Christina Piercing Guide: Healing, Pain & Aftercare Tips

The Christina piercing is a vertical surface genital piercing. It sits at the very top of the vulva, right where the outer labia meet, above the clitoral hood.

It goes through the mons pubis, which is the fleshy mound of tissue just below your lower belly and above your clitoris.

This isn’t a deep piercing. It doesn’t go anywhere near your vaginal canal or inner labia. This is purely surface-level bling. So, you might want to rethink if you’ve got something more extreme in mind.

But its placement looks really striking, especially with the right Christina piercing jewellery peeking out.

Don’t confuse the Christina with other intimate piercings for women, such as:

• HCH piercing (horizontal clitoral hood)
• VCH piercing (vertical clitoral hood)

Because the Christina doesn’t enhance sexual sensation or intensify orgasms like its cousins do.

Yet the Christina piercing is an undeniably sensual aesthetic flex, making you feel erotic, bold, and bougie below the belt.

Here’s a reality check. Not everyone’s built for a Christina.

It depends on whether you’ve got enough tissue on your mons pubis to pierce through.

You need:

• A noticeable mound of soft, fleshy tissue above the clitoral hood
• A sufficient natural pinchable area to accommodate the barbell

Otherwise, you might experience surface piercing rejection if the area is flat, taut, or lacking depth. Or worst ways, you won’t be able to get pierced at all.

While often described as a female genital piercing, the Christina is suitable for anyone with the right anatomy!

It’s a good idea to do a quick self-test before you set your heart on a Christina or book an appointment:

• Place your fingers just above your clitoral hood.
• Try to pinch the skin between your thumb and forefinger.
• Got a good grab? You’re probably ok.
• Flat with no give? The Christina might be a non-starter.

Still not sure either way? A reputable piercer will always carry out a consultation before committing to female genital piercings.

This might feel a bit intrusive. But honestly, experienced piercers don’t bat an eyelid over male and female bits and pieces.

And ultimately, you don’t want to end up with a surface piercing rejection in a few weeks, do you?

Let’s take a step-by-step stroll through a typical Christina piercing appointment. No sugarcoating. No awkward surprises:

Consultation

Your piercer will check your anatomy, talk to you about Christina piercing jewellery options, and explain the procedure. This is when they’ll say yes or no, based on your unique biology.

Paperwork

You’ll need to fill in a consent form and show valid ID. (Steer well clear of any piercer touting intimate piercings for women or men under the age of 18. It’s considered sexual assault in the eyes of the law!)

Prep

A tidy up might be necessary if you’ve got a bushy situation going on. They’ll also cleanse the area with a surgical grade anti-bacterial solution.

Marking

Next, your piercer will mark both entry and exit points on your skin with a surgical pen. And you can check the symmetry and placement before they go ahead.

Christina Piercing A-Go-Go

And breathe! They’ll pinch the skin and insert a sterilised needle vertically through the tissue into a receiving tube. You might experience pressure, stinging, and slight bleeding. But the good news is it’s over in seconds.

Christina Piercing Jewellery Insertion

A long curved bar, typically made of titanium, gold, or surgical steel, is inserted to allow for swelling. Internally threaded jewellery is best to avoid tears.

Genital Piercing Aftercare Brief

They’ll clean the area, check you’re not woozy, and talk you through your aftercare routine (which we’ll come on to later).

On average you can expect to fork out the following:

• Christina piercing cost - £40.00 - £75.00
• Christina piercing jewellery - £10.00 - £60.00

The cost can vary, based on several factors, such as geography and your piercer’s reputation.

Christina piercing pain is subjective, depending on your biology, mindset, and pain threshold.

But surprisingly, the Christina generally scores moderately in terms of ouch factor, despite being one of the more intimate piercings. Many sistas describe momentary discomfort rather than soul-destroying agony.

That said, the following factors can crank up your pain sensitivity:

• Stress
• Lack of sleep
• Hunger
• PMS (pre-menstrual syndrome)

So, it’s best to show up rested, hydrated, and well-fed. And don’t be scared to bring a piercing partner along for moral support, or even a squeezy stress toy.

Christina piercing healing time can be anywhere from three to six months. But some queens report taking up to a year to get back to full comfort levels down there! It’s a personalised journey, and everybody’s is as different as their anatomy.

But truthfully, this is not the kind of piercing you can just set and forget.

The Christina lives in a warm, damp, high friction area. As a result, bacteria, sweat, and rubbing are all potential triggers.

This is why you might experience some common healing issues that don’t necessarily mean anything’s going wrong. For example:

• Swelling and redness (initially normal)
• Crusty discharge (clean it, but don’t pick!)
• Irritation from tight or lacy underwear
• Prolonged soreness, angry skin, or funky odour = check with your piercer

All the same, you’ll want to do everything possible to ensure stress-free healing.

