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You might think working at a sex shop would be way more interesting than your job…and sometimes you would definitely be right! While it’s not nearly as creepy or strange as most of you might think, it does have its fair share of entertaining moments.

Take my recent Flasher for example. Last week, I had a man come into the store, introduce himself to me and then wander off to look around. I guess he needed a few moments to work up a little nerve…or something like that. After a few minutes he walked up to the counter, unbuttoned his trench coat (I know, I know) and asked me a question to get my attention. Well, imagine my surprise, and horror, as I walked over to answer him and realized that there was something hanging out of his pants that shouldn’t be. “Put that thing away right now!” I remember saying, as I point to the door. “And get out before I call the police.” He stuttered sheepishly for a second and tried to act like maybe it was an accident or something. Like anyone would walk into a store with their pants unbuttoned and their private parts hanging out “accidentally.”  Yeah, right dude. As I was hurriedly escorting him outside, in order to protect the eyes of unsuspecting customers, he got up the nerve to give me one final thought: “I don’t know what the big deal is,” he said, “this is a sex shop.” I again mentioned the police and away he went.

Yes, flasher man, this IS a sex shop. That means we sell sex toys and give appropriate advice as needed. It does NOT mean we want to see your junk. The same laws that apply out there apply in here. It is illegal to be flashing your genitals to unknowing (and unwilling!) parties, whether you are in the grocery store, the mall or the Blue Boutique.

Like I said, this place can definitely shock and surprise you at times, but I suppose it just comes with the territory. At least I always have the best work stories to tell my friends at the end of the day!

Today’s blog is going to be about the Prince Albert piercing also know as P.A. The PA is one of the most common male genital piercings. The PA piercing is extended along the underside of the glans from the urethral opening to where the glans meets the shaft of the penis. The related “reverse PA piercing” enters through the urethra and exits through a hole pierced in the top of the glans.

While some piercers may choose to avoid the nerve bundle that runs along the center of the frenulum altogether, others do not. The piercing may be centered if the person is circumcised. Otherwise, the piercing may be done off center because the surrounding skin needs to be able to reposition itself dynamically.

The most common jewelry use for a PA piercing is a captive bead ring however you can also use a circular barbell as well as a larger curved barbell. All jewelry inserted in a healing piercing should be made out of either 316-LVM ASTM f-138 implant grade Surgical Stainless Steel or ASTM F-136 6AI-4V ELI Titanium.

Jewelry should be “internally threaded”. This means the end ball threads into the post. Never be pierced with “externally threaded” jewelry. This type of jewelry is cheap. Jewelry not made of surgical stainless steel and can cause micro tears in the tissue that can harbor bacteria that may lead to a infection.

Rumor has it the Prince Albert piercing is named after Prince Albert who was the husband of Queen Victoria of England. He was reputeded to have had this piercing done prior to his marriage to the queen around 1825, at that time Beau Brummel started the craze for ultra tight mens trousers. Because the pants were so tight, the penis needed to be held to one side or the other so as not to create an unsightly bulge. To accomplish this some men had their penis pierced to allow it to be held by a hook on the inside of the trousers, this piercing was called a “Dressing Ring” at the time because tailors would ask if a gentleman dressed to the left or the right and tailor the trousers accordingly, tailors to this day will ask if you dress to the left or right.

The Prince Albert piercing may have been practiced in European culture for some time, and while there are many tentative theories as to its origin, the true origin of this piercing is unknown. Many of the theories regarding this piercing’s history suggest that the piercing was used to secure the penis in some manner, rather than having a sexual or cultural purpose. In modern times the Prince Albert piercing was developed by Jim Ward in the early 1970s. In West Hollywood (a gay village of Los Angeles), Ward met Doug Malloy and Fakir Musafar. Together these men further developed the Prince Albert piercing. Perhaps more fatefully, Malloy published a pamphlet, Body & Genital Piercing in Brief, in which he concocted fanciful histories of genital piercings in particular. These ersatz tales which included the notion that Prince Albert invented the piercing that shares his name in order to tame the appearance of his large penis in tight trousers are widely circulated as urban legend. No historical proof of their veracity has been located independent of Malloy’s assertions.

