An Ultimate Clit Piercing Guide

A clitoral hood piercing is is a female genital piercing that is done through the clitoral hood surrounding the clitoris, hence also known as the 'hood piercing'.

It may sound a bit weird, but if you are in the right professional hands and are absolutely sure that this is something that you really want to get done, there is nothing to feel awkward or even scared about.

Here are a few burning questions that you may want answered before opting for a hood piercing:

Will it hurt?

Though a myth surrounds the hood piercing, it is rather uncomplicated since the piercing passes through a thin layer of tissue and hurts even less than an ear piercing or a nipple piercing. However a sharp and intense pain will be felt and will leave you uncomfortable, as of course, it is a sharp object passing through your private parts.

Isn't it awkward?

Yes, it is quite awkward! It feels like a trip to your gynecologist where you have to drop your pants in front of a stranger and let them do their business. You have to take a good amount of time to think first if you really want this piercing, and once decided, you will have to be bold, brave and very confident. The piercing parlour that you opt also must be a registered and hygienic one with a professional staff.

How long does it take to heal?

The healing time for a clit piercing is also short due to the amount of blood circulation to the area, but you must keep the area clean at all times, and must be cautious if any kind of allergy or infection starts to appear. Since the area is quite sensitive, the piercing may cause a minimum bleeding, and you will be uncomfortable for some time even when the piece of jewellery rubs against clothing.

Where exactly is the jewellery placed?

A number of different options are available for a hood piercing, however the most common is the vertical clitoral hood (VCH) piercing, which involves a slightly curved bar being put directly through the skin covering the clitoris. This position gives increased pleasure during sexual activity, and increases stimulation. Other options include piercing the horizontal clitoral hood (HCH), triangle, inner labia, outer labia, fourchette, Christina and Princess Albertina piercings.

Does it increase sexual pleasure?

Yes! The number one reason women get their clit pierced is to increase sexual pleasure. The vertical clitoral hood piercing is done for this, while other placements for clit piercings are mostly just for adorning the area.

After how long can I have sex after a clit piercing?

It is advised to refrain from sexual activity during the healing process as it may raise the bar for sexually transmitted diseases. Unless if unfortunately you contract an infection, you are good to go after a week or two.