Tattoo & Piercing Care: Healing, Keloids & Rules

Proper aftercare is crucial for healing tattoos and belly button rings without complications like keloids. Learn how to drain piercing bumps, understand ear gauging rules, and identify the signs of a rejected body piercing.

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How to Take Out a Nose Ring With a Ball

Nose rings with a ball are also known as captive bead nose rings. This type of jewelry features an O-shaped metal ring with a spherical bead. The bead hides the breach, or gap, in the nose ring. To remove the nose ring, you must first remove the ball.

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How to Pierce Your Navel

Though professional navel piercing is relatively inexpensive, many people prefer the convenience of piercing at home. When piercing your own navel, it is important to have the proper equipment.

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