Like many other male genital piercings, it has a history of practice in gay culture in the twentieth century and became known outside that culture at the same time that body piercing began to emerge in popular culture in the late 1970s. The relatively easy procedure, rapid healing and claims of additional sexual stimulation (both to the wearer and his partner in sexual intercourse) attributed to this piercing have come to make the Prince Albert the most common male genital piercing.

Many men considering getting this piercing are put off by the idea that it must be painful, however the pain is minimal. The piece of skin where the piercing is done is very thin, less than 1mm thick. The pain is just a very short sharp pain which lasts usually a second or two.

The Prince Albert piercing is a very easy piercing to heal, because every time you urinate you clean and disinfect the wound, I have never heard of a single person having a problem with this piercing. Urine is sterile when it leaves the body because it has been purified by the kidneys, and it contains a large amount of ammonia which is a strong antiseptic. The more water you drink the quicker the piercing will heal, try to drink at least 8 glasses a day . You may experience some bleeding in the first 36-48 hours, don’t be afraid this is normal and will stop eventually. The PA can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to be fully healed “every buddy’s body is different”. Personal hygiene must be kept to a very high standard. Avoid touching or rotating your jewelry. Also avoid oral sex, or sex for these could cause some problems during the healing process. If you find it necessary to touch your piercing, make sure your hands are washed, cleaned and dried.

A piercing heals in stages so diligence is required to during the first few stages.

To take care of your piercing you can do saline soaks or even a saline spray a couple times a day
There is one drawback to having a Prince Albert piercing, because the ring goes through the urethra you will dribble when you urinate. This problem is worse for some people more than others. When urinating into a toilet bowl you have to stand with your legs on either side of the bowl, and make sure not to shake when you finish, just relax for a few moments before putting your penis away. When you are standing at a urinal stand with you legs well spread close to the urinal and lean forward with your back arched. The problem improves with time, and the insertion of the thicker ring, but it never goes completely away.

For a complete aftercare instructions feel free to stop by one of the Blue Boutiques and ask one of our highly trained, knowledgeable piercers.

The PA is very easy and beautiful piercing that has transcended the entire body piercing world. Whether it is your first piercing or 50th the Blue Boutique has the largest selection of high quality body jewelry and highly skilled and experienced body piercers always on staff! Let us help you in making the right decision for your new piercing.

From time to time, customers will come in and tell us some weird facts that we’ve never heard before. Let’s just say, there are definitely some strange ideas and laws out there concerning sex. While some of the things we’ve heard are simply funny or ridiculous, others can actually be quite frightening. Many places have old laws on the books that are rarely enforced, but other countries follow these crazy regulations right down to the letter. We did a little research on some of this wacky stuff and wanted to share it with you. Hope this gives you a good chuckle!

All over the world, including right here in the good ‘ol U.S. of A, the powers that be try and regulate how we copulate. Here are a few prime examples of their meddling ways.

• In Rombach, Virginia it is illegal for people to have sex with the lights on. I’m pretty sure the jail population would skyrocket if they were actually enforcing this one!
• A law in Washington state declares that it is against the law for anyone to have sex with a virgin. Technically, that would even include their spouse on the wedding night. How is anyone ever supposed to get their V card taken???
• In our nation’s capitol, Washington D.C., the only legal sexual position is the missionary position. Leave it to the government to make sex as boring as possible, right?

Even though most of society looks down upon bestiality, there must be a few people out there with some lusty thoughts about animals if someone felt the need to enact the following laws.

• There is a law in the middle east that states “after having sexual relations with a lamb, it is a mortal sin to eat its flesh.” Do you think there is some mother out there who has to tell her kids “sorry guys, we WERE going to have lamb chops, but dad got a little frisky” Eeeewww…
• In Florida it is illegal to have sex with a porcupine. Who would even want to try this one…ouch!!!

• It is against the law in Minnesota for a man to have sex with a live fish. Does that mean it’s okay for women?

In some countries, sex and the people you have it with are highly regulated and can come with some pretty stiff consequences. Be glad you don’t live in one of these places!

• Masturbation is a big no-no in Indonesia – the penalty for it is decapitation. I guess the Blue Boutique wouldn’t last long there.