What to do:

• Clean twice a day with sterile saline spray (see more below)
• Gently pat dry with a clean paper towel (because terry towels can catch and snag, cottonwool can leave fluff where it isn’t wanted, and tissues can disintegrate)
• Keep your hands off, even though the temptation to touch it is seriously overwhelming
• Wear soft cotton underwear or, better still, go commando if you feel comfortable
• Abstain from sex until fully healed, or use a barrier and be exceptionally careful if you can’t wait to get it on

What NOT to do:

• Don’t twist it, turn it, or fiddle with it
• Don’t use harsh soaps or alcohol
• Don’t go swimming in public pools, wild swimming, or soak in hot tubs
• Don’t let anyone else’s bodily fluids near it
• Don’t remove your Christina piercing jewellery until you’re fully healed and ready

Let’s not beat around the bush (pun very much intended) when it comes to genital piercing aftercare for your shiny new Christina piercing.

After all, you’re dealing with one of the most sensitive zones on your body. You really don’t want to upset it with some generic, chemical-laced solution better suited to cleaning floors than soothing female genital piercings!

For all these reasons, it’s non-negotiable to choose a sterile, piercing-safe saline solution such as LobeLove™ Saline Piercing Spray as your new bathroom essential.

What’s the big deal about this small but mighty 30ml bottle? Where do we start?

It’s:

• Packed with professional-grade, preservative- and alcohol-free magic
• Made with a 0.9% sodium chloride solution, which is the gold standard for safe, effective cleansing
• Ideal for flushing out impurities and keeping irritation at bay without any sting or side-eye from your bits
• Non-aerosol and pocket-friendly, making on-the-go spritzes a cinch

Basically, this is the spray to trust when you’re serious about the safe healing of a surface genital piercing in your most delicate real estate.

Make no mistake. All that glitters should be implant grade when it comes to starter Christina piercing jewellery.

Your first piece is likely to be a long curved barbell to accommodate swelling. It should be:

• Internally threaded
• Smooth without any roughness or texture on the surface
• Made from hypoallergenic materials

So, don’t settle for anything less than the following material picks for your wicked new Christina piercing:

• Implant grade titanium (ASTM F-136) - Hypoallergenic, lightweight, top of the shop
• Solid 14k gold - Buttery, luxe, also hypoallergenic, but avoid gold-plated pieces, which flake and can cause adverse reactions
• Implant grade 316L stainless steel - Affordable and up to the job, (although gold and titanium are the absolute go-to for ensuring pain-free, safe healing, especially if you’ve got a nickel allergy)

Then, let your vibe shine after healing. This is when you can swap to a shorter barbell with decorative ends like hearts or stars, crystals, gems, or even custom designed ends.

Surface piercing rejection is the not so sexy side of the Christina piercing, which comes with a higher-than-average rejection rate.

Why?

Because this surface genital piercing is in a high motion area with lots of friction. As a result, your body might eventually push your Christina piercing jewellery out like an unwanted party crasher.

So, what are the warning signs surface piercing rejection might be on the cards?

• Christina piercing jewellery sitting closer to the surface
• Enlarged piercing hole
• Ongoing redness
• Constant irritation or migration

And the best plan if you spot rejection starting?

• Take it out under guidance
• Clean the area
• Let it heal naturally

Yes, it’s an absolute bummer after coming so far. But a small scar is better than an infected or ripped out piercing in your lady garden!

Still torn between a Christina and a HCH or VCH?

Let’s do a quick at-a-glance comparison:

Christina = a unique, decorative look with minimal erotic function

HCH / VCH = when you want to ramp up your pleasure game

Q: Can anyone get a Christina piercing?

A: Nope. You need enough pinchable flesh on the mons pubis. Consult a pro to find out if you’ve got what it takes from the waist down or not.

Q: Does it feel good during sex?

A: Not directly. But many find the confidence boost and eroticism as sexy AF, which can spice up your sex life overall.

Q: Can I take it out later?

A: Yes, but you might be left with a small scar. This might be visible if you’re a Hollywood kinda gal.

Q: What should I wear when it’s healing?

A: Loose, breathable clothing and soft cotton undies and joggers are your best bets. Or give the knickers a miss altogether for the time being.

Q: What if it starts to reject?

A: Early intervention can save the piercing. So, see your piercer if you’re concerned about surface piercing rejection. But don’t just yank it out yourself, whatever you do!

The Christina piercing is a bold, unique, and drop-dead gorgeous body mod. But it’s not a spur-of-the-moment decision. It demands:

• The right anatomy
• Expert technique
• Conscientious aftercare

Still vibing with it? Then do it right.

At Stretch It Body Jewellery, we’ve got all the intel and the premium Christina piercing jewellery for a body mod as confident, cool, and custom as you are.

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