Are you as big a fan of piercings as I am? Then you probably already know that for show off some nice piercings, The most important thing is that they have healed well and the skin is healthy.
Today I want to remind you of a few tips to keep in mind for take care of your piercings and avoid complications.
Do you want to look gorgeous showing off all your piercings? Well, keep reading, you'll see. how easy it is to take care of yourself.
Just got a piercing? Basic care
You love piercings, I know. Where did you get your last piercing? Facial piercings They are the most common, although there are many more.
In any case, if you just did it and you have a fresh wound, then it is very important take extreme care to prevent infection.
I imagine that you have gone to a professional and that you have already has given you the basic advice, But just in case, I'll remind you of them here.
If you follow them, you will surely have a beautiful and healthy piercing to show it off for a long time.
But if you neglect your piercing in these first few days, you may end up with an ugly wound that may result in scarring. Avoid it with these precautions:
- With clean hands (this always happens when you touch any wound!) start by moisten a sterile gauze and pass it along the edges of the perforation. This way, it will soften. So, with the gauze you can remove any crusts that are already dry. It's important not to force them. If they don't come out "almost" on their own, let them stay until the next day. They'll fall out.
- Disinfect with water and neutral soap. It's the best there is. Finishing with a squirt of saline solution. Twist the earring so the solution penetrates the hole and cleans it thoroughly.
- When Finishinged, dry the skin with another gauze. It is not advisable to use cotton on wounds so that the strands do not stick.
- It is recommended apply some disinfectant. There are many brands. Ask at the pharmacy for one that also accelerate healing.
If you've already had a tattoo, you might even have one at home, because the same type of product is used. Just remember to check the expiration date.
Don't rush to replace the earring you've had until the wound heals. Leave it until you're sure it's completely healed. Then, you can wear the jewel you like the most.
Following this simple routine is It is very unlikely that your new piercing will cause any problems.
Have you seen the different types of ear piercingsThere are so many to choose from. You're probably already thinking about what the next one will be...
The most delicate and sensitive piercings
Do you like piercings in your tongue, lip, or teeth? You can get them pierced there, although it is a more delicate area and you have to be careful if you don't want it to affect the health of your teeth.
Oral piercing can be painful and bleed quite a bit. Beyond that, you have to maintain extreme oral hygiene. Keep in mind that there are a lot of bacteria, so the chances of the wound becoming infected are higher.
An appropriate mouthwash (it could be chlorhexidine, but it's best to talk to your dentist) will help you in that phase.
Once the piercing is healed, try not to get into the habit of rubbing the earring against your teeth. This can cause small lesions on the enamel which, over time, could become more complicated.
And how to take care of them? piercings in the genital areas?
Hygiene, hygiene and more hygiene. For obvious reasons, the cleaning and disinfection is essential.
The healing period is longer than in other areas, so arm yourself with patience and forget about products like hair removal creams or similar.
Once healed, it requires extra attention. Be careful not to snag the earring when putting on or taking off clothing, or a tear could occur.
Extra tips for caring for your piercings
Some are common sense, such as:
- Avoid friction while the healing process lasts. For example, if you have a navel piercing, try to wear clothing that does not bother your wound.
- Don't go to the pool either. And if you're going to the beach, avoid the sun for the first few days. If you've ever had surgery, you'll see that this advice is similar to what your doctor gave you for protecting your stitches.
- Do not share towels nor cleaning supplies that will be in contact with that area.
- Forget about perfumes and creams for a while, or any substance that may interfere with healing (or even bother you).
Most piercings, once they have fully healed, They do not require special care, So when yours is healthy, go ahead! You can show it off to your heart's content, change jewelry whenever your body asks you to and try combinations (if you have more than one piercing).
Any other tips you'd like to share with us for keeping your piercings healthy? Tell me how you did it, that we will surely learn some new tricks.