Hälsoavtal – Piercing

Does it hurt to get pierced?

Getting pierced can cause some pain, it's very individual, but it happens quickly and you usually barely notice it before it's done. Depending on where you get pierced can also depend on how much pain you experience. Ask your piercer for more info.

What are the best aftercare tips for piercings?

• Avoid touching the area without washing your hands.
• Clean with neutral soap. 
• After cleaning, dry with paper towels using light pressing movements.
• Apply antiseptic cream as recommended by the piercer during the healing process. 
• Do not remove any flakes as it is a protective system for our body, or remove the jewelry. 
• For tongue, lips or genitals, avoid sexual contact for the next three weeks. 

How long does it take for the piercing to heal?

It depends on where on the body you have been pierced and what type of perforation. The time varies from a few weeks to a few months.

Aftercare piercing

Navel and nipple piercing

This type of piercing requires two to three cleanings per day for 6 to 8 weeks. Always wash your hands before cleaning. Clean thoroughly around and inside. 

Gently touch the jewelry during cleaning to facilitate cleaning and to avoid soap residues inside the hole that can cause infection.

Nose, ear and eyebrow piercing

These types of piercings should be cleaned at least three times a day with neutral soap by massaging around the piercing with light movements. Gently touch the jewelry so that it is properly cleaned. Avoid using makeup and creams during the healing process to avoid infections. 

Healing time: Lobe 4-6 weeks, outer ear 8-12 weeks, eyebrows 6-8 weeks, wing of the nose 6-8 weeks, bridge of the nose 6-12 weeks

Tongue and lip piercing

Oral piercings can be divided into two different categories: internal oral piercings such as tongue, smiley and external oral piercings such as labret, lip, medusa. Both require the same type of aftercare: avoiding alcohol, strong, too hot or too cold food and practicing oral sex during the healing process. Any discomfort or pain should disappear after three days. Internal piercings take approximately 4-6 weeks to heal, always clean after eating, drinking and smoking. Use antibacterial mouthwash for better cleaning. External piercings should be cleaned 2-3 times per day for 6-8 weeks.

Genital Piercings:

There are different ways to perforate these areas and many different types of jewelry to adorn them with. Some of these piercings are applied purely for aesthetic purposes while others can help with stimulation. 

Genital piercings can be very delicate and sensitive and more susceptible to infection. Cleanse at least three times per day with neutral soap to achieve the best healing. Rinse thoroughly to avoid leaving soap residue that could irritate the area. Healing takes approximately 4-6 weeks. 

Ear stretching:

The earlobes are the most common area to stretch, but it is becoming more common to stretch other body parts as well. Stretch marks should be washed daily with neutral soap. Dry thoroughly with paper towels and avoid touching the area during the day. This is also the best way to manage aftercare when the healing process is complete.