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Think of getting your chin or brow pierced. Well, before you blindly follow a fashion, we suggest you pay heed to certain things before going under the needle.

Think twice: Before piercing your tongue or lip or any other body parts for that matter, think twice. You cannot undo once it's done. So consider carefully.

Reveal medical history: Reveal your medical history with your piercing professional. For instance, if you are diabetic, then you could be at a greater risk of developing skin infection post piercing. So talk out the risks first.

Understand the risks:  Just because a friend of yours didn't have an infection post piercing doesn't mean you are immune to it as well. Piercing can cause scarring, keloids, skin injuries and other infection. So understand your risk before making that prick.

Find an expert: Go for an expert professional. Also, ensure that the place you get pierced is a certified one and follows all hygiene and safety standards.

AW: Suchorita Dutta Choudhury