SEPTUM

SEPTUM PIERCING IN BAKERSFIELD, CA

A septum piercing is placed through the soft tissue beneath the nasal septum, creating a versatile look that can be worn with circular jewelry or flipped up when appropriate.

BOOK SEPTUM PIERCING

— QUICK FACTS —

STARTING PRICE

$50

Standard jewelry included. Upgrades available.

PAIN LEVEL (1-10)

4/10

HEALING TIME

2 to 3 months

DOWNSIZING TIME

Usually not required.

Parent/guardian required for minors.

See our ID requirements page for more information.

AGE REQUIREMENT

16+

Horseshoe

Standard jewelry included.

Upgrades available, prices vary.

JEWELRY

ABOUT THIS PIERCING

A septum piercing is placed through the thin, soft tissue beneath the cartilage of the nasal septum.

When properly placed, it does not pass through the thick central cartilage of the nose. Instead, your piercer will locate the appropriate area of tissue based on your anatomy.

Septum piercings are especially versatile because they can be styled with a variety of rings once healed, and some jewelry styles can be flipped upward inside the nose for a more discreet look.

WHAT TO EXPECT

CONSULTATION & ANATOMY CHECK

We’ll assess your nasal anatomy, answer any questions, and make sure this piercing is right for you.

Your piercer will carefully determine the proper placement based on the soft tissue beneath your septum.

MARKING & PLACEMENT

The piercing is performed using a sterile, single-use needle and professional jewelry.

THE PIERCING

You’ll receive detailed aftercare instructions and have time to ask any additional questions.

AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS

HEALING & AFTERCARE

Keep the piercing clean, avoid unnecessary touching or rotating the jewelry, and be gentle when blowing or wiping your nose while it heals.

VIEW FULL AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS

GOOD TO KNOW

Septum anatomy varies from person to person, so your piercer will locate the safest and most appropriate placement before piercing.

Anatomy Matters

Swelling is Usually Mild

Some tenderness and swelling can happen early on, but septum piercings often have less visible swelling than many other facial piercings.

Depending on the jewelry style, a septum piercing may be able to be flipped upward inside the nose once your piercer says it is appropriate.

Jewelry Can Be Discreet

Twisting, flipping, or repeatedly adjusting the jewelry during healing can irritate the piercing and slow the healing process.

Avoid Moving the Jewelry

FAQs

Usually, no. A properly placed septum piercing goes through the softer tissue beneath the main cartilage of the nose.
Often, yes. Certain circular barbells can be flipped upward inside the nose, but it’s best to avoid repeatedly moving the jewelry while the piercing is still healing.
It can. Newer septum piercings may begin shrinking or closing quickly without jewelry, while long-healed piercings may stay open longer. How fast this happens varies from person to person.