More of this Feature • Part 1: The Christina • Part 2: Clitoris Piercing • Part 3: The Fourchette • Part 4: Horizontal Clitoral Hood • Part 5: Inner Labia • Part 6: Outer Labia • Part 7: The Triangle • Part 9: Uncommon Piercings • Part 10: New Piercing Aftercare

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Vertical Clitoral Hood [Picture]

The vertical hood piercing is the easiest, least painful, most stimulating, and quickest healing female genital piercing there is. Almost all women are physically and anatomically suited for this piercing, it is very attractive, and it provides the best direct stimulation to the clitoris without penetrating it.

The jewelry is inserted into the hood tissue just above the clitoris. The jewelry rests easily on the clitoris, and because it runs parallel with the natural contour of the woman's shape, it yields to the natural movements with little or no twisting or binding.

Once the body has become accustomed to the piercing, you may find that it does not feel as stimulating as it once did. Taking the jewelry out for a while and then reinserting it, changing jewelry, or increasing gauge size can help to regain the "new" feeling.

Recommended jewelry for vertical hood piercing is 10, 12, or 14 gauge curved barbell or captive bead ring. (Understand gauge sizes with this Interactive Gauge Comparison Chart)

Estimated healing time: 4-6 weeks

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