Labia piercings are popular female genital piercings. Many ladies choose to have these piercings done because they look very aesthetically pleasing and they can improve sexual pleasure in many different situations.
There are two different types of labia piercings: the inner labia piercing and the outer labia piercing. These piercings look very different and provide different results. You may choose to have just one of them or, if you are feeling adventurous, you can have them both.
Inner Labia Piercing
The Inner Labia Piercing is done on inner labia. Since the tissue is very thin on this place, the piercing is not deep nor complicated. It tends to heal quickly and without a problem. Typically, this type of piercing is not particularly painful even though inner labia tend to be a sensitive part of a woman’s anatomy.
The procedure is fairly simple and it doesn’t last long. You may choose a particular placement on your inner labia. You may also choose to have only one piercing (on your chosen side) or to have inner labia piercings done in pair.
Before deciding on a placement, it’s important to consult your piercer about the best way to go. First, you need to make sure that your inner labia is large enough to be pierced. While most women are anatomically fit for this piercing, there are those who don’t have enough tissue in this area to be pierced.
If your piercer concludes that you can get an inner labia piercing without a problem, the next step is to discuss the placement. It will depend on your preferences but also on your anatomy. It has to be done in such a way that jewelry never becomes uncomfortable for you to wear.
This type of piercing is typically done at 14 gauge. It takes about 4 to 6 weeks to heal.
While inner labia piercing can sometimes be used for sexual pleasure, don’t expect much improvement in the sexual department. This is not a functional piercing and it’s typically done for the aesthetics. That doesn’t mean that you can’t experiment with your piercing or that you and your lover can’t find creative ways to use your piercing or its jewelry for sexual pleasure.
A great way to stimulate your inner labia piercing is to wear heavier jewelry or to add some weights to your piercing.
Typical jewelry worn in inner labia piercings are simple rings, such as Captive Bead Rings, though some women choose to wear other jewelry types, such as circular barbells.
Outer Labia Piercing
The Outer Labia Piercing is done on a woman’s outer labia. The tissue here is thicker so the piercing can get deeper. It means the procedure will last a bit longer and the piercing will take a bit more to heal. However, it doesn’t mean that this type of piercing is particularly complicated. It is done easily and usually doesn’t bring any problems.
This piercing is done on the rim of the outer lips. The exact placement will depend on your preferences and anatomy. Most women have enough tissue here to accommodate a piercing; it’s very rare to be anatomically unfit for outer labia piercing, but if in doubt, consult your piercer.
You may choose to have only one piercing done (on the side you choose), or you may have outer labia piercings done in pairs.
Since outer labia is not as sensitive as some other genital parts, the piercings are not made to be sexually stimulating. Most women who get this type of piercing do it because they like the way it looks. However, it’s sure possible to be creative and to use your piercing or jewelry in sexually stimulating ways.
This piercing is usually done at 14 gauge or 12 gauge and the healing time is between 8 and 12 weeks. This piercing usually doesn’t cause much problems nor discomfort, especially if the placement is done right.
Typical jewelry for outer labia piercing is a Captive Bead Ring, but you may also use circular barbells. Some women also choose to use a curved barbell in their outer labia piercing if they find it comfortable.
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