How To Wear A Mask With A New Nose Piercing? Top 99 Best Answers

8. DO NOT TOUCH THE PIERCING!

9. Wait (typically) 4 to 8 weeks before having jewelry professionally downsized or exchanged for a new stud earring and 6 months before having jewelry professionally exchanged for a ring.

10. Shrinking is very important to properly heal piercings. You will be pierced with a longer piece of jewelry to compensate for any initial swelling and inflammation. Approximately 4-8 weeks after this you will need to contact Studio 28 for a follow up consultation where we may fit a shorter piece of jewellery. Fees apply for new parts required.

11. Allow the piercing to fully heal before changing the jewelry yourself. We are always happy to help you with jewelry changes!

12. DO NOT sleep on the jewelry as this may cause additional swelling and irritation. This causes the piercing to heal at incorrect angles that cannot be repaired without removal.

13. We guarantee all our jewelry against manufacturer defects. If jewelry becomes loose, falls, or is lost, you must purchase a new replacement top at retail price.

14. If you have any problems or concerns with your piercings, please contact your piercer or studio.

15. We are here to help with any problem, big or small!

16. We must charge a fee each time gloves, barriers, tools or jewelry are used on future visits.

A new nose piercing requires regular and thorough cleaning to aid healing and prevent infection. Piercing aftercare should begin the day a person gets a new piercing and continue until it has fully healed. Knowing how to clean nose piercings is important because cleaning prevents infection and other complications such as nasal trauma, nasal bumps, breathing difficulties, and scarring. This article explains everything a person needs to know about how to clean nose piercings so they heal faster.

How to Clean a Nose Piercing Share on Pinterest Credit: RyanJLane/Getty Images Cleaning a nose piercing for the first time can be challenging as the area will be painful and sensitive. However, cleaning the piercing site will help soothe it and reduce pain and swelling. Experts recommend cleaning a nose piercing twice a day until it’s fully healed. Cleaning Process A person can clean a nose piercing by immersing the piercing site in warm salt water and soaking it in the water for 3–5 minutes. A small mug or egg cup works well to hold the saline solution. After the piercing site has been immersed in the saline solution, the person should rinse it off with clean water and gently pat it dry with a clean paper towel. Another option is to dip a cotton ball or swab in a warm saline solution and apply it to the piercing site for a few minutes. These items are particularly useful for removing dried or crusted lymphatic fluid or blood from the jewelry or piercing site.

What to Use to Clean a Nose Piercing To properly clean a nose piercing, a person will need: Saline (this is easy to make with warm sterilized water and salt)

cotton balls

cotton swab

paper towels

a mug, egg cup, or small bowl to hold the saline solution

Aftercare Getting a nose piercing is a relatively quick process that only takes a few minutes. However, the healing process takes several months. Nose piercing aftercare is a crucial part of the healing process. Frequent cleaning is the first step in nose piercing aftercare. A professional body piercer will recommend the following aftercare guidelines: Clean the area with a saline solution at least twice a day

Avoid touching the piercing site except to clean it with freshly washed hands

Clean the area with gentle, unscented soap once the piercing has fully healed

Wet the area (ask your piercer what they recommend – some piercing experts may recommend using diluted tea tree oil or coconut oil). Aftercare for nose piercings is important as it prevents infection and other complications such as nasal trauma and changes in the shape of the nose.

Risks Nose piercing comes with some risks and possible complications. Some of the most common are: Infection If a person doesn’t know how to clean their nose piercing, there is a chance the site could become infected. When a nose piercing becomes infected, it takes longer to heal. Infections can also cause complications such as scarring and nasal bumps. If a person thinks their nose piercing may have become infected, they should see a doctor who can prescribe antibiotics. Nasal Trauma An untreated nose piercing infection can cause nasal trauma, which is injury to the areas surrounding and supporting the nose. Changes in the shape of the nose If a piercer does not pierce a nose properly, or if an infection is left untreated, changes in the shape of the nose can result.

What to do if a piercing becomes infected? Pain, irritation, discharge, or bleeding is normal when a new piercing is healing. However, anything beyond these symptoms is cause for concern. A person should see a doctor if the spot appears: Red or discolored

has blisters or bumps

is touch sensitive

is excessively painful and itchy

green or yellow discharge with a foul odor If you have symptoms at the injection site and a fever, you should seek medical advice as soon as possible.

How long does it take for nose piercings to heal? Nose piercings can take around 3-6 months to fully heal. However, the healing time can vary from person to person. It can also depend on the type of nose piercing. For example, a nostril piercing takes about 2–4 months to heal, while a septum piercing may heal in less time.

When is it safe to change jewelry? Before removing or changing the jewelry in a nose piercing, a person should ensure that the piercing has fully healed. If a person still experiences sensitivity, swelling, discharge, discomfort, or pain, it is unsafe to remove or change the jewelry.

Other Safety Precautions During Healing When it comes to nose piercings, it’s important to know what not to do to avoid more serious complications. A person caring for a nose piercing should always avoid: Touching the piercing with dirty hands

Tampering with nose jewelry, which could cause irritation

Share nose jewelry with others

with over-the-counter antiseptics such as Neosporin

Attempting to force a nose ring or stud back into the piercing hole as this can cause trauma to the area. Buying nose rings made from safe, high-quality materials like surgical steel also helps prevent allergic reactions and other skin sensitivities.

piercing aftercare

Body Piercing Aftercare: What to Expect:

In the first few days after the piercing, you may notice bleeding, swelling, and bruising, all of which are normal signs of a healing piercing. Your body attempts to flood the wounded area with blood and plasma to achieve homeostasis (when your blood clots to prevent further bleeding). Over the next few weeks/months your body will produce a base layer of cells made of collagen and proteins that will grow through the piercing and around the jewelry. The skin also begins to contract and tighten around the jewelry. New skin cells begin to form on both edges of the piercing and grow inward to connect and form a fistula (flesh tunnel). This process causes a clear/yellow fluid made up of dead cells and other fluids (these fluids dry into what is called “crusts”). It’s okay if “crusts” come off during cleaning; Otherwise, don’t pick on them. At this stage, the initial healing is complete, but it takes several months for the skin to mature and strengthen. Your piercing still needs to be handled with care, as any trauma can cause it to revert to an earlier stage in the healing process.