• A betrayed wife in Hong Kong is legally allowed to kill her husband when he cheats on her, but must do so with only her bare hands. You know what they say about a woman scorned, right?

• In Limon, Costa Rica both adulterous parties are in for real trouble – they are both subject to being beaten and then drowned. Doesn’t seem worth that lusty affair, does it?

And of course there are just those laws out there that are completely ridiculous. Makes you wonder if somebody was drunk the day they made up these ones.

• Saleswomen in Liverpool, England can be topless while they are selling you things – but only at a fish store. Hmmm, well at least they wouldn’t get their shirts wet reaching into those tanks all day.

• In Bozeman, Montana there is a law that bans all sexual activity between members of the opposite sex, in the front yard, after sundown – if they are nude. Does that mean if you’re gay and it’s daytime that it’s game on?

• No man is allowed to make love to his wife with the smell of garlic, onions or sardines on his breath in Alexandria, Minnesota. A little crazy, but can’t really say we disagree!

 As crazy and backward as most of us think Utah is, this is a good reminder that we’re not the only ones who have some crazy ideas about sex. So enjoy what we’ve got and remember, it could always be worse!

Today’s blog is about the MEDUSA piercing. This piercing is also known as the PHILTRUM piercing. The piercing of the medusa is getting to be just as popular as the labret-lip piercings. The jewelry most common for a medusa piercing is called a “labret stud” however just like people stretched out their lower labret people are now stretching out their medusa and putting a small plug in them. Usually for young females that choose to get their medusa pierced they would go with a small gem on the end of the stud and a smaller size to look cute on their face as for guys would usually go for a ball but doesn’t mean a guy can’t get a gem as well and support it just as good as a female. a medusa piercing is placed right over the center of the upper lip where it dips in right under the septum part of your nose. All jewelry inserted in a healing piercing should be made out of either 316-LVM ASTM f-138 implant grade Surgical Stainless Steel or ASTM F-136 6AI-4V ELI Titanium.

Jewelry should be “internally threaded”. This means the end ball threads into the post. Never be pierced with “externally threaded” jewelry. This type of jewelry is cheap. Jewelry not made of surgical stainless steel and can cause micro tears in the tissue that can harbor bacteria that may lead to a infection.

In Africa, a lower lip plate is usually combined with the excision of the two lower front teeth, sometimes all four. Among the Sara people and Lobi a plate is also inserted into the upper lip. Other tribes, such as the Makonde, used to wear a plate in the upper lip only. In many older sources it is reported that the plate’s size is a sign of social or economical importance in some tribes. However, because of natural mechanical attributes of human skin, it seems that the plate’s size often just depends on the stage of stretching of the lip and the wishes of the wearer.

The medusa-philtrum piercing was named in the mid 1990s by Kerrick, a hairdresser and model from Toronto, Canada. The piercing was performed by Tom Brazda of Stainless Studios, although it was certainly not unheard of at that point. It just didn’t have a name that had stuck.

What’s interesting about the medusa-philtrum piercing is that this is one of the few cases — others include the daith and rook — where a decorative name has trumped a proper anatomical name. The philtrum is the anatomically correct term for the midline groove of the upper lip which is located between the nose and the top of the lip.

Caring for your medusa piercing is very easy but does take a degree of patience. The lip can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to be fully healed “every buddy’s body is different”. Personal hygiene must be kept to a very high standard. Avoid touching or rotating your jewelry. Also avoid heavy kissing, oral sex, biting on the jewelry, for these could cause some problems during the healing process. If you find it necessary to touch your piercing, make sure your hands are washed, cleaned and dried.

A piercing heals in stages so diligence is required to during the first few stages

For the inside of your mouth a cold bottled or distilled water should be used to rinse your mouth after you eat or drink anything and can also be used to help to reduce swelling. As for the outside of your lip piercing a simple warm saline soak 2 times a day or even a saline spray such as H2Ocean or Wound Wash Saline spray a couple times a day is recommended. Let your piercing relax and try not to move it. Elevating your head while you sleep for the first few nights will also help to keep the swelling down.

