# Piercing Care #

1. Cleaning Your Piercing (external one)

  • Wash your hands thoroughly before touching your piercing.

  • Clean your piercing 2 times a day using a saline solution 

  • Use a clean cotton pad or gauze to gently remove crusts.

  • use antiseptics  as the same as saline solution. (maximum 10 days)

  • Second week 2 times a day saline solution
  • Third week after skin test use Tea Tree 2/3 times a week during evening till complete healing.

2. Showering & Hygiene

  • Rinse the piercing gently with warm water in the shower.

  • Avoid swimming in pools, hot tubs, lakes, or oceans at least for 3 weeks.

  • Keep hair, cosmetics, and clothing away from the piercing as much as possible.

3. Handling & Jewelry

  • Do not twist or remove the jewelry during healing.

  • Avoid unnecessary touching.

  • Use only high-quality materials (surgical steel, titanium, or niobium) for initial piercings.

4. Signs of Infection

Contact me or a doctor if you notice:

  • Excessive redness or swelling

  • Severe pain or throbbing

  • Pus or foul odor

  • Fever or feeling unwell

5. Healing Times (Average)

  • Earlobe: 6–8 weeks

  • Cartilage: 3–6 months

  • Nose: 2–4 months

  • Navel: 6–12 months

  • Lip / Labret: 6–8 weeks

  • Eyebrow: 6–8 weeks

(Healing times vary per person — follow care instructions throughout the full period.)

6. General Tips

  • Sleep on the opposite side if possible to avoid pressure.

  • Avoid wearing tight clothing over the piercing.

  • Eat healthy and stay hydrated — it supports faster healing.

  • Do not use ointments unless specifically advised by your piercer.

7. Oral / Mucosal Piercings (Tongue, Lip, Smile etc)

Internal Care

Use an alcohol-free antibacterial mouthwash up to 3 times a day for a maximum of 10 days.
Rinse gently for about 30 seconds, especially after meals.

You can also rinse with a saline solution or salt water (½ teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water) if needed.

 

First Days Tips:

 

Expect some swelling during the first 3–5 days — this is normal.

Help reduce swelling by:

  • Drinking cold water

  • Using ice chips

  • Eating soft and cool foods

Avoid:

  • Alcohol

  • Smoking

  • Spicy or very hot foods

  • Kissing or oral contact during the first 7–10 days

Oral Hygiene

Brush your teeth gently after every meal using a soft toothbrush.

Avoid playing with the jewelry using your teeth or tongue.

Keep your oral hygiene very clean during the healing period.

 

Important

Do not use mouthwash more than 10 days, as excessive use can disturb the natural oral bacteria balance. 

 

 

Remember:

Patience and gentle care are key to a successful healing process.

Always follow up with your piercer if you have questions or concerns.