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A young woman with long dark hair, dramatic winged eyeliner, and a black choker looks directly at the camera. She wears a black top, framed by a decorative "Happy Birthday" border with a cake and whisk graphic.
The same woman, with long dark hair and dramatic winged eyeliner, raises her arms, possibly adjusting her hair. She wears a black top and a choker, framed by a decorative "Happy Birthday" border with a cake and whisk graphic.
A profile view of the woman with long dark hair, looking to the right. Her face is partially obscured by her hair, and the background is blurred. The image is framed by a decorative "Happy Birthday" border.
A close-up of the woman's face, with her eyes closed or looking down, and her hand resting against her cheek. Her dramatic winged eyeliner and a tattoo on her wrist are visible. Her long dark hair frames her face.
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TMI but idgaf

I got bakeracted on april 1st and they took out all my piercings, I was only in there for 38 hours but when I got back home and tried putting them in, only my vertical labret would budge after forcing through </3 I was really confident in my septum not closing but no :( trying to learn to relove my appearance now after going from ten facial piercings to one in the span of a year.

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... Read moreRecovering from having multiple facial piercings removed unexpectedly can be quite challenging, especially when you’re used to expressing yourself through your unique look. I faced a similar situation where, after only 38 hours away, I tried to put my piercings back in but only my vertical labret would budge without pain. It was emotionally tough losing my septum piercing, which I was sure wouldn’t close so quickly. From my experience, one important lesson is to be gentle and patient when reinserting piercings after a break — forcing them too hard can hurt your skin and prolong healing. Using lubricants specifically made for piercings can help ease the process. Also, keeping the piercing clean and avoiding irritation or trauma to the area can prevent further complications. Reinventing your look after such a change is an opportunity too. I learned to embrace a minimalist style starting with just one piercing, rediscovering my appearance without feeling incomplete. Sometimes, it’s therapeutic to take a break from multiple piercings to focus on skin health and self-care. If you ever need to temporarily remove your piercings due to medical or personal reasons, it helps to consult with a professional piercer about the best way to preserve your pierced holes. They can recommend suitable jewelry types or protective measures to avoid closure. In the end, adapting to changes in appearance, especially ones you didn’t plan for, takes time. Sharing personal experiences about piercing removal like this reminded me that I’m not alone in navigating identity and self-expression amid unexpected challenges.