I would say that, providing she can prove that she will be responsible in the care of the piercing, then you should let her get it done. Melissa seems like she is prepared to make the effort and work to earn your trust, and then get the piercing.

I agree with Uabassoon - it is in an area which can be easily hidden and can esaily be taken out.

My daughters are 16 and 14 and they have both had theirs done for TWO YEARS already - I think it looks stunning.

It's also great that she trusts you enough to discuss and negotiate with you - too many teens do DIY piercings or go to cheap places and have terrible infections etc. When my son had his helix done I had no problem with it - but I made sure he saved up the extra $ to have it done professionally instead of at the mall with a gun!!!