Piercing and Aftercare Information

The Photographic Dictionary: Piercing and Body Jewelry Tools

Cork: Some piercers will use it, and some won’t, but when it is used the cork is placed on the sharp end of the piercing needle to prevent any contact with other parts of the skin. (You only want t...
Piercing and Aftercare Information

Quick Take: Summer Care for Body Mods

We all know Summer is the season of mods.  Tattoos, piercings, stretch mods, brandings; this is their season to breathe, and to be shown off.  The warm weather also makes it the perfect time to get...
Body Jewelry Information

Don’t Miss the BodyCandy Google+ Sweepstakes

Are you dreaming of a new jewelry wardrobe?  Well now’s your chance to make that dream come true!  From now until August 16th, BodyCandy is holding a special sweepstakes for all of our friends on G...
Jewelry Fashion

Body Jewelry Update: By the Light of the Moon

Today, July twentieth, is Moon Day.  This is a special holiday, particularly in the United States, commemorating the historic day that man first walked on the moon.  On this day in 1969, Apollo 11 ...
Body Jewelry Information

Giving Some Lip: Lippy Loop Labrets as an Alternative to Circulars

Some of you are probably saying, “what’s a lippy loop?”  Their name may sound a bit funny, but lippy loops are actually pretty awesome little pieces of jewelry.  They’re lip rings with an opening, ...
Jewelry Fashion

Summer Jewelry Trend: Fabulous Foot Jewelry

Summer is in full swing! Put some zest in your step and feel more than just the sand in your toes. This is the time to break out those fabulous new sandals, get a pedicure, and head to the beach. T...
Jewelry Fashion

Jewelry Fashion fix: Animal Instinct

Looking for a little touch to liven up your wardrobe this summer?  Just follow your instincts, and let nature lead you to fashion freedom.  Animal prints can be retro, understated, ultra-flashy, or...
Body Jewelry Information

Quick Take: Earring Styles and Sizing

It’s not something most of us usually think about, but there’s so much more to earrings these days than simply “pierced or clip.”  Think about it for a second, and you’ll probably see what I mean. ...
Body Jewelry History

Life in Ink: Nautical Tattoo Traditions Explained

With vintage tattoo art making a serious comeback, everyone has probably seen a few interesting tattoos and wondered exactly what they signify.  Traditional tattooing is largely taken from naval an...