by Timebomb Tattoo & Piercing Bournemouth | Feb 28, 2026 | Piercing
So, youโve noticed a new bump around your fresh piercing. Itโs a moment that can send a shiver of dread down anyoneโs spine. The first question that pops into your head is almost always, "Oh no, is this a keloid?" Itโs a totally valid concern, and one we...
by Timebomb Tattoo & Piercing Bournemouth | Feb 27, 2026 | Piercing
That first week with a new tongue piercing is always a strange mix of excitement and "is this normal?" anxiety. It's crucial to know the difference between standard healing and the early tongue piercing signs of infection. We're talking about...
by Timebomb Tattoo & Piercing Bournemouth | Feb 26, 2026 | Piercing
So, youโre thinking about getting a tongue piercing and want to know where you stand, legally speaking. Itโs one of the first questions we get asked, and the answer isn't quite as straightforward as you might think. Officially, the age for a tongue piercing in...
by Timebomb Tattoo & Piercing Bournemouth | Feb 25, 2026 | Piercing
Let's be honest, trying to pin down the exact cost of a septum piercing can feel a bit like guesswork. Thereโs no single, universal price tag. In the UK, youโre generally looking at a range between ยฃ35 and ยฃ100 for a quality septum piercing, which should cover...
by Timebomb Tattoo & Piercing Bournemouth | Feb 24, 2026 | Piercing
When a new piercing gets angry, itโs usually just irritated. But a pierced cartilage infection is a whole different beast. It happens when nasty bacteria sneak into the wound, leading to serious pain, swelling, and nasty-looking pus. Unlike a straightforward lobe...