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25 Types of Ear Piercings: The Complete Guide
Explore 25 types of ear piercings, from classic lobes to bold industrials. Learn about placement, pain levels, healing times, jewelry options, and more.
Growth Foundry
3 days ago14 min read


Industrial Ear Piercing: What You Should Know
Learn about industrial ear piercing before getting one. Our Mississauga piercers share 17 tips and facts on pain, healing, snags, and everything worth knowing.
Growth Foundry
Aug 39 min read


What to Know Before Conch Ear Piercing | 13 Things
Thinking about a conch ear piercing? Learn the 13 most important things to know before your appointment, including pain level, healing time, jewelry options, aftercare, and expert tips for a smooth recovery.
Growth Foundry
Aug 37 min read


The Most Commonly Asked Questions About Baby Ear Piercing
Find clear answers to the most commonly asked questions about baby ear piercing, including safety, age, healing, aftercare, and what parents should know before booking.
Growth Foundry
Jun 3012 min read


Ear Piercings: Cartilage vs. Lobe
Learn the key differences between cartilage and lobe ear piercings, including placement, healing time, pain level, aftercare, and how to choose the right piercing for your style.
Growth Foundry
Jun 307 min read


7 Types Of Cosmetic Tattooing And Why You Want Them!
A guide to the main types of cosmetic tattooing, including microblading, ombré brows, and permanent eyeliner. Learn why you may want them. Call (905) 897-3503.
Growth Foundry
May 125 min read


17 Types of Piercings on Lips
Discover 17 types of lip piercings, from classic labret styles to bold combinations like snake bites and angel bites. Learn about placement, healing times, and aftercare tips to choose the right look for you.
Growth Foundry
Apr 278 min read


Helix Piercing Guide: What to Know Before You Get Pierced
Thinking about getting a helix piercing? This guide explains everything you need to know before you get pierced, including pain levels, healing time, aftercare tips, and the different types of helix piercings. Learn how to care for your piercing, reduce the risk of infection, and choose the right helix jewellery so your cartilage piercing heals properly and looks great.
smithstevenj601
Aug 6, 20256 min read


Tragus Piercing Guide (Everything You Need to Know)
This tragus piercing guide covers everything you need to know, from where the piercing goes to healing time, pain, jewellery, and safe aftercare. You'll learn who it's right for, why needle techniques are safer than guns, and how to choose cartilage studs that fit your style and anatomy. If you still have questions or need piercing services in Mississauga , Ontario, call Xtremities Tattoo & Piercing Studio at (905) 897-3503 . What Is a Tragus Piercing and Where Does It Go on
Growth Foundry
Aug 5, 20257 min read


Belly Button Piercing Guide (All About Navel Piercings)
A belly button piercing is done through the skin above your navel to hold curved jewellery like a belly ring or barbell. The piercing sits at the upper rim of the navel cavity where the skin folds inward, creating a space for the jewellery to rest. Most piercers use a sterile hollow needle, not piercing guns, to reduce trauma and improve healing. This guide covers the process, healing timeline, aftercare, and what to expect based on your belly shape and skin type. Call Xtre
Growth Foundry
Aug 5, 20258 min read


Tattoo Pain Chart: What to Expect Before Getting Inked in Mississauga
Tattoo pain depends on where you get it, your body, and your mindset. Spots like the upper arm or thigh hurt less, while ribs, hands, and...
Growth Foundry
Jul 8, 20258 min read


How To Treat An Infected Ear Piercing: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Learn how to identify, treat, and prevent an infected ear piercing with tips on proper aftercare and signs of complications
Growth Foundry
Feb 28, 202513 min read


Rejected Piercing: What To Do If Your Body Rejects A Piercing
Learn the signs of piercing rejection, how to manage discomfort, prevent complications, and discover if you can save or re-pierce a rejected
Growth Foundry
Feb 25, 20257 min read


Itchy Ear Piercing: Is it Normal? What to Do
Learn why your ear piercing may itch during healing, how to relieve irritation, and when to seek medical attention. Expert tips on preventin
Growth Foundry
Feb 25, 20257 min read


Nose Piercing: What Side Should I Pierce?
You can pierce any side of your nose or the septum. Choosing which side of your nose to pierce is a personal decision influenced by...
Growth Foundry
Feb 3, 20256 min read


Do Piercings Hurt? Our Pain Scale From Least to Most Painful
Some piercings are barely painful, while others have some mild pain. This guide answers if piercings hurt and explores the pain scale...
Growth Foundry
Jan 31, 20256 min read


How to Clean Your Piercings: A Guide to Ensure Proper Healing
To clean your piercing for proper healing: 1. Wash Your Hands Thoroughly 2. Prepare a Cleaning Solution 3. Clean the Piercing Area 4. Rinse with Warm Water 5. Dry the Piercing Completely Click below to jump to other sections: Specific Care Based on Piercing Type When Can You Change Your Jewelry? How Can You Tell if Your Piercing is Infected? If you have questions or need a professional piercing in Mississauga , call (905) 897-3503. 1. Wash Your Hands Thoroughly Before touchi
Growth Foundry
Jan 31, 20256 min read


15+ Types of Body Piercings
Different types of body jewlery
Growth Foundry
Dec 26, 20248 min read


A Comprehensive Guide to Tattoo Meanings
Tattoos have long been more than just body art; they are symbols that carry deep, personal meanings for those who wear them. Whether...
Xtremities Tattoo
Sep 12, 202436 min read


How Much Do Piercings Cost in Mississauga ON
Piercings in Mississauga cost between CAD 25 to CAD 300, depending on the type of piercing and the studio's reputation. For example, nose...
Xtremities Tattoo
Sep 12, 20246 min read
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