From Neck to Cleft: the Timeline of Cardi B’s Extreme Piercing Journey
Q1: Did Cardi B actually get an intergluteal cleft piercing?
A1: No verified photographic or clinical evidence confirms that Cardi B ever received an intergluteal cleft piercing. While she has documented genuine, painful procedures involving chest microdermals, labret rings, and neck anchors, the "butt crack piercing" story was an unsubstantiated internet rumor that went viral by leveraging her known history of extreme body modifications.
Q2: How much do genuine lower back dermal piercings cost?
A2: Professional studios typically charge between $80 and $150 per anchor for lower back (Venus dimple) dermals, which includes implant-grade titanium hardware. The rumored $15,000 price tag linked to celebrity cleft piercings was completely fabricated online gossip with no connection to standard industry pricing.
Q3: Can an intergluteal cleft piercing ever heal permanently?
A3: Clinically, permanent healing is near impossible. The combination of intense shear friction from sitting and walking, tight clothing pressure, and chronic exposure to sweat and perianal bacteria causes rejection or severe infection in over 95% of attempts within 4 to 12 weeks.
Q4: What should someone do if a lower back dermal begins to reject?
A4: Never attempt to rip or force a dermal anchor out at home, as the baseplate is embedded under the skin and will tear tissue. Visit a licensed professional piercer immediately. They use specialized, sterile removal tools to gently free the footplate, minimizing scarring and preventing subcutaneous infection.
