Why write an FAQ on DIY piercing?
Whether I write and FAQ or not, people are going to pierce themselves at home. Not writing an FAQ will not stop that process, and writing one will not encourage it. This FAQ is written with the hope that it will make clear that home piercing is difficult to do properly, and that in all but the most extreme circumstances, the person would be better off seeking the aid of a professional. Why would someone not want to go to a professional? There are a thousand reasons a person might not want to go to a professional. Their state might not allow piercing, or they might be below the legal age required. There might not be any qualified piercers in their area, or they might be uncomfortable having someone else invade their space in this way. They might want to do the piercing in a sexual context, or they might simply not be able to afford going to a piercer. The validity of these reasons is of course debatable, but the point is that many people do not want to go to a piercing studio to get the
