Table of Contents
- 1 When can I stop cleaning my cartilage piercing?
- 2 How can I make my helix piercing heal faster?
- 3 How do I know if my cartilage piercing is healing correctly?
- 4 Can I use contact lens saline solution for piercings?
- 5 Should I twist my helix piercing?
- 6 Is it safe to get your nose pierced yourself?
- 7 What happens if you leave a piercing on too long?
When can I stop cleaning my cartilage piercing?
That means you need to continue cleaning your cartilage piercing for at least a month after it appears fully healed. Signs that the piercing is fully healed include the site of the piercing being normal colored and not red, swollen, or tender; no clear or yellowish fluid draining; and no pain when the area is touched.
How long should I clean my helix piercing?
Clean your piercing every day for two to three weeks after having it done, since this is the primary healing stage. Keep the area around the piercing clean and free to the air. Air can help make a difference in the healing time.
How can I make my helix piercing heal faster?
How to Heal a Helix
- GO TO A PROFESSIONAL.
- SAY NO TO THE GUN.
- CHOOSE YOUR JEWELLERY WISELY, AND DON’T CHANGE IT.
- GET ONE DONE AT A TIME.
- KEEP IT CLEAN.
- TREAT YOUR PIERCING TO REGULAR SALT BATHS.
- CONSIDER EMU OIL.
- AVOID.
Should I twist my cartilage piercing when cleaning?
No, you should not twist your cartilage piercing as this can prevent healing. Just wiping the cleaning solution over the front and back of the piercing should be enough.
How do I know if my cartilage piercing is healing correctly?
A well-done cartilage piercing will be slightly sore to the touch. It will likely itch and ooze clear or white-yellow fluid that crusts on your jewelry. You may also notice minor bleeding and bruising or redness around the piercing. These are normal and will go away as the cartilage piercing heals.
Can I clean my piercing with regular salt?
Use pure sea salt (non-iodized) and not table salt, which contains extra chemicals that can irritate your piercing and dextrose (sugar) that can cause yeast infections. Cold soaks can be soothing for the first few days; after, heat as needed to make a warm salt-water soak.
Can I use contact lens saline solution for piercings?
DO NOT USE contact lens solution or similar to clean your piercing – these contain preservatives and chemicals not suitable for the skin. DO NOT USE any bottled re-sealable piercing solutions like those from Claires Accessories or online. Be sure to rinse the piercing with clean water following a shower or a bath.
Should I rotate my helix piercing?
There’s no reason to rotate your piercing. You could damage the delicate, healing skin by rotating the jewelry. In the past, rotating the jewelry was recommended, but it has been found to cause damage that can lead to infection and scarring. For happy healing, NEVER rotate your body jewelry.
Should I twist my helix piercing?
As your new helix piercing heals, it should feel less painful. Proper aftercare is key to making sure your new ear piece not only looks great but feels that way too. Freed’s recommendation is to keep your hands off the fresh piercing. “Don’t touch or twist,” Freed says.
When can you start sleeping on your cartilage piercing?
But for any piercings that flare up or cause issues periodically, you should continue to avoid sleeping on the piercing! Your piercer will likely recommend that you wait at least 6 weeks before taking out your original helix earrings.
Is it safe to get your nose pierced yourself?
Get your nose pierced by a licensed professional. Never do it yourself or let a friend do it for you. Make sure the person doing the piercing follows these safety procedures: Asks if you have any health problems or could be pregnant. Uses a sterile needle. Piercing guns can’t be properly sterilized.
How do you clean a nose piercing before and after?
Opens the sealed needle package in front of you. Uses sterile gloves, and washes their hands before and after the piercing. Cleans and disinfects your nose with alcohol or antiseptic liquid before it’s pierced. Gives you clear instructions on how to clean and care for your nose piercing.
What happens if you leave a piercing on too long?
Piercing breaks your skin and opens the door to problems like: Allergic reaction. Jewelry made of nickel or brass can trigger it. Infection. People sometimes have redness, swelling, pain, and a discharge after a piercing. Skin trouble. You may get problems such as scars and keloids (overgrown scar tissue).
How long does it take for a nose piercing to heal?
Gives you clear instructions on how to clean and care for your nose piercing. You’ll have some pain when your nose is pierced. You may have some blood, swelling, tenderness, or bruising at first. It may be sore, tender, and red for up to 3 weeks. Pierced nostrils heal completely in about 2 to 4 months.