Things to avoid during the healing process include: alcohol, smoking, chewing tobacco, scented soaps and body washes, rubbing alcohol, ointments, peroxide, spicy/hot temperature food, wet kissing and oral sex.

For a complete aftercare instructions feel free to stop by one of the Blue Boutiques and ask one of our highly trained, knowledgeable piercers.

The medusa is very easy and beautiful piercing that has transcended the entire body piercing world. Whether it is your first piercing or 50th the Blue Boutique has the largest selection of high quality body jewelry and highly skilled and experienced body piercers always on staff! Let us help you in making the right decision for your new piercing.

The lip piercing is a widely popular piercing mostly located along the bottom lip but sometimes found along the top as well. The piercing is virtually painless, simple procedure lasting a few seconds when preformed by a skilled professional.

The jewelry worn in the lip is called a “labret stud” but you can also use a ring and the ring usually worn in a lip is called a “captive bead ring.” the end of the labret studs can come in tons for different styles and colors. Usually for young females that choose to get their lip pierced they would go with a gem as for guys would usually go for a ball or a spike. All jewelry inserted in a healing piercing should be made out of either 316-LVM ASTM f-138 implant grade Surgical Stainless Steel or ASTM F-136 6AI-4V ELI Titanium.

Jewelry should be “internally threaded”.  This means the end ball threads into the post. Never be pierced with “externally threaded” jewelry. This type of jewelry is cheap. Jewelry not made of surgical stainless steel and can cause micro tears in the tissue that can harbor bacteria that may lead to a infection.

According to some sources, the labret-lip piercing has been practiced throughout the world for 8,000 to 10,000 years. Piercing of the lips for the insertion of objects into them is very widely practiced throught the world, however only two tribes pierced the lips with a ring, the Dogon tribe of Mali, and the Nuba of Ethiopia. Among the Dogon the piercing of the lip has religious significance, they believed that the world was created by their ancestor spirit “Noomi”. All the other lip piercing that is practiced in the world is done with labrets, which can either be a pin of wood, ivory, metal or even in one case quartz crystals, Among the tribes of Central Africa, and South Africa the labret piercing is stretched to extremely large proportions, and large wooden or clay plates are inserted. The Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest and the Inuit peoples of Northern Canada and Alaska wore labrets fashioned from walrus ivory, abalone shell, bone, obsidian, and wood. In the same way, labret and lip jewelry is found among various tribes.

In the last couple of decades, body piercing of all types has become extremely popular all over the world and mainly in the west but none has been more popularized than lip piercing. Depending on the individual, these piercing can be located in various areas of the lower lip. However, labrets are normally below the center of the lower lip and above the chin, where as a basic lip ring can be located to the left or right of the mouth.

Caring for your lip piercing is very easy but does take a degree of patience. The lip can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to be fully healed “every buddy’s body is different”.  Personal hygiene must be kept to a very high standard. Avoid touching or rotating your jewelry. Also avoid heavy kissing, oral sex, biting on the jewelry, for these could cause some problems during the healing process. If you find it necessary to touch your piercing, make sure your hands are washed, cleaned and dried.

A piercing heals in stages so diligence is required to during the first few stages

For the inside of your mouth a cold bottled or distilled water should be used to rinse your mouth after you eat or drink anything and can also be used to help to reduce swelling. As for the outside of your lip piercing a simple warm saline soak 2 times a day or even a saline spray such as H2Ocean or Wound Wash Saline spray a couple times a day is recommended. Let your piercing relax and try not to move it. Elevating your head while you sleep for the first few nights will also help to keep the swelling down.

Things to avoid during the healing process include: alcohol, smoking, chewing tobacco, scented soaps and body washes, rubbing alcohol, ointments, peroxide, spicy/hot temperature food, wet kissing and oral sex.

For a complete aftercare instructions feel free to stop by one of the Blue Boutiques and ask one of our highly trained, knowledgeable piercers.

The lip is very easy and beautiful piercing that has transcended the entire body piercing world. Whether it is your first piercing or 50th the Blue Boutique has the largest selection of high quality body jewelry and highly skilled and experienced body piercers always on staff! Let us help you in making the right decision for your new piercing.

