[1][2][3][4] A ring or other device is used to hold the labia closed, preventing the wearer from having vaginal sexual intercourse.
When denial of direct stimulation of the clitoris is the goal, a rigid shield can be fastened over the clitoral area with labial piercings.
In males, chastity piercing can be performed in several ways.
[citation needed] More commonly, a piercing can be used in combination with a chastity device to anchor the penis within the device and prevent it from being pulled out the back.
The Prince Albert is the most popular piercing for this purpose.