Jef Saunders
Professional Piercing Expert
Jef Saunders has been piercing professionally for over 20 years. He is the Public Relations Coordinator for the Association of Professional Piercers (APP), an international non-profit dedicated to the educating the public on vital health and body piercing safety, and he teaches piercing for the Fakir Intensives. In 2014, Jef was elected to the Association of Professional Piercers' Board of Directors. In 2015, Jef received the APP President’s Award from Brian Skellie.
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Q&A Comments (3)
Is it dangerous to pierce your own nose?
It is definitely dangerous to pierce your own nose. Piercing involves more than putting a pointy thing through a part of your body. There are a lot of health and safety concerns involved that you can't fully understand just by watching videos online. Most piercers study for months, sometimes years to understand the safest way to pierce.
What is the correct side to pierce your nose?
There is no hidden meaning behind what side of your nose you decide to pierce, so choose whichever side you like. One thing to consider, though, is whether you favor a certain side of your face in photographs. Do you want the piercing to be visible or more disguised in photos? That answer can help you decide which side of your nose to use.
How much does it cost to pierce your nose?
Costs vary tremendously from location to location. However, you can typically expect a price range between $25 and $50 as of 2019. Your jewelry will likely start at $50 and go up for quality studs. Jewelry that costs less is suspicious and might not meet the minimum standards for fresh piercings.
