monroe piercing

A Monroe piercing is also refered to as a Madonna piercing. It's a piercing in the part of the face between the top lip and the nose. It is typically meant to resemble a beauty mark made famous by Marilyn Monroe. It is thought that the name depends on whether the Monroe piercing is on the left or right side of the face. Marilyn Monroe's beauty mark was on the left side, and Madonna's beauty mark is on the right side, but the terms seem interchangeable. Monroe is the more common, and widely used name. Evidence suggests that piercings (including ear piercings) has been practiced by peoples all over the world from ancient times. Mummified bodies with piercings have been discovered, including the oldest mummified body discovered to date, which was found in an Austrian glacier. This mummy had ear piercings 7–11 mm in diameter. Nose piercings and ear piercings are mentioned in the Bible. In Genesis 24:22 Abraham 's servant gave an ear ring and bracelets to Rebekah, wife of his son Isaac. Nose piercings has been common in India since the 16th century. Tongue piercings were also popular with the elite of Aztec and Maya civilization, though it was carried out as part of a blood ritual and such piercings were not intended to be permanent. Ancient Mesoamericans wore jewellery in their ears, noses, and lower lips, and such decorations continue to be popular amongst indigenous peoples in these regions

Risks associated with a monroe piercing. A monroe piercing is an invasive procedure and is not without risks. When properly performed, these risks can be minimized, and most individuals who receive their monroe piercing from a professional, will enjoy a safe and healthy experience.