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What is it Like Travelling Internationally With Piercings?

Most people with body jewelry don't think twice when traveling within the United States since piercings are prevalent stateside in nearly every area. That can change when you decide to travel internationally. Travelers who are considering an international journey typically take the time to research cultural norms and expectations as they pertain to food, behavior, and clothing. Travelers with piercings need to take these considerations a step further, since the international location may have specific rules about body jewelry. While...

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Why The Medusa Piercing is Trending and Why You’ll Want One

Whether you’re new to the world of body piercing or have been part of the community for some time, you’ve probably heard about one of the newest trending piercings to hit the scene. The medusa piercing has quickly become one of the most-requested piercing styles out there, especially for anyone looking for a stylish and unique way to express themselves.

What is a Medusa Piercing?

A medusa piercing, also known as a philtrum piercing, is located directly between...

Why Do People Get Piercings?

Why Do People Get Piercings?

Body piercing is a tradition that dates back thousands of years, spanning countless cultures and communities across the globe. But even though body piercing can be traced to ancient times, many people still wonder: Why do people get piercings? Like any form of self-expression, the reasons for getting a body piercing are as unique as the people who have them. Over the centuries, reasons for body piercings have ranged from cultural and religious beliefs to creative expression and personal style....

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Everything You Need to Know About Cartilage Piercings

If you’ve ever thought about getting a cartilage piercing, odds are you had plenty of questions on the topic. Cartilage piercings are one of the more popular styles of body piercing, especially because they are a versatile selection of piercings that can suit nearly any style and personality. Here’s a handy guide to everything you need to know about cartilage piercings, so you can decide which piercing is right for you.

What is a Cartilage Piercing?

Cartilage piercing is technically a broader category...

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Piercing Culture from Around the World

While some people may believe that body piercing is a trend first made popular by young people and the punk rock movement, it’s actually been a cultural practice and way of life for many world societies throughout the centuries. Body piercing is anything but new; in fact, it has an interesting history that goes back thousands of years and has touched nearly every continent on the planet.

Ancient Piercings

Of all the types of body piercings, nostril and various ear piercings are...

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Which Body Piercings Hurt the Most?

Some of the most common questions about body piercing concern the level of pain associated with a specific piercing. Just how much is it going to hurt? There’s next to no limit on how creative you can get with your piercings, with options for just about anywhere on your body. Naturally, you’d expect some piercing locations to hurt a bit more than others, depending on factors like skin thickness, nerve endings, and personal pain threshold. If you’re debating your next piercing...

Four Unique Piercing Ideas for National Piercing Day, May 16 – Almost Famous Body Piercing

Four Unique Piercing Ideas for National Piercing Day, May 16

Do you love body piercings? Much of the fun in getting pierced is coming up with new, unique piercing ideas and jewelry combinations. With National Piercing Day coming up on May 16, 2019, we’ve put together a guide to help you decide which unique piercings you may want to plan for. There’s virtually no limit to how creative you can get. As a result, choosing your next piercing offers the opportunity to use your imagination to its fullest. The world of...

2018 Holiday Gift Guide

2018 Holiday Gift Guide

It’s that time of year again! The holidays are quickly approaching, and people are out buying gifts for those they love. Holiday shopping can be difficult, but we are here to make it a breeze! Even if you don’t know much about body piercings or body jewelry, this guide will help choose a great gift for that someone special. Stop into any one of our six store locations and our professional staff would be more than happy to...

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10 Tips About Septum Piercings

Have you seen someone out and about with a septum piercing and wished you had one yourself? Or maybe you’ve decided you’d like more information before making this your next body piercing. Our ten tips below will help you learn more about septum piercings and may convince you to try this hot trend for yourself.

What are septum piercings?

When piercing your septum, the jewelry goes through the septum in a thin area of tissue that divides the nostrils in the...