After Care
The most important part of a new piercing is taking care of it!
Thank you for choosing us!
We take the time to give you this information so that you can have the best healing process possible. We want to make sure that your piercing heals beautifully and that you feel confident trusting us with the entire piercing process.
We love what we do and we hope you do too!
If you have a specific question that isn’t answered below, don’t hesitate to reach out and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Piercing Care
Ear Piercings
What To Use
Neilmed Sterile Saline Spray or a comparable cleaner (please reach out if unsure).
What To Do
Use sterile saline spray 3-5 times a day on the front and the back/ top and bottom of your piercing and let it air dry. Spray directly on
your piercing.
In the shower, let warm water run gently on your piercings.
You can use a damp paper towel or wet Q-Tip to wipe away any excess debris that are not getting rinsed away.
(When using a Q-Tip, be aware that fibers that can break off and agitate or make their way into your piercing)
Nose + Facial Piercings
What To Use
Neilmed Sterile Saline Spray or a comparable cleaner (please reach out if unsure)
What To Do
Use sterile saline spray 3-5 times a day on the front and the back/ top and bottom of your piercing and let it air dry. Spray directly on your piercing.
In the shower, let warm water run gently on your piercings.
You can use a damp paper towel or wet Q-Tip to wipe away any excess debris that are not getting rinsed away.
(When using a Q-Tip, be aware that fibers that can break off and agitate or make their way into your piercing)
Oral Piercings
What To Use
Clean water. Just drink lots of water. Rinse with water.
What To Do
Gently rinse with water multiple times a day, especially after eating.
Drink lots of water!
If you smoke or drink alcohol, try to cut back. Smoking can contribute to more swelling and drinking can contribute to the death of healthy cells.
If it irritates a paper cut, it will irritate a fresh piercing in your mouth and should be avoided for the first four weeks.
AVOID:
Foods that are salty, spicy, citrusy, acidic, or crunchy.
No chewing gum, sticky taffy, making out, and oral sex.
Keep others’ bodily fluids away from it.
PLEASE NOTE
Tooth and gum damage can occur with oral piercing
Naval + Nipple Piercings
What To Use
Use a gentle soap with no added fragrance or dyes
What To Do
Wash your hands, bring the soap to a lather, then gently wash the piercing.
Rinse them thoroughly and gently in the shower
*For navels, blow-dry your piercing on the COOL setting for 30 seconds after washing
Four Rules
Most common complications for piercings come from abuse and neglect.
Abuse: Constant hitting, spinning, snagging, and introduction of foreign products/fluids
Neglect: Not cleaning your piercing often or thoroughly enough
Downsizing and avoiding touching your jewelry will give you the best chance of avoiding damage
If you notice swelling, irritation, or a bump forming on your piercing, contact your piercer right away and they will make sure you are taken care of.
Clean your piercing
EVERY DAY!
DO NOT let anyone besides your piercer touch your piercing
Don’t touch your piercing unless you’re cleaning it and have clean hands
Schedule a follow-up appointment roughly 6 weeks after your piercing