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Inner
& Outer Labia:
The
origins of labia piercings are much the
same as for the male foreskin - as a means
of imposing chastity through the practice
of infibulation. A ring or similar device
is used to hold the labia together,
closing the entrance to the vagina
preventing the wearer from having
intercourse and/or accessing the clitoris
for stimulation. This practice has some
attractions to aficionados of Bondage
& Discipline scenes where such
restraint can be very erotic.
Labia
piercings are also very decorative and can
be done singularly or in many pairs,
depending on your anatomy. They are often
placed higher than the vaginal entry to
maximise stimulation to the clitoral area
and minimise discomfort during
penetration.
Rings and
Circular Barbells are very popular in
labia piercings, although a range of
novelty jewellery, including padlocks
(working and non-working models!) are
available! The addition of weights to
healed labia piercings can also be very
erotic and increase the sensitivity of the
area.
Piercings of
the inner labia tend to heal faster than
the outer labia due to the different
tissue types. The inner labia has a more
profuse blood supply that tends to support
rapid healing.
The
Clitoris:
Piercing
of the clitoris can provide intense sexual
stimulation for a woman. Some find this
piercing amazing and others can find its
effects make the clitoris too sensitive.
However, there are many women whose
clitoris is not large enough to safely
pierce and piercing of the clitoris when
it is too small may result in a decreased
sensation, so it is advisable to seek the
opinion of a very experienced piercer
before considering this option.
Rings and
small barbells are the most common types
of jewellery used for this piercing.
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The Clitoral
Hood:
This is
by far the most popular genital piercing for
women. The piercing is made through the loose
tissue that covers the urethra and clitoris.
Correctly placed it can provide extra clitoral
stimulation during intercourse as well as being
visually erotic. Many women also comment on its
usefulness as a marker for the, sometimes,
elusive clitoris during foreplay. There are two
ways of piercing the clitoral hood - horizontally
or vertically..
Horizontal
Hood Piercing
- Horizontal
hood piercing is most commonly done with a
beaded ring and placed so that the bead rests
either on the clitoris itself or on the hood
where it covers the clitoris. This depends on
your anatomy and personal preference. The
friction of the bead on the clitoris provides
the extra stimulation during intercourse or
whenever pressure is applied to this area.
Horizontal hood piercing is most effective when
the clitoris is exposed or sits high under the
clitoral hood so that there is minimal distance
between the bead and the clitoris. If your
clitoris is deep and requires more pressure to
achieve sensation, then a vertical hood piercing
is recommended.
Vertical
Hood Piercing -
With a vertical
hood piercing, the jewellery is placed
vertically so that the bead or ball sits up
under the clitoral hood to encourage direct
contact with the clitoris. The pressure created
by the ball during stimulation can be very
sensual and is particularly suited to women with
a deep clitoris and/or large labia. While beaded
rings can be used in a vertical piercing, better
results are often achieved through the use of a
small curved or straight barbell.
More than any other
body piercing, correct placement of either a
vertical or horizontal clitoral hood piercing is
critical to its success, so make sure you
consult an experienced piercer before having one
done.
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Other
Female Genital Piercings
Whilst the
piercings listed above are the most common
female genital piercings performed, there
are often new piercings being developed.
Two genital piercings that a
relative newcomers are the Fourchette
and Triangle piercings
The
Fourchette: The Fourchette is
placed at the base of the vaginal entrance
where a thin 'lip' of skin exists
connecting to the perineum. Placement of a
ring in this area can provide some erotic
sensation, but because of its position and
the pressures that can be put on it during
intercourse, healing can be difficult and
it is not unusual for these piercings to
reject.
The
Triangle: The Triangle piercing
is a deep piercing behind the clitoris
which can provide intense and extremely
pleasurable stimulation to the back of the
clitoris. Women cannot usually achieve
this type of sensation i.e. usually
stimulation is achieved via the front and
sides, and therefore this piercing is
quite desirable. However, your anatomy is
crucial when deciding whether this
piercing would be possible. An examination
is necessary before considering this
piercing.
Due to the
depth of this piercing, healing time is
often longer than for other female genital
piercings and some discomfort may be
experienced during the healing period.
More
information regarding risks and healing
time will be published in a later
issue....
Disclaimer
Information
kindly supplied by http://www.thepiercingurge.com.au/
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