Q: I really don't want an annoying piercing. Which is the most annoying so I can try to avoid it lol? - Willow

A:  Okay wait, I love this question 😂

First off, “annoying” is so subjective when it comes to piercings. What drives me insane might not bother you at all, depending on your lifestyle, pain tolerance, how you sleep, what you wear, all that. So this is 100% just my personal opinion based on experience and what I’ve seen.

For me? Navel piercings can be kinda annoying. They’re super cute, don’t get me wrong, but they sit right where your waistband hits, so if you wear high-waisted jeans, leggings or anything snug, it can get irritated pretty easily. Also, they take a while to heal and you have to be mindful about snagging them on clothes or even towels (ouch!)

Another one people sometimes find annoying is anything in the cartilage (like helix piercings) mostly because of sleeping. If you’re a side sleeper, that pressure can get uncomfortable during healing, and it can feel like it takes forever to calm down.

But honestly, some people have zero issues with those and get way more bothered by something like a nostril piercing because of allergies, makeup, or accidentally bumping it.

So yeah, there’s no universal “most annoying” piercing, just what fits (or doesn’t fit) your daily habits. If you’re trying to avoid annoyance, I’d think more about your routine: how you sleep, what clothes you wear a lot, and how patient you are with healing. Hope that helps a little and doesn’t just make you overthink it more lol!

Q: Which piercings are considered the most acceptable in the professional world? - Taryn A.  

A: It really depends on your workplace, but I got you. In general, the most “acceptable” piercings are the subtle, classic ones. Standard lobe piercings are basically universal at this point. Small studs or simple hoops aren’t going to raise any eyebrows. A single nostril piercing is also pretty widely accepted now, especially if it’s just a tiny stud, though that can vary a bit depending on how traditional your job is.

Cartilage piercings (like a small helix) can go either way. Minimal jewelry is usually fine, but stricter workplaces might prefer you keep it more lowkey. Anything more noticeable, like septum, lip, or eyebrow piercings, tends to be more hit or miss depending on the company culture. Also, professional standards are definitely evolving, especially in more modern or creative industries. A good rule is, if you can easily hide it or switch to subtle jewelry, you’ve got way more flexibility.

So yeah, lobes are the safest, nostrils are pretty accepted now, and everything else just depends on where you work. The workplace is catching up… just a little slower than we'd like 😂

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!