What piercing looks good with a Monroe?

Monroe piercings can not only look great and striking on their own, but they can also supplement other close-by piercings extremely well too (such as labret piercings, medusa piercings, spider bites and even smiley piercings).

Is Monroe piercing cute?

Monroe piercings are ideal on their own but they also work well with other facial piercings to create your unique look. It offers a lot of customization options. You can opt for a minimalist aesthetic with a simple stud or a more elaborate style. It’s a cute piercing that’s also very sexy.

How painful is a Monroe piercing?

Does the Monroe piercing hurt? A Monroe piercing hurts a little, but not much—if your piercer is experienced that is. You should only feel pain during the actual moment of piercing, which lasts only for an instant. You may, however, be sore for a couple of days following the piercing, but nothing extreme.

What side of the face is the Monroe piercing?

left side
A Monroe piercing is a single stud piercing directly above the upper lip on the left side. Named after Marilyn Monroe, the piercing is located in the same spot as her iconic mole.

How much do Monroe piercings cost?

around $50 – $80
Typically, the Monroe piercing costs around $50 – $80. You should, however, choose your piercer based on their abilities rather than finding the cheapest option. Never choose a piercer who uses a piercing gun; these harbor more bacteria, and the blunt force it uses to puncture the skin can cause damage.

How long does a Monroe piercing stay swollen?

Monroe piercings are going to swell up during the first week after getting pierced. You will be pierced with a longer labret post to compensate for this swelling. The following week or two you will have barely visible residual swelling. At this point your post will start feeling and looking long.

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Does Monroe piercing leave a scar?

Monroe piercing scars can occur if you’re a bit heavy-handed during the aftercare process or the piercing site gets damaged during its lifetime. However, scars in this area can also often occur for no apparent reason.

Does a Monroe piercing damage your teeth?

While all lip piercings pose some risks to your oral health, certain placements can be riskier than others. For example, a Monroe piercing, which is a piercing placed high on the upper lip, may be more likely to cause soft tissue damage inside your mouth because the back of the jewelry will rub against your gums.

How long does a Monroe piercing stay red?

The Monroe piercing may be red after being pierced. It takes 2-3 months to heal during which time you may experience redness, itchiness, and initially some swelling. How long your piercing stays red may depend on the aftercare. Monroe piercing swelling is completely normal and should reduce after a week.

How do you eat with a Monroe piercing?

The Dos and Don’ts of Eating and Drinking

  1. Try to eat very slowly.
  2. Stick to cold foods and drinks to soothe and reduce swelling in the first few days.
  3. Avoid icing your piercing.
  4. If you experience bleeding or swelling, do not drink alcohol or caffeine as they may exacerbate symptoms.
  5. No gum!

How long does Monroe piercing take to heal?

An advantage of a monroe piercing is that the lip area generally heals faster than other piercings. The estimated healing time given by professional piercers for this type of lip piercing is between 8–12 weeks, but many find it heals in 3–6 weeks.