Painless Piercing for Men in 2023

The first thing you need for Painless Piercing for Men is a reputable Piercer. He should be licensed and certified and the studio where he or she practices must be spotlessly clean and sterile. A professional Piercer will have reviews online. Check out the best and make sure the studio is specialized in the type of Piercing you want. A good operator might use calming techniques to make you feel at ease.

Let’s look at how Piercing for men got started and the different types:

A Brief History of Piercing for Men

Ancient Times:

Piercing for men has been practiced since ancient times and originated from tribal body art. The decoration was used to enhance either a man’s courage or his status. Warriors practiced Septum Piercing to appear more ferocious to their enemies.

The practice of nose piercing has a long history; it was first documented around 4,000 years ago in the Middle East. Nose piercing is still practiced among nomadic Berber and Beja tribes in Africa, as well as Bedouins in the Middle East. The size of the ring indicates the wealth of a family. When a husband marries he gives his wife a ring that symbolizes financial stability. The Moghul emperors brought nose piercing to India from the Middle East in the 16th century.

The Roman Era

There are stories about Roman soldiers piercing their nipples and other parts of their bodies. However, there is no conclusive documentation.

 The Renaissance Era

During the Renaissance and Elizabethan eras piercing for men was limited to male members of the European nobility who had their ears pierced so that they could wear earrings. It began in Spain and extended to the court of King Henry III of France, where typically an earring was worn in one ear.

The Modern Era

Piercings became more fashionable in the 1970s when hippies were influenced by the East’s culture, particularly that of India. Punks began to have septum piercings in the 1980s, according to Painful Pleasures, and they became a sign of disobedience.

The founder of the modern piercing movement is James Mark Ward. According to Wikipedia ” In a 2004 documentary, entitled The Social History of Piercing, MTV called him “the granddaddy of the modern body piercing movement”

He joined the New York Motorbike Club, a gay S&M group in 1967. He started experimenting with various forms of piercing including genital piercing. The barbell style of jewel came from a Tattooist from Frankfurt called Horst Streckenback otherwise known as Tattoo Samy. Ward opened a piercing studio in West Hollywood in 1978 and it was from here that piercing grew into an industry.

Types of body piercings for men

Body piercing is a form of expressionist art that highlights a man’s personality and soul, and it has a long history of spiritual connotations. The progression of these body adornments into the present period has altered a lot, but one thing has remained the same: their ornamental and meaningful use.

Ear piercings for men

Ear piercings for men have been practiced for over 5,000 years. The discovery of a mummy known as the Iceman, who lived in the fourth millennium, supports this theory. He had piercings in his ears when he was found.

The holes found on the ear lobes of King Tutankhamun— an ancient Egyptian king – further suggest that the Egyptians of ancient times had ear piercings. In his burial place, they also discovered earrings.

Nose Piercing For Men

 Facial piercings for men began around 4000 – 6000 years ago.

Nose rings were fairly frequent among men in some regions and cultures, especially among the ruling classes. Aztecs, Egyptians, Mayans, and others saw the nose ring as a symbol of power and authority. In the 1500s, Indians absorbed the Moghul emperors’ heritage, which controlled the Middle East. They’d wear a ring stud in their nose as a piece of jewelry.

 Tongue Piercing

A tongue piercing is thought to have been a feature of ritual bloodletting in now-extinct ancient South and Central American cultures, as well as several American Indian tribes from the Pacific Northwest of the United States. Several Native American tribes are known to have used piercings as part of shamanic rites to avert spiritual possession, obtain psychic insight or please their gods. Tongue piercing initially appeared in the United States at the turn of the century as a mystery parlor trick done in freak exhibitions and itinerant carnivals. After the techniques were perfected, some of the first US piercing establishments on the American west coast began piercing tongues during the post-World War II era, when piercing became more popular.

 Eyebrow Piercing

The eyebrow ring is a very new piercing with no tribal or cultural associations.

