In this article we will answer all your questions about piercing care. You will learn how to take care of your piercings to avoid possible inflammations and allergic reactions, as well as to shorten the healing time. You will also learn which measures you should take if your piercing is inflamed. If a piercing has already healed, it is usually very easy to care for. We explain which earrings and piercings you should ideally wear.
Why is proper ear piercing aftercare important?
Ear piercing care is very important for both health and aesthetic reasons. During piercing, a sterile needle penetrates your skin layer and inflicts an injury to your body. This creates a wound on the desired part of your body that is very susceptible to germs, bacteria or infection. If you follow our care instructions, your wound healing should be completed after a few weeks to months,depending on the piercing site.
Proper care already begins with the pricking
If you decide to get a new piercing, we advise you to choose a trustworthy and professional piercing studio. Make sure that the piercer works hygienically and uses a sterile piercing made of high quality materials. If you get an ear piercing, you can also do this without hesitation with all of our ear studs. We always recommend only Splugs for piercing until the piercing canal is completely healed, because the piercing canal can be damaged, for example with Huggies, would adapt to the round shape.
Hypoallergenic materials
To avoid allergic reactions, you should choose a piercing that is made of hypoallergenic materials. Gold, titanium and stainless steel are materials that everyone usually tolerates very well. Our stud earrings areideal for freshly pierced ears because they are made of 585 gold.
MARQUISE STUD EARRINGS
" WHITE GOLD "
Ear Piercing care in the first weeks
In the first weeks, intensive piercing care is unavoidable. You should not touch or change your freshly pierced piercing at the beginning, as this could irritate the wound. You should also ideally wash your hands regularly and disinfect the body site 1-2 times a day.
When disinfecting, first spray and clean the parts of the piercing that are not under the skin, so that no bacteria from the outside get into the wound. Then move the piercing 4-5 times in the puncture channel so that the wound is also disinfected.
Do not take any blood-thinning medication for the first few days and refrain from exercise for the first few weeks. Sufficient sleep and a healthy diet also have a positive effect on wound healing. Avoid contact with foreign body fluids, such as sweat or saliva.
Water and sun
The first 2-4 weeks you should avoid chlorinated water with a freshly pierced piercing. When swimming in the lake, it is important to cover the piercing site with a waterproof plaster. Showering is possible, but you should avoid touching with shower gel or scrubs. UV rays delay the healing process and can damage the skin around the piercing, so we recommend avoiding blazing sun and the solarium for the first few weeks.
Signs of piercing inflammation
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The area around the piercing is swollen.
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Severe redness can be seen in the wound area.
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The area feels very warm and pulsates.
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Green or yellow pus comes out from the piercing injury.
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In very few cases you may get a fever
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When a strong inflammation cold symptoms
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Excessive sensitivity and pain at the piercing site
All these listed symptoms are signs of piercing inflammation.
An unkempt piercing can lead to problems such as scarring and abscesses.
How do I take care of my piercing in case of infection?
In case of very severe infections, you should definitely consult a doctor or a professional piercer. He can recommend the best possible treatment.
In case of slight swelling, you do not need to remove the piercing immediately, otherwise the hole would grow closed. If the situation worsens, you should seek professional help.
Can I touch my piercing touch?
If you have a freshly pierced piercing, special care is required. The wound is very sensitive and can easily become infected if care is neglected. If you want to clean or take care of your piercing, it is important to work only with clean and washed hands or with disposable gloves. Disposable gloves from the packaging are not sterile and must be washed or disinfected before use. Touch the piercing as little as possible with your fingers to prevent bacteria and germs from entering the wound.
If you still touch the piercing with your fingers unknowingly, then disinfect the area so that no pathogens such as bacteria get into the wound.
Does a healed piercing need to be taken care of?
A completely healed piercing is basically very easy to care for. You should not remove your piercings, because the piercing canal will start to close after a few hours or days. If this happens, reinserting the jewelry can be painful and lead to inflammation. If the hole is already closed, the piercing must be re-pierced by a piercer.
When showering, the jewelry should be washed as well, since sebum and sweat can settle. Move the piercing or earring a little and rinse it thoroughly.
Our Gold stud earrings and Gold Huggies are ideal as everyday jewelry because their high-quality materials and workmanship mean they never need to be taken off and never lose their quality.
Conclusion
Avoid removing the jewelry or changing the piercing early. Complete healing can take several weeks to months, depending on the position of the piercing. Healing time may also vary from person to person.
Every body and every piercing is unique, so be sure to follow your piercer's specific care instructions to ensure smooth healing.
By following the tips we have mentioned, you can minimize the risk of infection and help your piercing heal.
If you are unsure or have open questions, do not hesitate to contact your piercer. With careful care you can soon wear your new body jewelry carefree!