noticed some bleeding maybe more than I expected. Is this normal? Should I get it checked out?
It's common to see some bleeding off and on for the first few days. Though if there is a lot of bleeding consider what maybe causing it. If it's first thing in the morning, you maybe sleeping on it. Or if it's when you wear a pair of jeans, they maybe causing the problem.
I got mine pierced about a month ago; it’s still quite red and has crust (no yellow or green pus.) Also, I’m able to slightly feel the bar through my skin. The skin near my piercing seems to now be darker in color as well (looks like a shadow.) Are these occurrences normal? I’m concerned that it could be rejecting.
It's hard to say without seeing the piercing first hand. I would suggest seeing your piercer and have them take a look.
Liz Welsh, I got my piercing done about 2 weeks ago and I have the same problem but it’s not red or anything, I can feel the bar thro my skin and my skin is darker near my piercing too... I was wondering how is yours now ??
I just got mine done yesterday. I don’t see too much of the bar at the bottom of my piercing. What should I do?
I'd like to add; I had a navel piercing reject during covid and am getting it redone this week! I'm pretty convinced it was due to the vaccine (no anti-vaxers, not like that) taxing my immune system and then getting a nasty infection quite rapidly. It never occurred to me at the time, but be mindful of things that might have a similar effect on your immune response!
There are a lot of things that can lead to a piercing rejecting. Good luck and let us hope that you are more successful this time.
I got my navel a month ago, still learning about how to properly take care if it 😅
Really it's all about isolating the piercing and saline spray like neilmed piercing aftercare or wound wash spray twice daily.
Had my belly button piercing done, but it got completely fucked up because I only have and wear high waisted trousers/jeans.
Had to remove it and now have a bad scar :/
They should have informed you about the issue with pants. Sorry that it didn't work out for you. Thank you for sharing your experience.
how long to wait til you can go swimming ?
Until the piercing is healed.
I just got my piercing last week. For a couple of days now I started to notice that my piercing is crooked and my flush on my skin. I’m kind of struggling on deciding either to leave it in or take it out and wait to pierce it again. It would be great to get some feed back from you .
Hey! what ever happened to your piercing?
Would i be able to pad up my piercing so im able to wear high waisted pants? So perhaps with a bandaid and some cotton pads?
Not really it is basically the pressure combined with the rubbing that cause the issue. No amount of padding is going to avoid that.
Hi, I am Harley and I’m 14, I’ve been wanting to get my belly button pierced but I’ve been indecisive lol. Would you suggest I get one? I am very well cleaned, responsible, and I would love to have a belly button piercing I just can’t make a decision.
It is best to wait until you are done growing and developing. If you do it too young the piercing may not be in the correct place by the time you reach 21 or 22.
my Cartledge piercing rejected, had it done professionally, I want to get my naval done but is it likely to reject? I want to know before I commit to it, thanks!
Neither of those should reject if you have the anatomy to support them and they are done correctly with proper jewelry.
What type of metal and jewelry size is best to pick for a navel piercing?
Ideally certified biocompatible titanium. Depending on your anatomy the jewelry should be a curved post either with ends that fit the shape and size of the navel. The size that is most commonly used is 14g 7/16 but length can vary from 3/8 to 9/16.
Would it still heal correctly if I put a bandaid over it while at work?
There really isn't a reason to and it would be best not to.
I’m going to do this piercing on my self yes I know the risks but I’m doing it and I was wondering like during the healing process can you just put a big band-Aid on it to protector or that would cause too much friction
Thank you so much for sharing this information. I was getting so discouraged about my belly piercing.. my ball fell off 3 days ago and like 2 days later I had puss inside 😤 . I’ve been doing the water sea salt water socks , and the bactine spray , and also after I clean it I put triple antibiotic cream around the Entrance of the piercing . What else can I do ?
And it aces from time time and is very very sore
We currently suggest just using sterile saline spray like neilmed piercing aftercare or wound wash spray twice daily. Nothing else is needed.
What if you grow hair on your stomach and you have shave, will that be a problem?
You may want to avoid shaving while the piercing is healing. Otherwise it shouldn't be an issue.
Can i still get one now? Iknow its almost Summer/Spring and i dont know if its a good idea to get one now. What do you think? should i get one now or get one after the summer??
It all comes down to swimming. If you don't plan on it, it should be fine. The only other concern would be organized competitive sports that prohibit piercings.
So I need help/advice. 3 years ago I pierced my navel and it stopped pussing and bleeding after a few months and I was almost at my 1 years mark when its supposed to be healed but I took the ring out before and the piercing closed up. Last year February I pierced it again and up to this very day it still pusses and bleed and crust. It was pierced through the same area the first piercing scarred. Idk if it's because of the size of the ball because the bottom ball is quite big but the bar has more room than the first whereas the first I had a bump... or if its because its pierced through scar tissue but I don't think it should still be doing this should it? I use saline solution spray on it.
It's hard to say without seeing the piercing first hand. My guess is either the jewelry is possibly moving to much or is too heavy. Also the most common source of issues with navel is clothing especially the high waisted mom jeans.
as a trans man, i’ve been considering getting this but worried it’ll make me dysphoric :( i have 11 facial piercings but i’m most insecure abt my body so idk if i’ll like it as much on me. love love love how it looks on other people tho!!
