Found this on Wikipedia, hope it helps a little

Most of the time the cartilage itself is not pierced, but the small gap between the cartilage and the bottom of the nose, typically at 14ga (1.6mm) although it is often stretched to a larger gauge. The nose has many nerves running through it and nose piercings can be painful, but it varies by…[Read more]

Thanks for the replies guys. I have one more question though. After the piercing (I’m thinking about going 14 ga. for the initial piercing), I’m assuming I’ll have to wear regular studs or hoops until they heal before I can change them out right?

she said betty BOOB! good stuff butterfly

Yeah, me too. I like the old school stuff. Looks good

Being on your forearm and the skin on your arms constantly moving/twisting, what does it matter? I have a piece on mine that looks fine while standing still, but when I roatate my wrist it moves as well. I agree with the touchup though. New lines and some color and it’ll be fine.

Gotta figure out how to first, then I’ll post in pic thread