How to Flip Your Septum Piercing the Right Way
You have your septum piercing, and it looks cool, exactly the way you wanted it to. But now you are about to go to work, and there are restrictions on body piercings. Well, there is a solution: septum piercing flipping. With this method, you can easily hide your nose piercing as it is a lifesaver at work.
But before you go shoving it up your nostrils, let’s talk about how to do it right without wrecking your fresh piercing or causing unnecessary pain.
Why is Septum Flipping Required?
Let's understand this first: some people love to keep and show their septum jewellery on full display, but due to being present at some moments like a gathering or a corporate event, and even during school days, you have to flip it due to rules and regulations (agh!). It is not at all what you want with your septum piercing jewellery, especially during the healing phase, as flipping at that time can cause serious problems (infection or rejection). So you have to know when to flip it.
When to Flip Septum Piercing?
You can not flip your beautiful septum ring right after a few days or weeks of getting it done. All professionals are against it and recommend waiting at least until the healing period is going on, that is 6 to 8 weeks.
It is important as the new piercing is prone to catching bacteria, which are a major cause of irritation and infection. Your septum piercing is fresh, so wait or go for the safest bet; check with your piercer before you start playing hide-and-seek with your septum jewellery.
Let's Know How to Successfully Flip Your Septum Piercing
After the healing stage passes, it’s your time to flip. To do it without any mess or pain, wash your hands. Don’t even consider touching your septum piercing jewellery without clean hands unless you’re looking for an infection.
Next, gently tilt your head back and use your fingers to gently guide the septum ring into your nostrils. If it’s a horseshoe nose ring, the ends should tuck neatly into your nose, making it practically invisible. If you’re wearing clicker-style septum jewellery, flipping might not be an option, so keep that in mind when choosing your jewellery.
Some people find it easier to flip their nose rings using a cotton swab or a bit of clean tissue for extra grip. If it feels stuck or painful, stop immediately. Do not force it, as this is a bad situation for your piercing.
Know Your Jewellery is Right for Flipping or Not
Not all septum piercing jewelry is made for flipping. If you know you’ll need to keep things discreet sometimes, go for a horseshoe-shaped septum ring. It’s designed to be easily flipped up and hidden, unlike a solid ring that stays in one place.
The size of your jewellery also matters. If you’re rocking an 8g septum, 12g septum, or 6g septum, flipping might be trickier because thick septum rings take up more space and may not sit comfortably inside your nose.
You can also opt for a retainer. A clear or flesh-coloured retainer is explicitly made to keep a septum piercing open while staying invisible. If you’re serious about keeping your piercing under wraps, this is your best friend.
The Don’ts of Flipping Your Septum Piercing
- Don’t flip a fresh septum piercing. We already covered this, but it’s worth repeating.
- If your septum jewellery doesn’t want to flip, don’t push it. You could damage the tissue or even misalign the piercing.
- Don’t leave it flipped up forever. If you keep your septum piercing jewellery flipped up for too long, the angle might shift, making it harder to wear your jewellery properly later.
Septum piercings are one of the trendiest and super cool body jewellery pieces that people adore so much. With different styling options, it is now a must-have. So choosing the right septum jewellery and waiting until your piercing is fully healed, and being gentle with the process will save you a lot of pain and frustration.