There really is no way of knowing without doing it. If anything it will only make the area look better and maybe boost your confidence.
Hello,
So I'm planning on getting my navel piercing done soon ... I'm confused as to get a curved barbell or a ring! What type of jewellery would you recommend for a faster healing ?
In most cases a curved barbell is the best option. However, it depends on your anatomy.
I'm want to get mine pierced and I set an appointment next week but I'm worried, you said you can't go in water at all. What's the shortest amount of time would you recommend that you have to wait until you can? If 2-3 weeks long enough if its sea for a short amount of time?
4-6 weeks is the shortest. But ideally you’d want to avoid any water for 6-8 weeks after getting it done.
I don't suggest swimming until the piercing is completely healed. It is an open wound and the water is filled with micrograms.
I got mine done about 8 months ago and it fell out recently and I put it back in and cleaned it but now hurts like crap so I’m thinking about just letting it close any suggestions anyone ?
As always it is best to see your piercer and take a look at it. My guess is that the jewelry being put back in dislodged the piercing and the healing has started over.
The pain is concerning. My biggest worry is that it is infected. Which is why I suggest having your piercer take a look.
I’m only 14 but I really want mine done but I’m scared of the future if I decide to have kids or not that might effect it. Would u have to take it out and let it grow back or what?
I generally suggest removing the jewelry. Even if you wear it through the whole pregnancy and may not be in the best place when you have the child. The body changes a lot.
That said, I'm guessing that you are not planning on having a child in the near future. Get the piercing and enjoy it until thst time in your life comes.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing k thx ☺️
You're welcome and thank you for watching.
I have a question about an outer conch piercing, are you able to help me with that?
I think you are asking about a upper ear cartilage piercing. They keep renaming the same piercing and often incorrectly. Where is the piercing located?
I wanna get mine done but I have an outie can I still get one?
It really depends on how much of an outie you have and if there is space for the jewelry.
hey I have a question! I got mine done yesterday and I noticed I cannot clean part of the bottom bar of my piercing, does it get easier as the days progress or is it that my earring is too short?
It should be fine and the jewelry should loosen as the swelling goes down.
I’ve had my piercing for three weeks and just today there is waterish blood coming out what should I do
It's hard to say without seeing the piercing first hand. It would be best to see your piercer.
I got my bellybutton pierced yesterday and I can sleep on my stomach already without any pain.
Do I still need to stop sleeping on my stomach or can I sleep on my stomach if it isn’t painful?
Just because it does not hurt doesn't mean that it isn't causing trauma to the piercing.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Oke thank you.
You're welcome and thank you for watching.
I have heard that certain belly button types can't be pierced. I was wondering what types of those are and how would you know which one you have to determine if you would be able to get pierced?
With any piercing, you either have the anatomy or you don't. With navel, if the navel is an outtie or too shallow. An experienced piercer can take a quick look and normally know if you can have that piercing or not.
I’ve had my belly done for 3 years and I keep getting a keloid on the top of the bigger ball not too sure how to treat it I’ve used medicated creams for it from the doctors but once I use it,it usually gets bigger and more inflamed.I have so many piercings including nipple piercings and I have no problems with them but I feel like at this stage I just want to take it out.Hope you can help me! 😃😃
To get rid of it, you need to remove the cause. Without seeing it first hand its impossible to say what is causing the issue. It would be best to see your piercer and have them take a look.
The most common causes are trauma from sleeping on the piercing, wearing high waisted jeans or pants and jewelry that has things dangling from them.
Thank you!I have contacted him about it already and sent pictures,I don’t wear a dangling piece of jewelry and I’m nearly out of the house to wear high waist jeans😆but maybe it’s the sleeping...I wanted to ask if I have a keloid and the bar is too short(it is a normal sized bar but because of the big bump on)should I enquirer to get a longer bar to maybe let it rest a little more.And I’ve heard tea tree is good for them not sure if that’s true or not??😬😬
The jewelry being too tight can cause issues. Changing the jewelry may cause it to go away.
I'm not a fan of tea tree oil. It can help to remove scar tissue but until you remove the cause of the scar tissue, it will continue to get worse and tea tree oil can make it worse.
Ok great,thank you so much for the information!😃
Will it be ok if after the piercing I go to a dance lesson or stretch?
It all depends on your comfort level. The piercing will be tender to the touch and some movements will cause discomfort. This fades after a few days.
Why not wait for a week at minimum, all things need time to heal
I’ve lost over 50lbs and have another 50 to go. Should I wait until I am closer to goal weight before getting a navel piercing done?
Yes it is best to wait until you are at your established weight. Mainly to make sure that the piercing placement matches your anatomy.
Would it be a problem if I use a straight bar instead of a curved bar for my navel?
Yes it would cause outward pressure that could cause the piercing to start to reject.
Hello, so will I ever be able to wear high waisted jeans when my navel piercing's gonna be completely healed?
It really depends on the jewelry and the placement of the piercing. Also where the waste band is and how much rubbing and trauma it causes.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing Thanks a lot.
