The Ultimate Guide: What Side of My Nose Should I Pierce? (2024)

FAQs

How do you decide which side of your nose to pierce? ›

One side of your nose may protrude more than the other. It is better to choose the thinnest part of your nostril where it dips in more. This means there is less chance of swelling. However, if you have your heart set on piercing the side that is thicker or bulges out more, that is ok as well.

People often pierce the nostril on the side of their face they like most. Almost everyone has a side of their face that they prefer, which is why many people choose to pierce the nostril on their “good side.” Look at either side of your face in the mirror to determine which of your profiles you like best.

In some communities, a woman wearing a nose stud is part of their beliefs. According to the Vedas, piercing the left nostril is ideal for a woman. Though gold, silver or many other metal nose studs are widely worn by women, experts say that gold is the most ideal metal when it comes to nose rings or studs.

The nose piercing can be placed anywhere on the nose, but it's most typically placed in the crease of the nose where the cartilage is thinnest. From there, you and your piercer can decide the optimal location to best complement the shape of your nose.

Nose piercings on the left side can mean several things. Sometimes people pierce the left side of their nose. to indicate something about their sexuality. For example, they may use it to signal that they are straight or bi. Some people may also pierce the left nostril. for cultural or medicinal reasons.

Wearing a nose ring on the left side in astrology is often associated with enhancing feminine energy, promoting marital bliss, and balancing lunar or cooling energies according to Ayurvedic beliefs. It's a practice rooted in cultural and astrological traditions, with no scientific basis.

Some people will want their nose piercings directly on the nasal crease, but we do not recommend this as it is the thickest part of the cartilage, where two cartilage plates meet. This means that 'nasal crease' piercings can be very tricky to heal.

Here are some common features that are often considered attractive: Thin and Delicate: Many women desire a nose that is thin with a delicate tip. Button Nose Shape: Often referred to as the perfect button nose, this shape features a small nose tip with a slight upturn. It's often seen as “cute” and charming.

A nose piercing on the right side is believed to show self-confidence. You know who you are, what you believe, and what you stand for. Your piercing can also indicate that you're confident in your spirituality and you're willing to take risks when it matters. Your intuition will be heightened.

What does a nose piercing symbolize? ›

Culturally, the piercings signified the social status of the individual and their right to access other ceremonies. For women, it displayed their ability to acquire a husband. For the husband, it displayed his ownership and right to his wife. For men, it presented the boy now as a man and his place is society with men.

A septum piercing, however, doesn't go through hard cartilage, it will go through the soft piece of tissue just below the septum, piercers call it 'the sweet spot'.

As per the studies, nose piercing regulates the wavelength of the brain that results in easier handling of mental health and stability. Also having a left nose piercing is said to bring more confidence and concentration to the wearer.

When selecting the correct nose pin for your unique facial features, look at the shape of your nose and choose a nose ring or hoop with a curved design. A straight nose ring would not look good on someone with a long face. Diamond studded nose pins are perfect for those with a long face type.

Some people choose to pierce only one nostril. But if you prefer a more symmetrical look, you might decide to have a double nose piercing on opposite sides. Just like a single nostril piercing, each one of the double nose piercing on opposite sides is not particularly painful.

Nose studs essentially go with every shape. If your nose is broad then you can go for a bigger nose stud that has a stone in it. If your nose is narrow then you can go for a smaller stud. A nose stud looks good on any type of attire, Indian or western.

Round Face: Opt for elongated and angular nose pins to create the illusion of length. Square Face: Soften the angles with curved or circular nose pins. Heart-Shaped Face: Choose smaller, delicate nose pins that don't overwhelm your features.