Getting pierced for the first time? Or you already have few and wish to get some more?

This form of body art had been into practice for years. Making a hole through your skin, a piece of jewelry is inserted, and the process is said to be piercing. For some it defines tradition, to other is presents their class. Whatever made you land here, the thing is you are quite aware that piercings are painful.

But do all piercings hurt?

Well, the honest answer is YES. The process of creating an insertion is hurtful. But how much it pain will depend on many factors, including individual person's pain threshold. This clearly means that what causes a little suffering to someone might be more painful for you. And not only is itdue to your pain tolerance key, but there are some other things such as the location, artist’s experience, etc. which will make a difference.

But this doesn’t retain you from getting pierced, why? Simply, you can get it done using a numbing solution. Just apply a topical anesthetic like NumbSkin cream and it will desensitize your skin for three to four hours. Hence, it will be painless for you. Isn’t that all you want?

Regardless, it is good to know different type of piercings and the pain level associated. So here is the list:

1. .Navel Piercing:When you want something more stylish, nothing beats this option. Not only it is an elegant choice but also can be hidden easily when required. As far as the pain is known, most of the people who got it done said that its equivalent to a hard pinch.
2. Ear Lobe Piercing: It is one of the most popular piercings and causes less pain as compared to other piercings. Almost every female get their earlobes pierced. In fact, in many regions it is practiced for small children.
3. Lip piercings: There are so many forms of lip piercings available. Some of them can be more painful and cause swelling. In fact, soreness is a common symptom and it can take up to 6-8 weeks to heal totally. Here are your options:
4. oSnake Bite Piercing- It resembles snake fangs, and the two piercings will be done on either side of lower lips.
5. oSpider Bites -These are also referred to double lip piercings which will be done on the lower or upper lip.
6. oVertical Labret - Being one of the most popular lip-piercing types it is done in the middle bottom lip.
7. oShark Bites - As it involves total four piercings, this will be more painful.
8. oDahlia Bites- Made through the corners of the mouth, these perforations are sassy and referred to as ‘Joker Piercing’ due to resemblance with the comic book villain.

Nostril Piercing: Thisone will be more painful than ears and lips as here the piercing will be made through cartilage. It is tougher than skin and will hurt a bit more.

• Tongue Piercing- It can make youcringe but still it is famous for the style quotient it offers.

So you have a good number of choices to get pierced. Pick your style and don’t forget to buy a numbing cream beforehand.