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Nose Piercing

A nose piercing can look small, but the details matter. Placement matters. Jewelry matters. And because a nostril piercing moves with your face, the way it is placed and fitted has a real impact on healing and long-term comfort.

At Stacked, we take a thoughtful approach to nose piercing. We consider your anatomy, where the piercing will sit on the nostril, and how the jewelry will wear day to day before anything is placed. The goal is not just to make it look good in the moment. It is to make sure it feels balanced, heals well, and wears comfortably over time.

Why Stacked Piercing?

Why get a nose piercing at Stacked?

Because facial piercing should feel considered.

We don’t rush. We look at your anatomy, help you choose jewelry that is hypoallergenic and designed for healing, and place everything with long-term comfort in mind. No piercing guns. No intimidating energy. Just thoughtful placement, curated jewelry, and guidance that continues after the appointment. That approach is core to The Stacked Method™.

Why Thoughtful Nose Piercing Matters

A nose piercing sits in a prominent spot, so small placement decisions make a big difference. The right placement can feel natural on your face and work with the jewelry you want to wear long-term. The wrong fit can create irritation you keep chasing.

That’s the point of Stacked. We design piercing for how it lives on your body, not just how it looks on day one. With nose piercing especially, placement, fit, and jewelry all need to work together.

Cost + Age Requirements

Nose Piercing Fee: $70

Age Requirement: 15+

Appointment Length: 30 Minutes

Upon booking your appointment, the piercing fee is due in full.

The piercing fee does not include the cost of jewelry.

We have options across a range, from just getting started to more elevated pieces. You can browse a few options in our Lookbook.

We pierce with ASTM F136 implant-grade titanium flat back posts and threadless tops. Nose piercings are typically done at 18g, with post lengths usually ranging from 5/16" (8mm) to 3/8" (10mm) depending on your tissue and anatomy. Proper fit matters here. Jewelry that is too tight can create pressure, while jewelry that is too long can shift and catch more easily.

Hoops can be worn later, once the cartilage is fully settled. For most people, that is typically around 12+ months.

Nose Piercing Process

Nose piercing process

Your piercer will clean and mark your nose piercing first. Nostril piercings are often placed in the center or slightly forward on the outer curve of the nostril, but the final placement can be anatomy-specific.

Once placement is approved, the piercing is done with a needle, and jewelry is guided into place. No piercing guns. No rushed decisions. Just precise placement and a calm, supportive experience from start to finish.

Spa-like environment

Expert, state-licensed piercing professionals

Support for proper healing

14k solid gold + implant grade titanium

Need to cancel?

We get it, life happens. If you cancel at least 24 hours before your appointment, your piercing fee will be refunded in full.

Questions? Give us a call or email us at 815-782-2533 support@stackedpiercing.com.

Nose Piercing

$70.00

Nose Piercing Information

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Pain Level 3–4/10

Pain is personal, so this can vary. For most people, nose piercing is quick but noticeable, with a little more sensitivity than a lobe piercing.

 
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Nose Piercing Healing Timeline

Healing Time: 4-6+ months

A nose piercing is cartilage, so full healing can take longer than it first appears. Even when the outside looks settled, the inside may still be healing. That is why patience and good follow-through matter.

 
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Downsizing

This is one of the most important parts of healing well. A post that is too long for too long can move excessively, catch on towels or clothing, and create unnecessary irritation. The APP notes that many piercings require a downsize before they are fully healed, and properly fitted jewelry is an important part of healing.

Your initial jewelry is selected to leave room for swelling, but that does not mean it should stay that way for the full healing period.

For a nose piercing, the initial downsize is often considered around 6 weeks, depending on swelling, jewelry style, and how your body is healing. Some people need more time. Others are ready right on schedule.

A piercing begins in the studio, but the healing happens with you. We require a six-week check-up for every client, so we can take a look at how things are healing, talk through any questions, and offer guidance.

 

Piercing Aftercare

What to do, what to look out for, and when to contact us.

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Keep It Simple

  • Wash your hands before touching it
  • Clean with sterile saline while healing
  • Dry gently with clean disposable products
  • Do not twist, spin, or rotate the jewelry
  • Avoid sleeping on that side
  • Avoid pressure from headphones, helmets, hats, or phones when possible
  • Don’t change the jewelry early
  • Don’t use alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, ointments, or harsh cleansers
  • Our bodies heal the piercings; saline just keeps it clean. Anything else can be irritating since it’s an open wound

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Normal Healing Signs

During healing, it’s normal to have:

  • Mild swelling
  • Tenderness
  • Some crusting
  • Occasional redness after being bumped or cleaned
  • A piercing that feels fine one day and slightly irritated the next

APP guidance notes that some bleeding, swelling, tenderness, bruising, itching, and whitish-yellow discharge that dries into crust can all be part of normal healing.

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When to check in

Reach out if you have:

  • Increasing pain instead of gradual improvement
  • Significant swelling that doesn’t settle
  • Jewelry that feels too tight
  • Embedding concerns
  • Heat, spreading redness, or discharge that seems unusual
  • A bump that keeps getting worse

Cancellations

If you cancel within 24 hours of your appointment, your deposit will be kept and treated as the cancellation fee. If you cancel before the 24 hour window, your piercing fee will be refunded in full.

Rescheduling

Need to move your appointment? You can reschedule without a fee as long as it’s more than 24 hours in advance. There will be a link to reschedule in your appointment confirmation email.

Late Arrivals + Documentation

Arriving more than 5 minutes late or not having the required documentation will be treated as a cancellation, and your deposit will be retained. If you’re running late, call us 815-782-2533 — if availability allows, we may be able to move you to a later time.