A Prince Albert piercing is a type of genital piercing that is inserted into the urethra and out through the glans corona, where the urine comes out, to a piercing hole on the underside. It is one of the most common penis piercings. The piercing is worn primarily for aesthetic reasons as well as to increase sexual arousal. By stimulating the urethra and the frenulum, the wearer experiences an additional stimulus that can be pleasurable. The partner can also be additionally aroused by the piercing due to increased friction and pressure. The piercing is named after Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria, although there is no confirmatory evidence that he actually had this piercing. The piercing is inserted by a professional piercer, who will use sterile jewelry and follow proper hygiene protocols. After the piercing, it is important to follow proper aftercare instructions, such as shielding the penis from water during showers, wearing condoms during sexual activity until the piercing is healed, and avoiding handling the piercing with unwashed hands.