How to Remove a Belly Ring

Quickly and safely remove your belly ring

Belly rings have become a very popular body accessory. Like earrings, the type of belly ring you wear can change depending upon the occasion, or can be completely removed if you no longer want it. It is important to be mindful and careful when your remove your belly ring. But as long as you take the proper precautions and proceed slowly and carefully, you can quickly and safely remove your belly ring yourself.

Instructions

1. Wash your hands carefully with warm water and antibacterial hand soap. You want your hands and fingers to be as sterile as possible before removing your belly ring. Removing the ring with dirty hands can lead to a possible infection.

2. Securely hold the base of the belly ring, which is located at the entrance of your belly button, with one hand. Place the other hand's fingers around the ball of your ring, located right above your belly button.

3. While you firmly hold the base still, gently unscrew the ball. Depending on how the piercing was done, you may need to turn the ball either clockwise or counter-clockwise.

4. Once the ball has been loosened, completely remove it from the belly ring.

5. Slowly pull the base of your belly ring down and out, away from your body. The top of the ring should slide into your body and then out through your belly button.

Tips & Warnings

• Be gentle and very careful during the entire removal process. If you have difficulties, go directly to a piercing professional to have your belly ring removed. Forcing your belly ring out or doing it hastily can lead to torn skin or an infection.

Resources

• More tips on belly rings