fishbraiins helped me snap some photos of a bvla White Gold and Chrysoprase Afghan in a 8 month old Nostril I pierced last year. If you’re a regular on the piercing side of Instagram you’ll be very aware that chrysoprase was 100% “that b*#h” of genuine stones in body jewellery of 2025 so this was fun to do.

If you have ever had a nostril piercing from me or even asked me what my favourite piercing to do is you’ll hear me say nostril! For a few reasons I think?… A big one is that it was my first facial piercing, so I think they are kind of nostalgic. But also I honestly think they are sooo beautiful, nothing is more satisfying than a perfectly executed and flush piece of jewellery on a nostril, or a ring that fits exactly how the client wanted after months of healing because the time and care was taken with placement on the day it was pierced.

I love seeing all my piercings in this stage of healing it’s literally what I put all my energy into at that initial appointment and subsequent check ups. But there’s something else that taking these photos brought up in my mind. In my piercing journey I have always been a little self conscious about aligning safe piercing with gems and gold. Trying to transition to quality jewellery earlier in my career when the price point of quality titanium was far more than people in my area were used to paying. I was constantly having a lot of long conversations educating clients about something I was still trying to educate myself about.
But hear me out.. 😅 this piece of jewellery looks the same today as it did 9months ago and it will look the same years from now. Because in the same way I approach piercings thinking about how they will be best worn for the client their entire life this jewellery is doing the same. The quality settings of the jewellery and the absence of any plating means this jewellery is a lifelong investment. That’s not even touching on the benefits of the health of your piercing. So my thoughts? An ASTM F136 titanium disk in a nostril is just as high quality, just as safe and I love it just as much! But if you’re having it forever? White gold and Chrysoprase is a pretty solid choice also 😏✨

Bridge piercings = Bold and badass 💪

Not everyone has the correct anatomy to support a bridge piercing, but when they do, boy, do they make a statement! 💥

Healed and downsized, with a classic implant grade titanium barbell from anatometalinc

The jewellery may be minimal, but this piercing speaks for itself. 🔥

Solid yellow gold, dainty, and a bit of a sparkle was the vision, and this beautiful alchemyadornment clicker delivered perfectly ✅️ Effortlessly elegant yet subtle enough for everyday wear!

I not only had the pleasure of piercing this septum, but once it was fully healed, we upgraded it to this beauty!

There’s something so special about installing someone’s forever jewellery — especially when it’s exactly what they envisioned 🖤

There’s something special about a fresh downsize — especially with a BVLA glow-up ✨

This 18kt white gold Afghan Pear with Smoky Quartz from bvla bvlalove feels both grounding and radiant.

Smoky Quartz is known for its protective energy, but beyond that… it’s simply breathtaking 🖤

Boom! 💥 You do one septril piercing, and then everyone wants one!

No, Brontè and I have actually been planning this bad boy for several years, and her circumstances now allowed us to finally stop talking about it and actually do it! 🎉

Although Jackson had a lot more space due to his larger stretched septum, the height made it challenging. This septum was only about 5/6mm, so there was much less space.

We picked out this super dainty 14k solid yellow gold quad-bead from bodygems

Here, it is settling in at 3 months old, with a fresh little downsize. Thanks for your trust always, Brontè 🖤

For the first 3.5 days of 2026, I only pierced lobes…and I am not complaining!

Here`s a perfect example of why lobe piercings aren`t boring. I had the opportunity to utilise this clients earlobe space, and this triple high lobe piercing really complements their anatomy.

We chose this gorgeous Thea end from bvla with a faceted onyx and a bodygems quad-bead and dome end to accompany it, all in solid white gold ✨️

As the year is almost over, I`m going to take you on a journey. A journey back through time, that began in January 2025.🔮

Here, you can see the rare and mysterious piercings that the youth have termed as "angel fangs." I consulted with this client last year, and we discussed that their anatomy was suitable and ran through what to expect during the healing.

We did not start off with the jewellery you can see in the first pictures. As a cautious piercer, I insisted that we start with flat discs to accommodate a smooth healing process. 

As you scroll through, you will see the finished product captured in September, the initial downsize in July, and the fresh photos from January 🪄

I really wanted to capture the healing progress along the way. A huge thanks to my client for his trust, taking such great care of them, and for allowing me to document this 🖤

The circle gets the square ⭕️ 🔳

I love how this solid 14kt rose-gold cluster from bodygems turns a simple helix piercing into a little work of wearable art.

This was such a fun piercing to do! Clean lines, warm shine, perfect geometry ✨️

I knew Romi would love the white gold Bad Romance from buddhajewelryofficial that we brought back from APP this year, and I was right!

She let me pierce her tragus, especially for this piece, and I love it! 🖤

Guess who`s back? Apparently I like to hermit in real life, but also on social media. 

Here is a fresh vertical philtrum with jewellery from anatometalinc , including that super high polished M&M disc you can see my reflection in 💥

A huge thanks to my client for always getting the coolest piercings and letting me perform them. This client also got those fun forward-facing nostrils you may have seen me post a while back!

Super stoked with the result, and obsessed with the hematite bullet on top 😍

I know some of you were excited when you saw I was teaching again, buttttttttt sorry to disappoint. 🙅🏽‍♂️💚🙆🏽‍♂️

🍭 Good news first, I made a sweeetttt class (and directors cut PDF) called "Under the Hood: Tune Up Your VCH & HCH Knowledge" which you can download for free at:
www.joeltron.com/hood

☠️ Now the bad news, I was asked to cover a last minute gap for AUPP2025 in the vulva variety. I`m still taking a break from lecturing to continue to focus on self improvement and other projects I have in the works.

Thnx for all the supportive messages and offers tho, keep the love coming! 🦙🩷

AUPP2025 was an inspiring and energising experience – a beautiful gathering of passionate professionals dedicated to knowledge, safety, and the continual growth of our craft.

I’m truly honoured to have both taught and learned among such a vibrant, supportive community. 🫧💙🔧

#safepiercing #appmmber #auppmember #neilmedproteam

Absoultey thtirlled to not only be attending the Third Annual AUPP convference, but to be teaching two classes also!

– Under the Hood: Tune up your VCH & HCH Knowledge (AUS)
– Bubbles & Bling: Skin Prep for Piercers (AUS+NZ)

Big props to everyone attending, all the sponsors and most importaltly – the board and volunteers who this simply wouldn`t be possible without!
– Bubbles & Bling