Q: What piercings are low maintenance? I know I’ll be annoyed if it takes too much pain or attention. -Kiara

A: Honestly, no piercing is totally low maintenance. Every piercing needs daily TLC like cleaning with sterile saline spray while it’s healing and, yeah, there’s always a bit of discomfort involved. That’s just part of the deal.

If you’re just starting out, ear lobes are the easiest move. They’re usually pretty chill on the pain scale (relatively speaking!) and heal faster than most, around 3 to 6 months. Once you’ve mastered those, a septum is a surprisingly low-maintenance next step. It heals fairly quickly too and doesn’t usually give as much trouble once it’s past the initial healing stage.

So start small, build your piercing confidence, and then you can totally work your way up to the higher-maintenance, slower-healing pieces. Happy piercing, babe! ✨

Q: I used to be afraid to get more piercings, but I really love how they look. I realize I’m older now. Is it weird to start getting piercings in your 40s?  - Justine

A: Piercings are all about personal expression your body, your vibe, your rules. No one gets to tell you how to express yourself or what to do with your body, period.

And seriously, there’s no “right” age for piercings. Whether you’re just starting your piercing journey or adding to a collection, don’t let something as arbitrary as age hold you back. It’s all about what you want and how you want to show it off.

So go ahead, pick the piercing that makes you feel confident, bold, or just plain happy. Own your style, own your body, and have fun with it!

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!