A fake piercing is a type of body jewelry that mimics the appearance of a real piercing without the need to pierce the skin. Unlike classic piercings, where an opening needs to be created in the body with a needle, this jewelry is attached to the body's surface using non-invasive methods. Magnets, clips, suction mechanisms, or special adhesives are most commonly used for attachment. This makes its application painless and temporary. People can thus try out how they would look with a piercing, without a permanent commitment and the pain associated with its application. Common variants include, for example, nose rings, lip rings, earrings for the earlobe known as 'cuffs', or navel adornments. It is therefore a cosmetic accessory for creating the illusion of a piercing.