“If you think you’re too old then you’re too old.” Some people definitely agree that a belly ring over 25 is trashy/tragic whilst others think that it’s fine but over 30 is cause for concern.
Regarding this, do you need a flat stomach for a belly button piercing?
It’s not a matter of can/can‘t, but rather should/shouldn’t. The shape of the navel doesn’t matter too much, any navel can be pierced if there is enough tissue depth to the skin available above or below the navel.
Keeping this in view, can you get a belly piercing if your fat?
Your size: Overweight people can get this piercing if they want, but it’s not recommended if your navel becomes covered over by skin and fat when you sit. That can suffocate the piercing and build up more sweat, which makes healing more difficult and is a breeding ground for bacteria.
How long should a belly ring be?
The Length of the bar is typically 7/16″, it is a little long to accommodate for any swelling, drainage, and healing. The navel piercing takes 6 – 8 months to heal, and the barbell should be left in for this time period. A professional Piercer can assess the piercing to determine if you need a shorter barbell.
What’s the best age to get a belly piercing?
So generally they look at 15–16 years of age I guess. Since a navel piercing requires a lot of personal care in its healing process and can be very dangerous if not healed properly, anyone who does that should know what they’re doing.
Do guys wear belly button rings?
Do men get their navels pierced? I used to be a body piercer (it was only a short time but prolific) and yes, men do get their navels pierced. I used to be a body piercer (it was only a short time but prolific) and yes, men do get their navels pierced.
Is belly button piercing permanent?
While ear piercings typically heal in 6 to 8 weeks, a belly button piercing is usually not fully healed for six months to a year (which is why many people suggest getting your piercing in the winter so you can show off the fully healed final product come beach season).
Can you wear high waisted jeans with a belly button piercing?
It is recommended that you do not wear high waisted jeans to your piercing appointment. … After you have your belly button pierced, high waisted jeans would compress the new, sore site and potentially snag your jewelry. This will only lengthen the healing time and may even cause permanent trauma to your skin.
Does belly button piercing hurt more if your fat?
Some heavy people are still able to get navel piercings because body size isn’t as key a factor as your configuration in the area of the piercing. However, the diminished blood supply caused by excess abdominal fat does make healing more difficult.
What can you not do after getting your bellybutton pierced?
During the healing process, you should do the following:
- Avoid hot tubs, pools, and lakes. Your wound can come into contact with bacteria in the water.
- Opt for clean, loose-fitting clothing. Tight garments can irritate the area and trap bacteria.
- Protect the piercing. …
- Avoid the sun to prevent sunburns.
Is it normal to feel the bar of your belly ring?
It is normal. Depending on the length of the bar, the amount of skin and any swelling the bar may not extend further than the length of the pierced hole. … If the piercing was pierced shallow, you will be able to feel it with just gently rubbing your fingers across the skin.
Why does my belly ring look crooked?
This happens most often with at-home piercings, where the initial piercing has a high likelihood of being crooked. Another possible cause is a severe infection or intense pulling on the piercing. If the skin inside the piercing is damaged, it can heal incorrectly.
Why does my belly ring turn sideways?
The tissue has contracted due to the absence of your bar. You may have taken the jewelry out too early, as some navel piercings can take a year (or more) to heal completely. Make sure your hands and the jewelry are clean, then spray your saline solution (you should have some) onto both entry and exit holes.
