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Types of Body Piercings: A Beginner's Guide

Thinking about getting your first piercing — or adding to your collection? With so many options, it helps to know what's out there before you sit down. Here's a friendly beginner's guide to the most popular body piercings we offer at Modified Tattoo Gallery in Winter Park, FL.

Ear piercings

The ear is the most versatile spot for piercings, and it's where curated ear setups shine:

  • Lobe — the classic first piercing, easy to heal
  • Helix — along the upper outer cartilage
  • Tragus — the small flap in front of the ear canal
  • Conch, daith, and rook — deeper cartilage placements for a stacked, curated look
  • Industrial — a bar connecting two cartilage piercings

Nose piercings

  • Nostril — a timeless, subtle choice
  • Septum — through the soft spot in the center of the nose, easy to flip up or hide

Facial piercings

  • Eyebrow — a bold, expressive placement
  • Bridge — across the top of the nose between the eyes
  • Labret and lip — around the mouth, from a single stud to a full setup
  • Medusa — centered above the upper lip

Body piercings

  • Navel (belly button) — a long-time favorite
  • Nipple and other body placements for those who want them

Jewelry matters

Quality jewelry is just as important as placement. At Modified Tattoo Gallery we use only top-quality, hypoallergenic body jewelry — including titanium and surgical steel — to promote clean healing and long-term comfort.

Ready to get pierced?

Whether it's your first lobe piercing or a full curated ear project, our professional piercer will help you choose the right placement, jewelry, and plan. Learn more about our piercing services or see our FAQ for more answers.

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