If you’re into alternative styles, then you’ve probably noticed the growing popularity of the Medusa piercing (also known as the philtrum piercing). An alluring and unique piercing, the Medusa look offers a modern lip piercing that invites gorgeous charms and gemstones for an unmatched aesthetic.
Located below the septum and right above the lip, the Medusa piercing is categorized as a lip piercing, but it actually appears above the lip itself. Many who choose this piercing pair it with other styles, like a vertical labret piercing, to create an alluring cluster of lip piercing jewelry.
Like all piercings, you need to adhere to proper aftercare practices, be aware of healing times, and know any potential health risks associated with the piercing. Whether you’re considering a Medusa or simply curious about the piercing process, you’ve come to the right place! Here’s a quick and easy guide to get you started on your Medusa piercing journey.
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Since the lips and the area around the lips have more nerve endings than other body parts, you can expect a bit of pain during the piercing process, but it will be quick. Since the Medusa consists of only one puncture that your piercer will complete in one fluid motion, the pinch will last only a moment followed by some throbbing associated with any piercing.
The Medusa piercing tends to see a lot of swelling. Don’t be alarmed; this is characteristic of all lip piercings. If your Medusa piercing swells, pay attention to the jewelry. If the jewelry starts pressing against the skin, you’ll need to have your piercer switch out the jewelry for a larger size. Once swelling has gone down (after a few days), you can switch to a smaller jewelry size.
Depending on your anatomy, your body’s immune system, and how well you take care of your piercing during healing, the Medusa will take 2 - 3 months to fully heal. It’s important to note that these are the minimum healing times, and it can take longer depending on your body’s ability to heal. Therefore, be sure to visit your piercer and have them confirm that your Medusa piercing has fully healed before changing the jewelry and stopping aftercare practices. Failure to do so could result in damage that prolongs healing, causes trauma, or even causes you to lose the piercing.
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Like all other piercings, keeping your healing Medusa piercing clean requires nothing more than cleaning it 2 - 3 times daily with a piercing aftercare saline solution per your piercer’s instructions. When choosing an aftercare solution, make sure that you choose one that only contains salt and water. Some piercing aftercare solutions contain additives, like tea tree oil, that are advertised to excel healing but actually inhibit it.
Beyond keeping your Medusa clean, there are a few more things that you need to keep in mind to keep your piercing safe until it fully heals.
Like any piercing, there’s a risk of side effects. Most of these side effects can be avoided through proper care, however, snags can happen, and sometimes, a side effect may appear even if you’ve done everything right.
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Now that we’ve covered the scary parts about this super cute piercing, it’s time to get to the fun part: the jewelry.
Although there are tons of body jewelry material options out there, there are actually only a few suitable body jewelry materials, as per the Association of Piercing Professionals. (You can find that full list here.) For starter jewelry, we recommend titanium. Titanium is inexpensive, and it contains few alloys, so it won’t irritate your skin. However, starter jewelry should only be worn for the first week or so since it will be a bit oversized to accommodate swelling.
Once swelling has gone down, you can switch to a gorgeous 14k gold or platinum piece. These two jewelry materials look amazing, and they are durable enough to last a lifetime.
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By far, the most popular jewelry seen in a Medusa is a lip piercing stud. A lip stud consists of a flat disc back, a barbell, and a bead or charm screwed to the front. You’ll want to opt for internally threaded jewelry to avoid snags or tears.
Most Medusa piercings take either a 14G or 16G lip stud. When you choose the length of the lip stud’s barbell, make sure that the stud doesn’t extend too far or pinch too tightly. Jewelry that’s too small can embed in the skin, and larger jewelry might scrape against your gums and contribute to a receding gum line.
1. Gently remove the existing jewelry by unscrewing the back of the jewelry and pulling the stud out of the piercing from the front.
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3. Gently insert the prong of the Medusa lip piercing stud into the piercing hole. Try not to move the jewelry around too much. Extensive movement could cause trauma to the piercing, even when fully healed.
4. Screw the back into the prong. Make sure that you don’t tighten too much so that you don’t damage the threading. It should be firm but not too tight.
The location of the Medusa piercing helps accentuate the shape of your lips and draws attention to the lower half of your face. Because it typically hosts smaller jewelry, people with many different face shapes can rock this piercing to its fullest.
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However, its location also makes it a prominent piercing, so you want to make sure that you are 100% positive that this is a piercing that you want before taking the plunge.
If you’re susceptible to receding gum lines or other oral issues, you might want to think twice about this piercing. Healing time will depend on your oral hygiene, and the jewelry can rub against your gums, causing issues.
If there’s only a small space between your lips and your septum, you might want to consider other lip piercings like the labret, Monroe, or Madonna.
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Although prices vary, this piercing will cost you somewhere between US $40 and US $80. Since the piercing is located near many nerve endings, needs to be centrally located, and is extra susceptible to bacterial infection because of its location in the mouth, you won’t want to skimp on the quality of your piercer. Don’t be afraid to spend a little more so that you can be sure that you’re happy with your piercing.
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The double Medusa piercing consists of two vertical punctures beneath the septum. This style looks adorable with two dainty lip studs stacked on top of each other. Since two piercings are required for this style, often piercers recommend that you receive them one at a time for less pain and easier healing.
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