Q: How painful is getting a cartilage piercing versus a lobe piercing? -Ella

A: Pain is honestly such a personal thing—what makes one person flinch might barely faze someone else. Everyone’s pain tolerance is different, so there’s no one-size-fits-all answer here. That said, cartilage piercings can feel a bit more intense just because the tissue is thicker and tougher than regular skin. So yeah, it might take a little more pressure to get the needle through, which can be uncomfy—but it’s super quick.

Plus, fun fact: your body actually releases endorphins when you get pierced (basically nature’s painkillers), so you’ll probably feel way more chill than you expect. Whether you’re going for skin or cartilage, don’t let the fear of a split-second sting stop you from getting that look you love. You got this. 💫 Happy piercing!

Q: I think my new piercing is crooked. Should I go back to the same piercer to have them fix it or go to someone else? I don’t want them to mess it up again.  -Mason M

A: If you think something’s off with your piercing, you can totally go back to the piercer and have them check it out. No pressure to let them re-pierce you (and FYI, you’d need to take the jewelry out and wait a few weeks before doing it again anyway), but it’s worth getting their opinion.

Let them take a look and hear what they have to say. Do they own it? Offer to fix it? Give a legit reason for why it looks a little crooked? Like… are they being honest and helpful, or just brushing you off? Then take a beat, think it through, and trust your gut. If you do decide to re-pierce, it’s totally valid to go somewhere else. Your body, your vibe, your rules. Good luck babe! ✨

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!