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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How to Hide a Nose Piercing from your Parents PDF download Download Article Explore this Article methods 1 Using a Retainer to Hide the Piercing 2 Hiding Your Nose Piercing with Makeup or Bandages 3 Choosing a Fake Nose Ring Other Sections Questions & Answers Tips and Warnings Related Articles Expert Interview References Article Summary Co-authored by Stephanie Anders

Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Fact Checked

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This article was co-authored by Stephanie Anders. Stephanie Anders is a jeweler and piercer based in Los Angeles, California. With over 10 years of piercing experience, Stephanie opened her first tattoo and piercing studio in 2016. With her experience in the body piercing industry and creative passion for fine jewelry, she later founded SXO Studios and created a fine jewelry line that is safe for piercing. Stephanie has also traveled and worked with clients all over the world, with her client list including such stars as Jennifer Aniston, Jessica Alba, Cameron Diaz, Nicole Richie, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Sharon Osbourne. There are 8 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 824,070 times.

So, you want a nose piercing, but you're not allowed? There are ways you can downplay your piercing and make it less visible when your parents are around. The same methods work for people trying to hide a piercing at work.

Steps

Method 1 Method 1 of 3:

Using a Retainer to Hide the Piercing

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  1. Step 1 Buy a retainer used for nose piercings. 1 Buy a retainer used for nose piercings. These are high-tech plastic pieces that are specifically designed to conceal a nose ring.[1]
    • Conceal the piercing with a flesh-colored acrylic retainer.[2] There are small domes or balls of flesh colored acrylic that you can buy to cover up a nose piercing. They are sometimes made with clear Lucite.[3]
    • You can also cover the piercing with a tiny flat disc that you’ve painted with skin-tone nail polish. Clear glass and quartz nostril screws are also made to conceal nose rings.[4] The acrylic containers can also be better for people with sensitive skin.
  2. Step 2 Put in the retainer. 2 Put in the retainer. Nose piercing retainers are designed to hide the nose piercing completely. It may look like a mole or pimple. Some may even be invisible, though, and, of course, that's the goal.
    • You insert the ball end straight into the piercing, so the clear cone remains on the outside of the piercing. The clear cone will look like a tiny bump on your skin.
    • Some of these retainers are very comfortable. They are also small so you might want to buy a few so if you lose one, you have another back up.[5]
    • You can also find retainers that will work for curved nose studs or nose screws. Some retainers come with a decorative ending that you can use when you are not trying to camouflage the piercing.[6] [7]
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  3. Step 3 Tuck the piercing into the nose. 3 Tuck the piercing into the nose. Wet the piercing with a little bit water. Put your hands into the piercing, and push it up.
    • Do this for a horseshoe piercing that’s worn in the septum. Don’t do this with a piercing that you just got because it will need to heal.
    • Obviously, you don’t want the tucking process with a nose ring, but it does work to conceal the ring in the septum.[8]
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Method 2 Method 2 of 3:

Hiding Your Nose Piercing with Makeup or Bandages

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  1. Step 1 Apply your regular foundation. 1 Apply your regular foundation. You should also put powder on your face. Use a highly concentrated concealer with a concealer brush.
    • Brush the concealer over the piercing. Work the product into the area. Choose a color that is closely matched to your skin.
    • Take a sponge to blend the makeup into the area so that it looks natural
  2. Step 2 Use blister bandages. 2 Use blister bandages. Use the outside of the bandage. Cut it into a small strip with a pair of scissors. Put the tiny strip on your face over the nose ring.
    • Then, hold it down with tweezers as you stick it back on, and then cut around it so that it covers the nose ring. Cut the edges to make it almost look like a circle.
    • Then take liquid bandage and put two coats on the small piece. You should be able to buy this at many department stores. It will smell like nail polish. Apply it over the small bandage over the piercing. Put on two or three coats, and let it dry.[9]
    • Complete the process by placing makeup foundation over the piercing with a makeup sponge.
  3. Step 3 Make sure you don’t cause harm to yourself. 3 Make sure you don’t cause harm to yourself. Nose piercings can take longer to heal than ear piercing. That’s because the ears are made of softer tissue than the nose.
    • Don’t use a stud or a ring that’s too big to fit your nose or you could develop some scar tissue. Leave the piercing alone. Don’t tug on it, or you could also cause scar tissue.
    • You can also wear the retainer while the nose is healing. Make sure that you use sterile procedures – keeping the piercing clean – when you change nose piercings.
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Method 3 Method 3 of 3:

