American flag belly button rings and patriotic navel rings are fashionable at any time of the year. It is always cool to show support for your country with a USA belly button ring. However, these patriotic belly button rings, like our dangling american flag navel ring are especially appropriate for Memorial Day and 4th of July. Show your true colors and wear the red, white, and blue with pride. But remember, you don’t have to wait until the 4th of July to flaunt your love for America. Wearing one of these can make every day feel like Independence Day. An
Anchor Belly Button Ring is another great belly jewelry accessory for those early summer outdoor parties. You may also like our
Army Belly Button Rings.
Did you know that summer is one of the most popular times to get a new piercing? And what better type of
belly ring to get this time of year than an American Flag Belly Button Ring. We’re guessing it’s the warm weather clothing that makes one want to flaunt a new look. So if you’ve decided to get a new piercing, what should you look for in a professional piercing shop? Read on and you’ll be sure to enjoy your new piercing AND your summer.
Safety
Even though a piercing is often quick and relatively easy thing to do, safety should ALWAYS be key. Inserting sharp metal into the skin is still invading the body and should not be taken lightly as “just a quick piercing.” Infections are always possible, especially on body parts less prone to piercings like the tongue, chin, eyebrow and nape. Infections can and usually go away on their own, but without proper care you risk suffering more serious complications. Before you deciding on a piercing shop, ask about their safe piercing practices.
Communication
It’s important to take care of new
belly button piercings to lessen not only your chance of infection, but also the risk of it closing or other complications. Piercings in different parts of the body will heal differently so it’s important to know how to take care of it and how long you’ll need to wait before changing your jewelry. Does the piercer offer this important information clearly? Do they suggest you call or come back if you are having problems? It’s important to be able to communicate with your piercer while your piercing heals.
Reputation
Knowledge is power. Ask friends, acquaintances, co-workers, anyone you know and trust that has a piercing for any recommendations. Ask if there are places you should avoid in your area. If you don’t know anyone that can suggest a good piercing shop, visit the Association of Professional Piercers (APP) website, which has a list of piercers who comply with the standards of their organization. There are some piercers claim to be a member of the APP when they actually are not, so the APP website also includes a helpful page of “Imposters” to help you recognize the piercing shops you should NOT visit.
Finally, it’s also important to education yourself on the type of piercing you want. What are the possible complications? What size gauge is used? How long does it generally take to heal? When will you be able to change your piercing? Walking into a piercing shop with some general knowledge about piercings and processes will make it seem less scary, and a true professional piercer will appreciate working with someone who has done their homework.
