It was Senior Skip day and I was going to get my septum pierced. I knew that I had to keep it a secret from my mom, she would not approve of me having a big facial piercing that made me look “like a bull”, as she put it. Thankfully that day my friend and I were going to town alone.

I’ve been stretching my ears over the past two years and I have learned a lot of tips and tricks along the way.

Labret piercings allow you to show off a unique, fun side of your personality. Birthstone jewelry for such piercings are beautiful and dazzling. Many women enjoy using such pieces to add a classy, sparkling touch to their everyday wardrobes. Such jewelry is also perfect for special events; the right piece can turn heads in nearly any setting.

Diamonds are a timeless, valuable and beautiful stone, and they are often featured in the nicest jewelry imaginable. Many elegant rings, necklaces, and earrings feature diamonds; they are known as a classic part of accessories that show a person's style and grace. In modern times, diamonds are also featured in more alternative types of jewelry such as nose rings and other pieces of body jewelry. Diamond nose rings have become increasingly popular among women who want to look and feel stunning while showing off their piercing.

If you have an allergy or sensitivity to steel, you might be upset to learn that surgical steel is the most common type of metal used for new piercings. Piercers love the inexpensive price and wide availability. Teens and adults love the shine and durability associated with surgical steel. There are times when it may seem like the only people who aren't fans of surgical steel are the ones with a steel allergy. Luckily, steel isn't your only option when it comes to body piercings.