SOME IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE

Care of the piercing is your responsibility. Following the above advice will ensure safe and proper healing of your new piercing.

In case of infection or if you have any concerns, please book back in to see our piercers for further advice. Do not remove piercing until medically advised to do so to avoid trapping infection in piercing channel.

Contact the team at hello@skinsuiteaesthetics.com OR 01484 861016 if you have any questions about caring for your piercing.

GIVE YOUR PIERCING SOME TLC

The aftercare of a piercing is as important as the piercing itself, it will need some love and attention in order to heal properly. The healing time will vary depending upon your age, health status, general diet, lifestyle and care of the piercing. If your immune system is compromised or your diet is poor, then the healing process may be a little prolonged.

Don't worry, we've got you covered with our advice for fresh piercings below!

REGULAR CLEANING

Clean your piercing with a salt water twice a day until it is fully healed. You should do this for a minimum of 2-3 months for lobes and a minimum or 6 month for cartilage, and whenever your piercing is irritated.

ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS

Always wash your hands before touching your piercing otherwise you could cause infection. Try to avoid touching the piercing, it is not necessary to rotate the jewellery as you might unscrew the ball from your piercing.

DON'T CHANGE YOUR PIERCING TOO SOON

Don't change your piercing too soon, earlobe piercings can be changed after min 8 weeks, cartilage can be changed after min 6 months. Earlobe piercings can take 5-6 months to 100% heal and cartilage piercings can take 9-12 months.

NO SWIMMING

Swimming is not permitted for 4 weeks after getting your ears pierced. Avoid swimming in public baths or the sea too.

SLEEPING ON YOUR PIERCINGS

Where possible avoid sleeping on your piercing. This can cause irritation and prolong healing. Also do not pick, scratch or play at the area.

SOLUTIONS TO AVOID

Do not use ointments, peroxide, contact lenses solution, Savlon, alcohol or pierced ears solutions on your piercing. These are not intended for long-term use and may irritate.

DON'T DRINK ALCOHOL FOR 24 HOURS

Do not drink alcohol within 24 hours of the procedure.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER GETTING YOUR PIERCING?

Initially: Some bleeding, localised swelling, tenderness & bruising.
During healing: Some discolouration, itching, secretion of a whitish fluid (not pus) that will form some crusts around the jewellery.