Getting a nose ring is one of those stereotypical things you do when you turn 18. You can finally and legally get one without having your mom sign for it. Although nose rings are cute and edgy, they do come with some annoying and painful drawbacks. But hey, who cares, all that matters is that you look cool.

1. Getting one.

If you're thinking of stabbing a sharp piece of metal through your skin you're probably going to ask around to see how much it hurts. You'll get mixed reviews, "oh it's not that bad" and "I saw the needle and I ran". No matter what, putting a needle through your nose isn't a pleasant experience. It's going to be uncomfortable.

2. Washing your face.

Personal hygiene gets a little complicated with a nose ring or stud. One has to be super careful washing around the piercing or else you'll rip it out of your nose. Ouch.

3. Drying your face.

Every person with a nose piercing has ripped it out on a towel. Depending on what's kind of piercing it is, it doesn't hurt, or it's the most painful thing you've experienced since getting the piercing in the first place.

4. Makeup.

There's nothing more disgusting than having your sparkling nose piercing caked with foundation.

5. The Bump.

Sometimes when the piercing gets irritated or isn't cleaned properly, a little zit-like bump forms right under the jewelry. It's unsightly, gross and impossible to cover up. We all get them and will tell you to go to the nearest drug store and buy some tea-tree oil. It smells nasty but it's not as nasty as the dreaded bump.

6. Conservative family members.

Avoid family parties at all costs when you have a nose piercing. There's nothing worse than having your family tell you you'll never get a job or "why on earth would you destroy your body like that?". Just tell them it could be worse and that you could get a tattoo. Then go home and get a tattoo.