What does it feel like when you get your ears pierced?

Question

I'm getting my ears pierced when I'm 13 (I know, it's wierd) and I'm going to a place where they pierce one ear a t a time. I know everyone says it feels like a sting or a pinch but then there are some people who say " It hurts soooo bad!" Which one is true? What does it feel like? ARE THERE ANY TIPS TO GET THE PIERCING NOT TO HURT; LIKE HOLDING YOUR BREATH OR SOMETHING? Thanks a bunchh <3

someone said icing your ear first makes it numb so the gun doesn't hurt... is thhis true?

Answer 1

Pinch your ear with your finger nail. That's kind of what it feels like. If they use a "gun" the pierce it, it doesn't hurt as bad. However, if they use a manual one, you can feel it more, but it's not bad. Honestly, it doesn't hurt whatsoever. Icing your ear will definitely help with the pain. Most of the time they offer a teddy bear or something and you can squeeze that if you wanted to =]
After you get them pierced, make sure you follow the directions they give you about cleaning your ears (twice a day and twist them) or else you will probably get an infection.
Good Luck! You have nothing to worry about! =]

Answer 2

Getting it pierced one at a time is actually better. It feels just like a pinch. They will clean it well and you get to pick out whichever earring studs you want. Then they will warn you and use the gun to put it through. I think icing your ear will hurt more than getting it pierced! You will be out of there in ten minutes. Then make sure you clean it like they told you and you will be fine. I got my ears pierced at 13 too :]

Answer 3

well i have 2 holes in each ear and about to get another. if you have a high tolerance for pain meaning if pain doesnt hurt you as bad as it could then it doesnt hurt that much. yes if feels like a pinch but it goes by very fast. and it will turn your ears red and hurt for a couple hours but it will all go away and you will be feeling better by the next day. just remember to clean your ears with the earring still in everyday or it will get infected. sometimes a deep breath will help or squeezing something. hope this helps!

Answer 4

It depends on if you are getting it done with a piercing gun or just a needle.the piercing gun does not hurt at all!You hear a bang and boom your done.
But a needle hurts a bit because it is not as quick into the ear but it is tolerable.
If you are getting the upper ear pierced then you should have it done by needle cause a gun will crush the bone and take longer to heal.

Answer 5

It hurts a little, but definitely not enough to worry over. I have four piercings in each ear. It really will be over before you know it. Don't worry! Just squeeze whoever's hand you're with if you're nervous.

Answer 6

i used to have 12 holes in my ears. getting your lobes pierced is not bad at all. just be sure to keep them clean and disinfected. piercing cartilage is pretty bad only b/c its soar for the next week. no worries, you'll be fine!!!

Answer 7

It does hurt for a split second, you get over in quickly. Just take a deep breath.

Answer 8

initially, inspite of you do, do not get your ears pierced at a stupid Claire's or different mall position: those piercing guns are breeding grounds for Hep C and different blood-borne ailments. The guns won't be able to be autoclaved, meaning they don't seem sterile, and by no potential something you opt for close to you once you've an open wound, it truly is strictly what a piercing is. now to not indicate, the rings utilized in piercing guns are nowhere close to as sharp as a piercing needle, it truly is why fairly some women adventure a lot soreness at the same time as they get their ears pierced - that is like attempting to stab someone consisting of your finger. i'm 29 and that i nevertheless undergo in options how undesirable my 2d holes damage. All my ear piercings, 9 finished in extreme college, damage more desirable than the three I have in my face (eyebrow, labret and bridge). in case you opt for your ears pierced, bypass to a approved piercing artist (which potential someone who's taken the suitable classes, at the same time with one on Bloodborne Pathogens) at a keep it truly is sparkling and has a sturdy acceptance.