I’ve had mine pierced for years and I wear high waisted stuff all the time! Once it’s healed it shouldn’t be a problem.
Keep in mind though if you’re wearing thin and/or tight high waisted pants (like leggings) or shirts you may see little bumps where your piercing is.
That's why I don't suggest high wasted pants, they cause abuse to the piercing which leads to bumps. Mainly stiffer materials like jeans. Softer materials like leggings, are not going to cause as many issues.
I was watching this video and I have a question so I had an allergic reaction when I got mine done and so I just took it out it closed in like 1 day. Can I get it repierced?
So I have an outie, but the piercer I went to said the only possibility I could get pierced if I gained weight so there would be more space to pierce since I’m also a bit skinny. My belly button looks like a vertical slit with a small outie in the middle. (And I do not plan on piercing the outie itself lol.) I was wondering if gaining weight for it would be worth it? I’m going to a second piercer in a month after I’ve hopefully gained enough weight to get a second opinion, because from friends and those I know who’ve been pierced locally, that piercer is said to have a good professionalism. Thanks 👍 💕
It is always hard to say without seeing the area first hand. Gaining weight might losen the tissue a bit but it has more to do with lobe being formed enough and there being room for the jewelry. You might want to consider getting a floating navel.
What about weight I'm around 250 pound and I want to get one do I need to lose weight to get one please answer thank you
Regardless of your weight it all comes down to anatomy. I have done navel piercings on people of all shapes and sizes. If it helps motivate you to be more healthy even better. Good luck and know you can do it.
When I sleep I put a giant bandaid on mine because I do sleep on my stomach even when I try not to is that ok?
It is more about the pressure on the piercing and a band aid is not going to help that.
Hi😬. Question Would it be okay to do yoga with a three day old piercing? Or any form of belly fat loss exercise & to what extent ?
Some movements are going to cause discomfort. You should also avoid contact or stress on the piercing for the whole healing period.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing oh I see, thank you for the feedback 🙂
You are welcome and thank you for watching.
How long do you have to wait to go to the beach/swimming pool after having done the navel ? + Is it normal that after doing it there's no blood or serum coming out and it's not even swollen or red ?
No swimming until it is completely healed 6 to 12 months. Everyone reacts differently, be happy your isn't red.
Can I wear high wasted clothes if I cover the piercing with gauze or something? Because that’s the only big drawback for me...
It is more about the pressure and rubbing than anything. So covering the piercing really isn't going to make a difference. The worst case is wearing Mon jeans like it's 1983.
@@BodyPiercingTattooing unfortunately I only wear “mom jeans” is there any way I could avoid that tension? Btw love how quickly you respond to questions 😇
Oh also want snake bites really bad I know all the risks but my parents said they would kick me out if I did....lol (don’t know if that’s a bluff or not). It’s sad because I know I would be a lot happier with a snake bite piercing (just the dots) than a naval piercing which they actually accept. So how do u convince someone that facial piercings are not as bad/dramatic as they think?
No not really. Especially during the healing.
I usually suggest writing a paper exploring the pros and cons to show that you have thought through the decision.
I want to get my navel piercing done, but I had surgery to get two hernias taken out. I have scar tissue in that area, and got this surgery years ago. Could I still get mine pierced?
Maybe it depends on the location of the scar and if the tissue is strong enough to support the piercing.
hi!!! i also had hernia surgeries on my belly button. MAKE SURE your piercer knows that!!! i’m not sure if you’ve already gotten it done. but make sure your piercer is aware and pays attention to you. the shop i went to was soooo good. all 4 piercers stopped what the were doing (they weren’t with other clients) and came over to make sure it was in the proper place!! it depends on how much scar tissue there is, etc. but it is possible!! just make sure they know and they look at it before they do it :)) i hope this helped!!
Thank you for sharing your experience and watching.
Im planning on getting a naval piercing soon but im just worried about it rejecting, will that stilll be a major possibility if I am taking proper care of it?
The key to avoiding rejection is placement and correct jewelry. As pso having the correct anatomy. Find a skilled and well experienced piercer is the first step towards avoiding issues.
any tips for the people who piercer their navel at home ?
What should I do if I have scarring on my nipple piercings but the piercings are still healing? They got pretty snagged and dried out and looked really rough for a long time because I went swimming in the ocean for a bachelorette party. They still look pretty rough, and it’s been like three months. Any advice?
Also thanks for the video. I am getting my navel done soon :)
See a piercer or medical professional. If you went swimming, it could be an abcess or cyst from an infection you got from swimming in the ocean.
Hi. I'm thinking of getting a navel piercing, but I'm afraid that in the long run if I decide I do not want it anymore and take it out the scarring will be very obvious. Is the navel very prone to obvious/ deep scarring and often a case of people that do go through with this piercing?
It really depends on how the piercing heals, and how long you have the piercing.
Navel is the jewel of woman. No need to hide it by a silly ring let alone disfigure it in the process!
Of course unless you wish to adorn your own body.
I just got mine done 2 weeks ago and he used a hoop why and it's still red but it has yellow clear crusting is this normal