Derek Leavell

This time of year conjures up thoughts of love and romance, but along with all those thoughts and feelings usually comes a little action. While we completely encourage a fun and sexy Valentine’s Day, here at the West Valley Blue Boutique we also want to remind you to be safe.  With all the options on the market today, no one needs to have one of those “ooops!” moments, which could possibly bring an unfriendly and sometimes itchy visitor or an extra mouth to feed for the next 18 years! Luckily for you, we have a great selection of products that can make being safe more pleasurable than you have ever imagined.

Condoms are the cheapest, easiest and safest method of protection out there. The majority of condoms are latex and they come in a variety of sizes, textures and flavors. Some of them have special shapes and qualities, like the Rough Riders, that can enhance the experience for both partners. Others, like our best-selling Trojan Fire and Ice, use stimulating lubricants to increase your pleasure. If you prefer a nice tight fit, check out the Kimono line of condoms. This brand offers a a selection of some of the thinest and most snug condoms around. And for those of you that are amply endowed, we carry larger sizes as well.

More and more people today have latex allergies, which can make using traditional condoms more of a pain than they are worth. Fortunately, you don’t have to risk your health if you do have this type of allergy because we carry several non-latex condoms for you to choose from. The Lifestyles Skyn and the Durex Avanti Bare are made of polyisoprene and protect against both pregnancy and STDs. They are softer and stretchier than latex, therefore providing an extremely natural feel for the wearer and their partner. The Lifestyles Skyn’s also come in a larger version, for those needing the extra room.

If you are looking for a tantalizing and tasty way to protect yourself and others, we have condoms and dental dams in a variety of flavors. Mouths can be dirty places, so a dental dam is a great way to stay safe while having a little fun with your tongue.

For those men out there who really, really hate wearing condoms, we do have one alternative to offer – the female condom. These are non-latex, have similar safety features to traditional condoms and can be inserted prior to initiating sex. So guys, if you don’t want to wrap it up, you can still use protection by convincing your lady to try these out.

So, when you stop by the Blue Boutique to pick up that sexy outfit or naughty toy for your Valentine, remember to stock up on one of these great products. Because it’s always better to be safe than sorry!

 The nostril piercing is, on a global and historical level, the most common piercing next to the earlobe piercing. The placement of the nostril piercing can vary with your and the piercers preference, but the piercing tends to heal most quickly and look most natural in the horizontal crease.

The jewelry for your piercing should be selected by you and your piercer. They may need to measure your nostril because there is no standard length that fits everyone.

I prefer to use titanium posts because titanium is a high grade metal with a very low allergy rate. With the post you can change the jewel sooner because it’s not necessary to remove the whole piece. You can also use a nostril screw, which is a long straight piece that is bent in an “L” shape to fit your anatomy.

It is usually performed with a needle in 18 gauge to 16 gauge. These piercings can be pierced larger, dermal punched or stretched to larger gauges. Large-gauge nostril piercings are becoming more common.

Professional piercer Paul King stated “We know that nostril piercing has been practiced by traditional people in both North and South America. Our earliest recordings are from the Christian Bible and the holy texts of the Vedas, brought to India with the invasion of the Nordic Aryan Tribes around 1500 BCE. India is, of course, most famous for nostril piercings. Through the centuries in India this piercing has gone in and out of fashion — in more recent times, on a Hindu girl’s eve of marriage she’d often have her left nostril pierced.” If they become widowed they have been known to remove the piercing as a sign of respect.

In western culture the nostril piercings became popular amongst punk rockers in the 1980’s. Since that time, this piercing has become more socially acceptable. However, many employers and schools still bar people from having them. Some people choose to wear clear retainers in their nose piercing during work or education, rendering the nostril piercing far less noticeable.

The large-guage nostril piercings have been suspected of making a person more vulnerable to colds and allergic symptoms.

