Q: Are there any piercings that are considered more “professional” for work? -Ryan

A: When it comes to piercings at work, the rules are honestly kind of vague and totally depend on your employer. Most places won’t straight-up say “no piercings,” but they’ll throw around words like “professional” or “clean-cut,” which, let’s be real, usually just means “don’t be too noticeable.” Think tiny cartilage studs, dainty nose rings, or anything lowkey. Those are usually safe in a corporate or conservative setting. But something more bold like a big septum ring, dermals, or stacked jewelry might not be worth the risk if you're trying to avoid a passive-aggressive convo with HR.

If you're job hunting or working somewhere more traditional, your best move is to go minimalist. Keep piercings in spots that are easy to cover, or switch to small, simple jewelry while you're on the clock. Doesn’t mean you can’t still express yourself, just save the bold looks for your off-duty hours. You're still a whole vibe either way.

Q: What do I do if my dermal starts rejecting? -Amanda M

A: Okay, real talk. Once a piercing starts rejecting, there’s no magic fix to stop it. It sucks, but the best thing you can do is take the jewelry out (or have a piercer remove it if it's a dermal) before things get worse. The earlier you deal with it, the less scarring you’ll probably have to deal with later. And yeah, dermals are kinda known for being “long-term temporary” because even when you’re super careful, they can still get pushed out by your body. If you’re still obsessed with the look (which, same), give your skin time to fully heal and then hit up a legit piercer to chat about trying again. Rejection doesn’t mean you did anything wrong, it’s just one of those things that happens. Keep your vibe, keep your confidence, and don’t let one piercing breakup stop your whole glow-up.

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!