Q: Is it safe to pierce over scar tissue from a previous piercing? I really want to get my belly repierced! Char B.

A: If you’re thinking about re-piercing your belly button but worried about scar tissue, there’s only one way to know for sure... let a professional piercer check it out. They’ll be able to feel how thick the scar tissue is and tell if it could get in the way. It honestly depends on how old or intense the scarring is. In some cases, they might even suggest switching it up and going for a bottom navel piercing instead (yeah, that’s a thing!) depending on your anatomy.

Either way, make that appointment! You might be walking out with the new belly ring you’ve been dreaming about. And when you’re ready to style it up, BodyCandy has allll the cute belly jewelry to complete the look. 💖

Q: Should I avoid getting a piercing if I have a history of keloids?  -Scarlett

A: If you’ve had keloids before, there's definitely a chance they could come back with a new piercing. Whether you want to take that risk is totally your call. Just know that there’s no real way to predict if it’ll happen again. Everyone’s skin reacts differently.

Your best move? Chat with your dermatologist or whoever helped you treat them before. They’ll give you the real scoop based on your skin. And if you do decide to go for it, just make sure you’re using high-quality jewelry (BodyCandy’s got you!) and following aftercare like a pro. 💕

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!