Piercings are known from the history of various cultures, often performed as part of religious rituals. In recent years, piercings have become widespread in various countries, including Latvia, especially among younger people and teenagers.

It should be noted that piercings take longer to heal than regular earrings, forming a protective epithelium.

After getting a piercing, strict hygiene and aftercare instructions must be followed. Healing time depends on the piercing location and can be quite lengthy:

• An ear cartilage piercing takes up to a year to heal;
• Navel piercings take anywhere from 4 months to a year to heal;
• For eyebrow piercings, it's 6-8 weeks;
• In the lips and tongue, they last for 2-3 months;
• A nose piercing heals in 8-10 weeks, but a septum piercing heals in 6-8 months.

Scarring can also occur as a complication.

According to Latvian Cabinet Regulation No. 182, piercing minors requires the permission of at least one parent.

Piercings should not be treated with alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, cologne, or any alcohol-containing products, as they dry out the skin and hinder the healing process.

Piercings need to be cared for with a product designed for that purpose.