You’ve probably heard of nostril piercings and septum piercings. They’re some of the most common nose piercings out there. But there’s another option that’s much more rare and intense: the nasallang piercing.
This piercing is bold, unique, and definitely not beginner-friendly. Before you even think about getting one, it’s important to understand how it works, how painful it can be, and what the healing process looks like.
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A nasallang piercing is a single straight barbell that passes through both nostrils and the septum all at once.
The needle enters through one nostril, travels through the cartilage of the septum, and exits through the other nostril. Even though it looks like you have two separate nostril piercings from the outside, they are actually connected by one piece of jewelry.
Because it combines multiple piercings into one, a nasallang is often considered an advanced or extreme piercing.
A nasallang piercing isn’t something most beginners start with. There are several reasons why experienced piercers usually recommend it only for people who already have piercing experience.
Because the placement has to line up perfectly through both nostrils and the septum, the piercing requires a skilled and experienced piercer. Always research studios and make sure your piercer has experience with advanced piercings before committing.
Before the piercing begins, your piercer will first check your nasal anatomy. Not everyone’s nose structure works well for this piercing, so they’ll confirm that it’s safe and possible for you.
Once your anatomy is approved, the piercer will:
Because the needle passes through three areas of cartilage, accuracy is extremely important. A professional piercer will take their time to make sure everything lines up correctly.
The standard jewelry for this piercing is a straight barbell.
Your piercer will usually start you with an implant grade titanium barbell that is slightly longer than normal. The extra length gives your nose room to swell during the early healing stage.
The exact gauge and length of the jewelry depends on your anatomy. Once swelling goes down, your piercer may recommend downsizing to a shorter barbell for comfort and stability.
After the piercing fully heals, you can experiment with different end styles or even add nostril chains for a unique look.
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Let’s be honest—this piercing is known for being very painful.
Most septum piercings pass through the “sweet spot,” which is softer tissue inside the nose. A nasallang piercing does not go through that area. Instead, it passes directly through nasal cartilage.
That means you’re essentially getting three cartilage piercings at the same time.
Pain tolerance is different for everyone, but many people rate the nasallang piercing very high on the pain scale.
Healing a nasallang piercing takes patience. Since it passes through multiple areas of cartilage, the body needs more time to recover.
Most nasallang piercings take about:
Swelling, tenderness, and soreness are common early on. Staying consistent with your aftercare routine makes a big difference in how smoothly your piercing heals.
Keeping your aftercare routine simple is the best way to help your piercing heal.
If you need to blow your nose, try to gently dab instead of blowing hard. Also check that glasses aren’t pressing against the jewelry, which could cause irritation.
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This piercing definitely isn’t for everyone.
Also, if you already have separate nostril piercings and a septum piercing, they usually can’t be turned into a nasallang later. The angles typically won’t align correctly.
If you love the look but want something simpler, paired nostril piercings can create a similar appearance without the extreme piercing process.
A nasallang piercing is one of the most intense nose piercings you can get. It requires careful placement, a skilled piercer, and a lot of patience during healing.
But for people who love unique and bold piercings, the result can be incredibly striking.
If you’re considering one, take your time researching piercers, understand the commitment involved, and make sure your anatomy works for the piercing.
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