Nick Dimpsey - Founder of OSCO

Many clients wonder whether getting pierced in summer or winter affects how much the piercing hurts. Some believe cold weather increases sensitivity, while others assume summer heat makes the process more uncomfortable. Piercing pain is a common concern, especially for first time clients who are not sure what to expect. Although the actual piercing moment is quick, the surrounding conditions such as temperature, humidity and how the body reacts to seasonal changes can influence how the...

Body piercings are now a normal part of personal style for many people in the UK, but medical scans such as MRI, CT and X ray imaging sometimes raise understandable questions about whether jewellery must be removed, whether it affects the safety of the scan or whether the piercing itself could be harmed. Many clients worry about losing a well established piercing if they have to remove the jewellery. Others wonder whether certain metals interact with the powerful magnetic field used in an MRI...

Stretching a piercing is a slow and deliberate process that allows the skin and tissue to expand gradually without causing damage. When done correctly, stretching can be comfortable, predictable and sustainable, giving you the option to wear a wide range of jewellery styles and sizes. When done too quickly or without proper guidance, it can lead to tearing, blowouts, thinning tissue and long term complications that are difficult to correct. Many clients begin stretching because they love the...