Choosing a Fake Nose Ring

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  1. Step 1 Get a fake nose ring. 1 Get a fake nose ring. If you’re worried about getting in trouble for having a nose ring or your parents won’t let you get one, how about trying a fake one?
    • A piercing is a serious decision. A fake nose piecing can allow you to test out the look with no regrets.
    • Nose piercings are painful. Why go through the pain when you can fake it, and still get the look! Try a magnetic or spring hoop ring. These look real, but they don’t require an actual puncture. Another positive is that you don’t risk having a scar.
  2. Step 2 Choose your fake nose ring variety. 2 Choose your fake nose ring variety. You have a lot of options when picking a fake nose ring, so play around with the look and feel.
    • Some fake nose rings are actually clip-ons that use small magnets that are placed on the inside of the nose. The nose ring itself shows as a small stud or bone that is attracted by the magnet.
    • Fake nose hoop rings work differently. They come with a small spring that looks like a disc. The spring clips the nose ring onto the nose. These fake nose rings look real to most people.
  3. Step 3 Buy clear nose rings. 3 Buy clear nose rings. You can get these at common accessory stores. Take a hair straightener, and melt the little ball at the end so it’s flat and sets against your skin.
    • Take out your regular nose ring. Take petroleum jelly. It will make it easier for the clear nose ring to insert into your nose. Put it on the spot where you have the nose piercing.
    • Put some of the jelly on the actual nose ring. Stick it into the nose. Wipe off the extra petroleum jelly.[10]
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  • Question I am 19 and all my friends are telling me to get a nose piercing. I do not want to get a piercing, though. What should I tell my friends? Community Answer Community Answer Just tell them the truth, that you don't want to get one. Don't live your life trying to please others, especially if it's something you don't want to do. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 20 Helpful 219
  • Question I didn't think at the time I pierced my own nose with a normal needle. I walked out to my mom with the needle through my nose and asked for one of her nose studs She was surprised but not shocked. Even my dad was happy. So my question is, is it ok for them not to be angry? Community Answer Community Answer If they are fine with it that is great for you! It is ok for them to not be upset. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 15 Helpful 143
  • Question Is there any other reason to use a retainer? Community Answer Community Answer It can be a good idea to wear one while playing sports to reduce the possibility of snags. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 15 Helpful 123
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Tips

  • Look after your piercing so it doesn't get infected or your parents will definitely notice. Thanks Helpful 1 Not Helpful 0
  • Choose a smaller piercing or one closer to your skin tone. Thanks Helpful 1 Not Helpful 0
  • Act casual or your parents will notice. Thanks Helpful 1 Not Helpful 0
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The advice in this section is based on the lived experiences of wikiHow readers like you. If you have a helpful tip you’d like to share on wikiHow, please submit it in the field below.
  • If you have a small to semi-small stud in the piercing of your nose, your glasses will sometimes work well to hide it if you place them on or below it.
  • Don't apply makeup to your piercing until it's fully healed, otherwise you could be at risk for an infection.
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Warnings

  • You may need to wear your piercing for 2-4 weeks when you first get it. It’s a good idea to keep the original in during that healing period. Thanks Helpful 60 Not Helpful 11
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Thanks for reading our article! If you’d like to learn more about hiding tattoos and piercings, check out our in-depth interview with Stephanie Anders.

References

  1. ↑ http://www.piercingbible.com/blog/2010/05/clear-nostril-studs
  2. ↑ Stephanie Anders. Piercing Specialist. Expert Interview
  3. ↑ https://robinsbodypiercing.com/how-to-cover-nose-piercing/
  4. ↑ Stephanie Anders. Piercing Specialist. Expert Interview
  5. ↑ https://safepiercing.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/APP_Procedures_2013_A_Web.pdf
  6. ↑ https://safepiercing.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/APP_Procedures_2013_A_Web.pdf
  7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyaWAtvGLko
  8. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ytc3q5EJto
  9. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PO-fv1iwnMg
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  1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTMi05F4LMs

About This Article

Stephanie Anders Co-authored by: Stephanie Anders Piercing Specialist This article was co-authored by Stephanie Anders. Stephanie Anders is a jeweler and piercer based in Los Angeles, California. With over 10 years of piercing experience, Stephanie opened her first tattoo and piercing studio in 2016. With her experience in the body piercing industry and creative passion for fine jewelry, she later founded SXO Studios and created a fine jewelry line that is safe for piercing. Stephanie has also traveled and worked with clients all over the world, with her client list including such stars as Jennifer Aniston, Jessica Alba, Cameron Diaz, Nicole Richie, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Sharon Osbourne. This article has been viewed 824,070 times. 16 votes - 72% Co-authors: 54 Updated: May 23, 2025 Views: 824,070 Categories: Hiding Tattoos and Piercing Article SummaryX

To hide your nose piercing from your parents, use a blister bandage to cover the spot. Or, apply concealer over the piercing, then put foundation and powder over it, as well as the rest of your face so everything blends in. You can also buy a flesh-colored acrylic retainer, which is specifically designed to conceal nose rings. Insert the ball end of the retainer straight into your piercing, and it will look like a tiny bump or mole on your skin. To learn how to tuck your piercing into your nose, keep reading! Did this summary help you?YesNo

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"A flat retainer worked the best because there were no indents or noticeable changes on my skin." Anonymous

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