How painful is the septum piercing?

Nose piercing pain level A septum piercing (the tissue between your nostrils) can hurt a lot for a short time but heals quickly because the septum is so thin. And if you have a deviated septum or similar condition, this kind of piercing can hurt even more because your septum nerves can be overactive .

What does getting a septum piercing feel like?

Assuming your piercer hits the sweet spot, most people describe the sensation as more “weird” or “unusual” than painful and compare it to the feeling of needing to sneeze. The pain from the needle going into the tissue only lasts a split second.

Is a septum piercing a good idea?

Septum piercings are known for being an edgy nose piercing choice, but they’ve gained a more mellow reputation recently. Whatever your aesthetic, getting a septum piercing is a great way to express your style and show off cool jewelry—that’s why you can see them on celebrities like Zoe Kravitz and FKA Twigs.

Is piercing a septum hard?

Most piercings can be uncomfortable. After all, a needle is pushed through your skin, which is then replaced with a thick bit of metal. Everyone has their own pain tolerance, so it’s worth bearing yours in mind, but a septum shouldn’t hurt much more than a standard nose piercing and it shouldn’t go through cartilage.

What is a septum sweet spot?

If you pinch your septum, you should feel a thin area of skin between some hard cartilage and the tip of your septum (often referred to as the sweet spot). That’s where the septum piercing is placed. It is a little bit higher and a little further forward than you might realize.

Does everyone have a septum sweet spot?

Although most people are able to get the septum piercing, some anatomies won’t allow for it. Your piercer will be able to take a look and let you know if it’s possible. Rarely, some people don’t have the thin area of skin between the cartilage and the tip of the nose (the sweet spot).