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Facts of Body piercing

Although many people claim that body piercing does not hurt, the fact is that it is against the law for the piercer to give you an anaesthetic injection before the procedure.  They may use creams, wipes or sprays to numb the area that is being pierced, but this is not recommended due to an increased risk of infection.

Anyone over the age of 18 years can legally have a body piercing.  The risks of self-piercing are high so it is always best to visit a professional piercer.  A reputable piercer will ask for parental consent before allowing someone under the age of 18 years to have a piercing.  Young people under the age of 16 years cannot have their genitalia pierced under English law (this include female breasts), as this is regarded as indecent assault to which the customer cannot legally consent.

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