by corazon_de_oro » Sun Jul 29, 2012 4:33 pm
Okay, there's really no need to call it "bullshit." We wouldn't say it if it wasn't true.
On this forum, we see so much of "But I did that and my ears are fine!" but that really means nothing. Just because you wore acrylic and all your friends wore acrylic and nothing bad happened doesn't mean acrylic is great for stretches. Some people might not have problems with it but others will. Acrylic is a very porous material and if worn long enough it can actually release toxins into the body. Tapers are long and awkwardly shaped and can get knocked easily, which can cause a blowout even days after a stretch. It has happened to people, even if it hasn't happened to you. Don't you think it's better not to risk it?
I'm Lindsay.
I have 1/2" lobes and 11 piercings: left helix x2, both conches, both nostrils, septum, navel, and VCH.
My lobes are small but I know a lot about stretching and how to do it safely, so message me if you have any questions!