Ashley Piercing
The Ashley piercing goes through the centre of the bottom lip and exits inside the mouth, passing through the lip tissue itself for a distinctive look you won't get from a standard labret. We pierce with a 16 gauge flatback post, and our SK Certified piercing specialists will check your anatomy carefully before we begin.
- Pain level
- 4 to 5 / 10
- Method
- Needle
- Minimum age:
- 13 years*
- Jewellery type:
- Flatback post View jewellery options
- Downsizing:
- 2-4 weeks
- Fully healed:
- Minimum 4 months
Two Piercings From $80
Get two of your favourite standard piercings for just $80 when pierced with selected surgical steel jewellery. Read more
Pain is subjective, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee of what you'll feel. Everyone's pain tolerance is different.
* Available: From 13 years with parental consent or 16 years without parental consent. Check our ID & consent requirements here.
What Is An Ashley Piercing?
An Ashley piercing passes through the centre of the bottom lip and exits inside the mouth, going through the lip tissue itself rather than sitting just below the lip line like a standard labret. It creates a distinctive, delicate look.
Because it passes through more tissue than a standard labret, healing needs a little extra patience and care. Our SK Certified piercing specialists will check your anatomy first. Read more on our piercing info page.
What To Expect
Here's how your experience at SkinKandy unfolds from the moment you arrive.
How We Pierce
We pierce every Ashley with a single-use hollow needle, never a piercing gun. Our SK Certified piercing specialists are nurse-trained and certified in infection prevention, so you're looked after from consultation through to aftercare advice. Read more about our approach on our piercing info page.
Choosing Your Jewellery
Every Ashley is typically pierced with a 16 gauge flatback post. Browse our lip jewellery collection to see what's available.
Step By Step: Your Ashley Piercing Experience
- Your piercing specialist will mark the centre of your lower lip and confirm placement with you.
- We pierce with a single-use sterile needle through the lip tissue to the inside of the mouth.
- A 16 gauge flatback post is fitted with a small gem or ball sitting on the surface.
- You'll get full aftercare guidance before you leave, plus advice on when to come back for downsizing.
BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
Find Your Nearest Studio
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Aftercare
Healing takes a little extra patience for an Ashley piercing, since it passes through more tissue than a standard labret.
Your Daily Routine
Stick to a simple daily routine and stock up on the right products from our aftercare collection. For the full step by step, read our aftercare guide.
- Clean with sterile saline twice daily, especially after eating.
- Avoid swimming for 6 to 8 weeks.
- Be mindful of smoking, alcohol, oral hygiene, makeup and skincare.
When Can I Change My Jewellery?
We recommend downsizing between 2 to 4 weeks once the initial swelling has settled, with full healing taking a minimum of 4 months.
- Pierced
- Day one
- Downsizing:
- 2-4 weeks
- Fully healed:
- Minimum 4 months
Jewellery For Your Ashley Piercing
The right jewellery makes all the difference to comfort while your Ashley heals, and to how delicate the finished look sits.
Starter Jewellery
We pierce every Ashley with a 16 gauge flatback post in 316L surgical steel, chosen to support healing from day one.
Building Your Stack
Once you're healed, explore our full lip jewellery collection for delicate top styles.
Not Sure What Metal Suits You?
If you're torn between finishes, our guide on silver, rose gold or gold can help, or browse everything by material to compare options.
FAQs
What is an Ashley piercing?
An Ashley piercing passes through the centre of the bottom lip and exits inside the mouth, going through the lip tissue itself.
Does an Ashley piercing hurt?
Most people rate it a 4 to 5 out of 10, a little more than a standard labret since it passes through more tissue. Pain is subjective, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee of what you'll feel. Everyone's pain tolerance is different.
How is an Ashley different from a labret?
A labret sits just below the lip line, while an Ashley passes through the lip tissue itself and exits inside the mouth.
How long does an Ashley piercing take to heal?
Full healing takes a minimum of 4 months. See the average healing time by piercing type for how it compares.
What jewellery is used for an Ashley piercing?
We typically pierce with a 16 gauge flatback post.
When can I downsize my Ashley piercing?
We recommend downsizing between 2 to 4 weeks once the initial swelling has settled. Read why downsize your piercing for more on timing.
Will an Ashley piercing affect my teeth or gums?
Because it exits inside the mouth, oral hygiene is especially important during healing. See our lip piercing guide for more.
Can I get a Ashley piercing as part of the two piercings from $80 deal?
Yes, this piercing qualifies for our two piercings from $80 deal when paired with another standard piercing and selected surgical steel jewellery.
Explore More Lip Piercings
An Ashley pairs well with other lip placements. Check our lip piercing guide for more on choosing your placement, or explore some of our most popular lip piercings below.
