How to Take Care of New Piercings

Getting a new piercing can be exciting, but not giving it the proper care can have disastrous and sometimes painful results. New piercings need proper care in order for the skin around the piercing to heal and stay healthy.

Instructions

1

Clean the piercing with anti-bacterial soap three times a day. For a tongue piercing, rinse your mouth with Listerine each time you eat. Sucking on ice also helps with the pains and swelling.

2

Rotate your piercing at least twice a day so the skin doesn't heal around the piercing.

3

Soak your piercing in salt water to get rid of any crust that has formed. Use a Q-tip or cotton swab to gently clean any matter away from the area.

4

Cover your ear piercing with tissue when using hair products or perfume. Clean your telephone with a disinfectant after each use.

5

Wear loose-fitting clothes or belts for naval piercings and try not to sleep on your stomach, as air circulation is good for healing. Frequently replace your bedding.

6

Wait at least 1 month before changing your jewelry in order to give it proper time to heal. Jewelry should be continuously worn for 4 to 6 months after that or the piercing can close up.