Q: My belly button is kind of an outie. Does that mean a navel piercing is off the table for me? - Bailey L.

A: Not automatically, but this is a real "it depends on your specific anatomy" one, so let me be straight with you.

A standard navel piercing doesn't actually go through the belly button itself. It goes through the little lip of skin at the top rim (or sometimes the bottom). So the question isn't really "innie vs outie," it's whether you have the right fold of skin for the piece to sit safely.

• Many "outies" still have a workable top or bottom rim and can get pierced just fine

• Some don't have enough of that lip, and forcing it risks poor healing or rejection

• A floating navel piercing can be a great option for certain anatomies, since the bottom sits more recessed and flush, which sometimes suits an outie better than a traditional style

• The only real way to know is an in-person assessment with a reputable piercer

That last point is the whole answer, honestly. A good piercer will look at your actual anatomy and tell you yes, no, or "here's the placement that works for you." That beats any guess from a photo or the internet. Good luck on your piercing journey!

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Q: Does taking ibuprofen before a piercing change anything? - Danika S.

A:  Yes, it genuinely can, and I'm glad you're thinking about it beforehand instead of after. Quick honest rundown.

Both work in a similar direction: they make your blood slower to clot. For a piercing, that can mean more bleeding and more bruising while it's done and right after.

• Prescription blood thinners are a real "talk to your doctor first" situation. Don't stop or change them on your own for a piercing. Ask your prescriber what they recommend, and tell your piercer you're on them.

• Ibuprofen and aspirin (NSAIDs) also thin the blood a bit, so a lot of people skip them in the day or so before, and lean on something like acetaminophen if they want, though definitely check with your doctor on that too! This is not official medical advice.

• Alcohol the night before does the same thing, so it's worth skipping as well

So... it's not necessarily a hard no, but it's a "loop in the professionals" yes. Clear it with your doctor if you're on prescription thinners, tell your piercer either way, and let the two of them steer. Better a quick conversation now than a surprise on the table.

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!