The nostril can take a bit longer to heal due to the area and lack of blood flow. There is no need to twist or touch your jewelry, as this will only irritate your new piercing. It is very important to avoid snagging this piercing. You need to be aware at all times of things that could catch it such as; shirts, pillows, loofahs, wash rags, and towels. To clean your piercing you can either use H2Ocean or a saline soak. With the H2ocean spray both sides two to three times a day. You can make the saline soak at home by using a non-iodized sea salt mixture: Dissolve 1/4 teaspoon of non-iodized (iodine-free) sea salt into one cup (8 oz.) of warm distilled or bottled water, soak for five to ten minutes two to three times per day. Dry by gently patting with clean, disposable paper products. Cloth towels can harbor bacteria and snag on jewelry, causing injury.

For any further questions feel free to call or come in to talk to any of our piercers!

If you’ve ever been into a lingerie store, you know that there are a myriad of shapes, sizes and styles to choose from. With such a vast array of options, it can be a daunting task to pick out that perfect outfit for you or your lover. And if you’ve never been into a store like ours, the very idea of it can be overwhelming. Luckily for you, we are here to help! We’ll provide you with all the information you need in order to get the ideal item that fulfills all your desires. Most people have no idea what some of the different items are called and that can make it difficult for us to help you, so let’s start at the beginning with a little definition of the most common lingerie.

Corset: An item that covers the entire torso, from breasts to hips. It laces up the back (generally), and can be cinched tightly in order to accentuate the waistline and boost cleavage. Corsets can be worn alone, under clothing or even as outerwear. These are great for the lady (or man) with a little extra in the wrong places that they would like to push into the right ones. Can also be used to train (shape) the waist if used consistently for extended periods of time.

Bustier/Merrywidow: Similar to a corset, but not as substantial, these generally have a hook and eye closure instead of lacing up. They often have an underwire cup in them and come with attached garters. If you are wanting the look of a corset without all the time-consuming lacing, these are a great choice.

Waist Cincher/Underbust Corset: Same as a corset, but sits under the bustline. These are great to pair with a bra and pair of panties set for a truly unique outfit that gives you all the right curves.

Chemise: A “dress-like” item that fits close to the body and shows off your curves. Can vary in length, from just under the bum to the floor, but most fall mid-thigh. They come in a wide variety of styles and colors, so it’s one of the easiest items to find something to suit just about everyone.

Babydoll: Similar to a chemise, these generally hug the breasts and then flow away from the body. Great for people who want to disguise their midsection a bit (think pregnant or already had a few kids), or those who don’t like things too form fitting.

Camisol: A sleeveless shirt-like style that is usually soft and silky and is often paired with panties or another type of bottom. These are perfect for ladies that like to be comfortable and sexy at the same time.

Teddy: Think one-piece swimming suit. These come in a large variety of styles; from high cut on the hip to a more of a romper style that covers most of the butt. This style has been around a long time, so sometimes it is thought of as an older style, but with the updated variety of cuts and colors these days, it’s a great choice for anyone that wants to elongate and show off those awesome legs!

Garter Belts/Straps: Some of the above lingerie comes with garter straps attached. Otherwise, you can purchase a garter belt by itself and pair it with anything you like. Garters have small clips on the end that allow them to be worn with almost all thigh high stockings. There are generally just two sizes O/S (one size fits most) and Queen (plus) size, as they are quite adjustable. The garter look is classic and great for accentuating a gorgeous pair of gams.

Stockings/Bodystockings: Stockings come in either a thigh high, to the waist, or full body option. They have a wide variety of colors and styles, including, fishnet, sheer, backseam, cuban heel and brocade. This large variety makes it easy to match up with any lingerie or even with your everyday outfits. Bodystockings can be worn underneath clothing to help smooth everything out or by themselves for some fun in the bedroom.

These are the basics, but there are lots of other options out there to appease every desire including vinyl, leather, pasties, crotchless panties and many more. If you keep in mind the person you’re buying for; accentuate the best features and pick something that excites you, you’re bound to make a good choice. Step out of the usual and try something different if you, or they, are up for a bit of adventure, but remember that the more comfortable someone is in something, the sexier they feel. And feeling sexy is always a good thing. So come on in and let us help you pick out something for a very special night.

My name is Derek Leavell. I am one of Blue Boutique’s professional body piercers in the West Valley Utah location. I have been piercing professionally sense 2007. I am committed to preforming fast, accurate, safe, professional piercing in a clean aseptic environment.