Professional Body & Ear Piercing Services in Nagercoil

Piercing Location	Estimated Healing Time
Ear Lobe	6 – 8 Weeks
Nose Septum	2 – 3 Months
Nose Nostril	4 – 6 Months

Piercing Location	Estimated Healing Time
Ear Cartilage (Helix, Conch, Tragus)	6 – 12 Months
Navel (Belly Button)	6 – 9 Months
Lip & Tongue	2 – 3 Months

Piercing FAQs

Here are the most common questions our clients ask about body and ear piercings. Click on any question to view the answer.

How painful is getting a piercing?

The pain of a piercing is very brief—usually lasting just a second. Ear lobes are the least painful (often rated 1-2/10). Cartilage and nose piercings sting slightly more (3-5/10) because the tissue is denser, but the discomfort subsides almost immediately into a warm, dull throb. We use optimized, extremely sharp needles to make the process as quick and painless as possible.
What metals do you use for new piercings?

We exclusively use implant-grade metals for initial piercings to prevent allergic reactions. Our top choice is implant-grade titanium (ASTM F-136), which is biocompatible, lightweight, and nickel-free. We also offer solid 14k/18k gold and niobium. We avoid low-quality surgical steel and costume jewelry for fresh piercings as they contain trace amounts of nickel, which frequently triggers irritation or rejection.
Can I bring my own jewelry to be pierced with?

No, we do not pierce clients with outside jewelry. For safety and liability reasons, initial jewelry must be sterilized in our autoclave and must meet strict implant-grade materials standards. Outside jewelry often has incorrect sizing, micro-scratches, or metal compositions that can lead to severe swelling, infections, and prolonged healing. Once your piercing is fully healed, we are happy to help you swap it out with your personal jewelry!
Can I sleep on a new ear piercing?

We strongly recommend avoiding sleeping directly on a healing ear piercing. The constant pressure can cause the angle of the piercing to shift (causing migration), induce severe swelling, or lead to irritation bumps. If you are a side sleeper, we recommend using a travel/donut pillow and placing your ear in the center hole to avoid contact with the mattress.
Can I swim in swimming pools or the ocean after getting pierced?

No. You should avoid swimming pools, hot tubs, lakes, and the ocean for at least 4 to 8 weeks. Chlorine causes severe chemical irritation, while natural water bodies harbor bacteria that can lead to acute bacterial infections in open healing channels.
Can I wear in-ear earphones or AirPods with a fresh ear piercing?

If you have a fresh tragus, daith, or conch piercing, avoid in-ear earbuds/AirPods for the first 4 to 8 weeks. Earbuds apply direct friction, harbor bacteria, and can irritate the healing tissue. Over-ear headphones that do not press against the ear are recommended.
Can I get multiple piercings done in one session?

Yes, but we generally recommend a maximum of 2 to 3 piercings on the same ear per appointment. This ensures your body's immune system can heal each channel efficiently without causing overwhelming localized swelling.
Can I wear glass or Bio-Flex retainers for school or work?

Yes! We stock medical-grade inert Borosilicate glass and skin-tone Bio-Flex retainers that safely conceal your piercing from strict dress codes without causing the channel to close or harboring infection.
What should I do if my piercing gets caught or snagged?

If snagged, do not remove the jewelry. Clean the site with sterile saline, apply a cold sterile compress for 5–10 minutes to calm swelling, and visit our studio so we can check if the post was bent or the channel traumatized.
Do I have the right anatomy for a navel (belly button) piercing?

A traditional navel piercing requires a distinct upper lip/shelf with space inside the navel cavity when standing and sitting. If your navel collapses or winks when sitting, our piercers will recommend a 'Floating Navel' with a flat bottom disc to prevent constant pressure and rejection.
How do I protect my teeth and gums with oral/lip piercings?

We place oral piercings (Medusa, Labret, Monroe, Snake Bites) with precise angles and downsize the post at 3–4 weeks so the flatback disk nestles comfortably into the inner lip tissue, preventing metal friction against tooth enamel and gum lines.
What is titanium anodization and can I customize my jewelry color?

