Why Piercing Aftercare Matters
A piercing is a puncture that can become infected. Therefore, you should closely monitor hygiene. Many people get piercings, and they heal successfully without complications. At our salon, you can undergo the procedure itself, as well as receive consultations on piercing aftercare.
What should you avoid immediately after a piercing:
- Touching the wound with your hands, even if you’ve washed them, unless absolutely necessary.
- Twisting the earring or fiddling with it constantly.
- Changing jewelry until it’s completely healed.
Such actions can provoke infection, lead to the development of keloids, or exacerbate swelling. It’s better to wait longer than you think necessary than to wait too little. Piercing studio specialists claim that the external surface of the piercing may appear healed, while the internal surface is still adjusting to the new environment.
Cleaning Instructions
New piercing aftercare includes the following care guidelines:
- Wash your hands before touching your piercing. Try to tolerate any discomfort if you experience this, for example, in a bus where hand washing is not possible.
- Use a saline solution for disinfection. This method also helps reduce swelling if applied for 5-10 minutes, 2-4 times a day.
- Wash your piercing with soap in the shower. This procedure is permitted, but you must rinse the soap thoroughly and not leave it on your skin for more than 30 seconds.
- Take a shower, not a bath. The bath itself can harbor germs, so if this is your only method, wash thoroughly.
Dry the area only with a disposable towel. It reduces the risk of bacteria getting into the piercing and will not snag the jewelry like cloth towels. Even these simple rules are enough to ensure a successful and easy piercing aftercare.
Cleaning Solutions
After receiving your piercing service, you can use simple and popular cleaning solutions. Our piercers also recommend them:
- Saline solution without additives. You can buy it at any pharmacy.
- A light solution of non-iodized salt. Prepare it with lukewarm boiled or distilled water.
Avoid using the following liquids for surface piercing aftercare:
- Hydrogen peroxide. It removes all germs, including white blood cells, which are essential for proper healing.
- Rubbing alcohol. The liquid is too drying, causing discomfort and irritation.
With the right products, your piercing aftercare will be faster and more successful.
Site-Specific Care
Certain delicate and sensitive areas of the body require special attention and care after getting new piercings. Here are some tips from our piercers:
- Navel piercings: Tight clothing can irritate and constantly catch on the fresh piercing. Use padding, but avoid securing it tightly, such as with tape.
- Nipple piercings: Wear clothing made of natural materials. For example, a thick T-shirt or sports bra is ideal.
- Oral and genital piercings: Avoid food from getting stuck or collecting in the piercing area. Also, avoid strong friction on the piercing in the intimate area and wear comfortable, natural underwear.
Our piercer will explain all things in more detail during the procedure. You will receive the best advice on easy piercing aftercare and can ask our specialist any questions. Book an appointment and start your transformation!
Tips and Tricks for Easy Piercing Aftercare
Surface piercing aftercare includes a smart approach to hygiene of the entire body and your living space. There are simple rules for creating an environment conducive to rapid healing:
- General health. Avoid hypothermia and colds, as these can hinder wound healing.
- Bedding. As with clothing, choose breathable materials and change them frequently.
- Hygiene of gadgets and items near the piercing. Wipe phones, headphones, sunglasses, protective masks, and helmets with an antiseptic.
- Piercing jewelry. It should also be cleaned, for example, during a daily shower. Experts also recommend not removing or changing jewelry until it has completely healed.
- Spare accessories. It’s essential if you’re unsure about your reaction to metal or if the design contains intricate details that require washing only after removing the accessory.
- Avoid crowded places. If possible, avoid crowded public transportation. Visiting swimming pools and saunas is strictly prohibited.
Piercing aftercare is a straightforward and uncomplicated process. You just need to know the rules in advance and seek professional advice.
When to Visit Icon Studio for a Check-Up
Some symptoms are easily treatable. However, we’ll highlight the top cases during new piercing aftercare when you should contact our specialist:
- Signs of infection. You will experience intense pain, increased swelling, severe redness, and purulent discharge.
- The jewelry has shifted or grown in. The artist can adjust the appearance to give you the most beautiful piercing.
- Scarring has developed. You may notice scars immediately, but some ointments can help minimize their visibility.
Healing takes longer than usual. It’s worth double-checking that everything is going according to plan and consulting with our specialist. The length of the process can be influenced by many factors, including your overall health, but this doesn’t necessarily mean you have inflammation.
We always maintain contact with our patients. That’s why our services are so highly valued, and people come back again to refresh their appearance. Don’t hesitate to call us!
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