This piercing appears to have been popularized during the 1980s “Punk” craze. The piercing of the eyebrows was established as a fashion trend at the time, and it has grown in popularity over time. The eyebrow ring comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, including vertical and horizontal piercings.

Nipple Piercing

There are a lot of nerve endings in your nipples and thus piercing can be a little more painful. A piercer uses a nipple clamp and if he is skillful the pain will last less than 20 seconds. Normally the piercing is done at the base of the nipple and the healing time can be up until 9 months. Thus it is quite a commitment. During this time it’s best to disinfect yourself daily with a sterile saline solution and to keep away from swimming pools, lakes, etc where bacteria can harbor. Advantages can be increased sensitivity. If you don’t want anyone to know it’s a piercing that’s easy to hide under your clothing.

Lip piercing

There are 12 basic types of lip piercing although the labret is the most common which is under the bottom lip in the center. The piercing is normally vertical on your lower or upper lip and the jewel can be a ring or a curved barbell. Healing time is between 2-3 months and you would need to wash your mouth after each meal and eliminate all types of smoking. Stainless steel jewelry is good to use but also high-quality metals such as 14k gold or platinum.

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Do you need to be a masochist to enjoy body-piercing jewelry?

Male Genital Piercings

Male genital piercings, on the other hand, are a style of piercing that is both fringe and growing in popularity. Let’s face it straight away, this is one of the more painful types of piercing as your Penis contains many nerve endings. However, if you are up to it there are many different types. There are 15 common variations to consider when it comes to male genital piercings. The following areas of the male genitals are commonly pierced: The shaft of the penis, Piercings in the pubic area, Piercings on the scrotum, and Piercings on the perineum.

The Prince Albert is a barbell that is inserted through the urethra (where you pee) and comes out behind the glans.

The Apadravya is placed vertically through the glans

The Ampallang is placed horizontally through the glans

The Frenum is placed horizontally beneath the shaft

The Pubic is a piercing around the base of the Penis.

These piercings help to stimulate your partner’s vaginal or anal nerves during sex.

Types of Jewelry for the Modern Man:

 Earrings :

Earrings for men have grown in popularity since the 1960s and are no longer confined just to the gay or alternative man and are now just another way of expressing yourself. You can choose from hoops, dangles with a pendant or charm, studs, or novelty. Celebrities like George Michael and David Bowie or sportsmen such as David Beckham helped to make them even more fashionable.

A wide variety of men’s earrings can be found on today’s market and the most appreciated and coveted ones are Hoop earrings, Dangle earrings, and even Flesh Tunnels & Plugs. Every style sends a message and has its only meaningful significance. Exuberance, power, masculinity, and fashion style all describe the modern men who wear earrings.

 Creative Designs for Stylish Statements

Explore creative designs that redefine masculine fashion. Make a statement with unique pieces that add personality to any outfit. Elevate your look and showcase your individuality.

Check out this single stud earring by Vivienne Westwood available at Harvey Nichols Online.

Men’s Hoop Earrings

The hoop earring has long been a favorite of more creative individuals such as performers, artists, and singers, and it’s recently seen a rebirth among today’s most discerning dressers.

Check out this classic mini-hinged gold vermeil earring from Missoma. It is currently on sale for under $50.

Men’s Dangle Earrings

Men’s dangly earrings have been quickly adopted by fashion designers. They typically hang below the earlobe and swing as you move, Earlier this year, dangling earrings were seen on the runways of several men’s fashion shows.

Check out these transgressive sterling silver dangle rings which are gold plated and on sale for less than $30 from Walmart

Men’s Stud Earrings

Studs are the most basic sort of earring, and they are most likely what you will get when you first get your ears pierced. As a result, it’s a fantastic pick for beginners.  Keep it simple with a silver ball or plain triangle, or go for a dressier crown with a diamond or sapphire in the center. Stud earrings have been elevated to a different stage, the stage of discovery and intricate designs where hearts, roses, and vintage appearances with hammered metal have their glory.

Check out these superb gold-plated contemporary black onyx sterling silver square stud earrings.