Piercings have long been a form of self-expression and for Baruchians, piercings reflect one personal style and individuality.
For many, the decision to get pierced is an exciting one, but it often comes with a mix of anticipation and apprehension, especially when considering the pain and healing process involved.
Freshman Tiffany Bravo shared that her experience with piercings was a bit of a rocky road. What started as a simple procedure ended with a long recovery.
“Lobes and helix, I don’t remember pain for the lobe since I was a baby. But the helix took a long time to recover, like around a year now it’s painless,” she said.
Despite the challenges, Bravo reflected fondly on her decision–which happened to be made impulsively at a random tattoo shop.
Freshman Sophia Young also had a relatively simple procedure followed by a long recovery.
“Getting the piercing wasn’t bad at all. The most uncomfortable part was the healing process. In the future I would get a helix, ” said Young, echoing the sentiments of many who have braved the piercing chair. Yet, her desire for a helix piercing persists.
Junior Nairie Enriquez has gotten multiple piercings.
Enriquez reflected on the pain level of the procedures overall, which she said was a “six.”
Nevertheless, she kept at it, and got more piercings. “I currently have nose, industrial, helix and multiple lobes.”
Her nose piercings include both a septum and a stud.
Junior Jenna Weiner shared insights into the nuances of cartilage piercings.
“Cartilage pain isn’t too bad, but the healing process is annoying. I can’t wait to get a conch even though it’s the most painful piercing,” she said, shedding light on a common misconception.
Despite the challenges of recovery, Weiner remains undeterred, with plans for future piercings, including a conch.
Junior Rosangely Alvarez shared her experience with her first piercing–unlike the others, her experience was entirely smooth, and not in her ears.
“I have a belly piercing, I got it done at Monster Ink and Elizabeth in New Jersey. The pain was a three out of ten, nothing too bad, just a little pinch.”
One needle prick at a time, Baruchians continue to add adornments to their bodies.
