Q: Are dermals or surface piercings worth the risk? How long do they usually last? - Jasmine O
A: Okay, so... they're totally cute and add that perfect edge. But here’s the tea: they are super famous for rejection. Seriously, piercers are always calling them “long-term temporary” piercings because they almost always end up getting kicked out by your body eventually. It's wild, I know.
They could stick around for just a few weeks or even years before they start to peace out. The time frame is a total toss-up, but trust me, the vast majority won't be forever. That’s why it’s so important to get them taken out the second you see any rejection signs. You don't want a major scar, that would be a total vibe killer.
Whether they're worth the hassle is a personal decision only you can make for yourself. Are you ready for the commitment knowing it probably won't be a forever thing? Are you okay with the potential for some scarring and the extra maintenance they might need? If you understand all that, then maybe that dream piercing is totally worth it! The risks might be worth the reward of looking fire for however long it lasts.
And, P.S., you can totally minimize any potential scarring over time with some dedicated aftercare and maybe some treatments, but it's not like the scar is guaranteed to just disappear entirely. At the end of the day, you have to do a major vibe check and ask yourself if you're down to take the risks to have the piercing you're crushing on. Nobody else can answer that for you. Happy piercing!
Q: How do I know if my piercing needs a longer post or bar? - Jordan W.
A: If you notice the ends of your jewelry literally disappearing into your skin, you definitely need to switch to a longer bar ASAP. This is super different from "nesting," which is just when the jewelry makes a little indent and sits flush against the skin—you’ll see that a lot with tongue piercings, so definitely look up some photos for comparison so you know the difference.
But if your jewelry is actually getting swallowed up by the swelling, it’s a major red flag that you can't just ignore. You really need to get to a piercer and have them swap it out for a longer piece of jewelry as soon as you can. If you let it go, your skin can actually grow completely over the jewelry, and then you’re looking at a literal medical procedure where a doctor has to cut it out. If you feel like your jewelry is too tight, especially on a brand-new piercing that's still reacting, please handle it now so you don't end up with a much bigger (and more expensive) problem later. Good luck!
Disclaimer: Body Candy is only here to give you fun and helpful advice and information when it comes to getting pierced. Always consult a professional piercer to make sure a new piercing is right for you!
