Piercing Safety & Healing Guide

Getting a new piercing? Whether it’s your ears, nose, or something more adventurous, proper aftercare is essential for a safe and smooth healing process.

Before the Piercing:

• Choose a licensed, clean studio: Don’t compromise on hygiene.

• Use a professional piercer—not a piercing gun. Guns can cause trauma to the tissue.

• Discuss metal types: Go for implant-grade titanium, surgical steel, or 14k–18k gold to avoid allergic reactions.

Aftercare Tips:

• Clean twice daily: Use saline solution or piercing-safe rinse.

• Avoid touching: Only touch with clean hands when cleaning.

• Sleep carefully: Avoid pressure on the pierced area.

• Avoid swimming: No pools, oceans, or hot tubs until fully healed.

• No alcohol or peroxide: These slow healing and dry out the skin.

Healing Times by Piercing:

• Earlobe: 6–8 weeks

• Cartilage: 4–12 months

• Nose: 2–6 months

• Eyebrow: 6–8 weeks

• Navel: 6 months – 1 year

Signs of Infection (See a Piercer or Doctor):

• Excessive redness, swelling, pain

• Pus or green/yellow discharge

• Fever or chills

Final advice:

Be patient. Healing is a process, and with proper care, your new piercing will look great for years to come.