Yes! Titanium anodizing is an electrochemical process that adjusts the oxide layer of ASTM F-136 Titanium to create stunning, vibrant colors (champagne, gold, rose gold, violet, blurple, teal, green) without any paints or toxic dyes.

What should I do if my piercing gets a bump?

Most bumps that appear around a fresh piercing are not infections, but rather irritation bumps. They are usually caused by friction, sleeping on the piercing, touching/twisting the jewelry, or aggressive cleaning. Keep cleaning with saline twice daily, make sure you don't touch or sleep on it, and do not squeeze or pop it. If it doesn't improve, visit our studio so our professional piercers can check the angle, fit, and jewelry length.
When can I change my initial piercing jewelry?

You should not change the jewelry until the piercing is completely healed. Changing jewelry too early can damage the delicate fistula (healing channel), introduce bacteria, or cause the channel to close up almost instantly. The only exception is if your initial jewelry needs to be "downsized" to a shorter bar by a professional piercer after initial swelling goes down (usually after 4-6 weeks).
Why don't you use piercing guns?

Piercing guns use blunt force to push a relatively dull stud directly through the skin, causing severe tissue trauma, bruising, and scarring (especially in cartilage). Furthermore, piercing guns are made of plastic and cannot be sterilized in an autoclave, meaning they can harbor bloodborne pathogens from previous clients. We use sterile, single-use hollow needles that slice a clean path with minimal trauma, leading to significantly faster and cleaner healing.
How do I know if my piercing is infected?

Mild redness, swelling, tenderness, and a clear or slightly yellow fluid that dries into crusts are all normal parts of the healing process. Signs of a true infection include: intense throbbing pain, worsening swelling, skin that feels very hot to the touch, thick green or foul-smelling pus, and fever. If you suspect an infection, do not remove the jewelry (as this can trap the infection inside) and contact us or a medical professional immediately.
What is a jewelry "downsize" and why is it mandatory?

Initial labrets are deliberately longer to accommodate natural initial swelling. Once swelling subsides (in 3 to 6 weeks), you must visit us to downsize to a shorter, custom-fitted post. Leaving the long bar in place can cause snagging, jewelry tilting, and permanent migration.
What is threadless (push-pin) jewelry and why is it superior?

Threadless jewelry uses a bendable pin that stays securely locked inside a hollow flatback post via tension. Unlike externally threaded screws that scrape delicate skin upon insertion, threadless jewelry is completely smooth and gentle on healing tissue.
How do I clean and care for a nose or septum piercing?

Spray both the outside and inside of the nostril twice daily with sterile 0.9% saline spray. Dry gently with sterile non-woven gauze or a clean paper towel. Never rotate or pick crusts with fingernails or cotton swabs.
How do I distinguish an irritation bump from a true keloid?

Irritation bumps shrink once the cause of friction/pressure is resolved. True keloids are genetic overgrowths of fibrous scar tissue that continue growing beyond the piercing site. Over 98% of piercing bumps are temporary irritation bumps that heal with proper aftercare.
Can teenagers get pierced at Remy Studio?

Yes, clients under 18 years of age can receive ear and nose piercings with in-person parental/guardian consent and valid government ID verification.
How do surface and eyebrow piercings avoid growing out or migrating?

Surface piercings must be placed using flat 90-degree staple-shaped surface bars or single-point dermal anchors rather than standard curved barbells. This eliminates vertical tension against the skin, drastically reducing migration risk.
Can I workout or go to the gym after getting pierced?

Yes, but avoid high-friction exercises that touch equipment to the piercing. For navel piercings, avoid high-waisted compression leggings that press the bar. Always rinse off sweat and apply sterile saline immediately after workouts.
Does Remy Studio offer free piercing follow-ups?

Yes! We provide complimentary follow-up checkups anytime to inspect your healing, help downsize your jewelry, or clean your piercings in our sterile clinic environment.

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