HARTFORD — Monday is National Piercing Day. Observed each year on May 16, National Piercing Day was created to promote piercing.
Stores, shops, boutiques, and salons across the country are offering specials in honor of the holiday.
Since ancient times, body piercings have been used for artistic expressions, medical treatment and religious reasons.
It’s unclear who started the holiday, but many people took to social media Monday to celebrate.
How many piercings do you have?