DO NOT TOUCH YOUR PIERCING!

This is one of the main causes of infection since your hands come into contact with many dirty surfaces. If you must touch your piercing, wash your hands thoroughly first.

Change sheets and towels weekly and wear clean clothing around the piercing.

Disinfect all objects that come in contact with your piercing (e.g. phones, earbuds, etc.).

Try not to sleep on the piercing, poke it, or cause trauma.

Eat a healthy diet, get enough sleep, drink plenty of water, and take vitamins daily to help the healing process.

Avoid stress, alcohol, caffeine and smoking.

Avoid tanning as this can permanently discolor the new skin around the piercing.

You can exercise as long as you don’t poke, cause trauma, or expose your piercing to dirty surfaces or environments. Your sweat is sterile for you, so shower as usual and then clean the piercing with saline solution or sterile wound irrigation.

Do not swim in rivers, lakes, hot tubs, pools, or oceans until your piercing has healed.

Body piercing aftercare in areas other than oral:

Shower: Shower as usual; The last thing you’re going to do in the shower is clean your piercing. Lather some mild, fragrance-free, non-antibacterial soap in your hands and gently wash your piercing. You want enough friction to clean the piercing but not so much that you injure it. Don’t twist or move the jewelry, but if it moves slightly, that’s okay. The hot water from the shower opens your capillaries/pores, flushes the area and increases oxygen levels, which aids healing.

Sea Salt Baths: These should be done 1-2 times daily using 1/4 teaspoon sea salt to 1 cup distilled water, or for a larger amount, 4 teaspoons sea salt to 1 gallon distilled water (do not use iodized salt, which has an additive that prevents caking ). Heat the water to a comfortable temperature, don’t burn yourself! Use a clean shot glass, cup, or bowl to soak the piercing for 5 minutes, then rinse with distilled water or shower to remove any salt crystals that may form as it dries. You can invert the piercing yourself and hold the container of sea salt solution firmly against the skin to create a seal, then invert again to soak. You can also soak sterile gauze in the sea salt solution to make a compress that can be applied to hard-to-reach piercings. Just like taking a shower, the warm sea salt solution opens up capillaries/pores, flushing the area and increasing oxygen levels.

Saline Cleansing: These should be performed 2-3 times daily with saline solution or sterile wound irrigation without hydrogen peroxide or alcohol. Apply the solution to a couple of cotton swabs and clean each side of the piercing. The first cleanse should be after your hair and makeup, or as the last thing you do before leaving the bathroom. This will remove any hair/body products and makeup that may have migrated into your piercing. Clean your piercing again during the day and before bed. If you do extraordinarily dirty activities, do an extra cleaning afterwards. Do not turn the jewelry again.

Oral Piercing Aftercare:

Mouthwashes: These should be done 4-5 times a day with an alcohol-free mouthwash after eating, drinking anything other than water, and after brushing your teeth; rinse for at least 30 seconds. In a pinch, you can also dilute an alcohol-based mouthwash with water (50/50). Eat, drink, and talk as usual, but do not play with the jewelry until the piercing has healed. You can chew on some ice chips to reduce swelling. Avoid drinking alcohol. If you are a heavy smoker, add an extra mouthwash during the day.

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Do not sleep on your piercing for the first 1-2 weeks (possibly longer).

Be careful when changing, using towels, hugging, styling your hair, wearing glasses.

Tell your stylist about a fresh ear piercing if you visit during the healing period.

Avoid touching your piercing with gels, hair sprays, hair dye, etc. while it is healing.

No makeup in/near your piercing.

Clean your cell phone and be careful when using it on your freshly pierced ear. Ideally, use your other ear for 1-2 weeks.

Avoid headphones resting on or moving the punctured area.

Cover your piercing for the first 1-2 weeks if you are near areas that are dirty or full of dust.

No spas, saunas, chlorine baths or baths during healing.

Avoid contact sports or other exercises that could put stress on the area around the piercing.

No oral or rough sexual play in the area until fully healed.

How long will it take before I can change my jewelry?

Wait at least six months. Nostril piercings are not very forgiving if you try to change jewelry too soon. Not waiting long enough can result in irritation, a tear in the piercing canal, scarring, an increased risk of infection, or difficulty putting the jewelry back in place. Make sure you get pierced with jewelry you like and wait until it’s fully healed to change it.

How long before I can leave the piercing empty?

The inner wall of a nostril piercing is made up of mucous membrane, so this part of the piercing tends to close up very quickly without jewelry – even for a few brief minutes. If you like your piercing, keep jewelry in it; Do not remove your jewelry without first having another piece of jewelry to take its place.

Are there jewelry options if I need to hide the piercing?

There are several options that will make your piercing less visible, but none that will make it invisible. We sell quartz nostril screws, which are incredibly discreet – and a great option for surgeries where metal isn’t allowed. We also stock press-in post ends in matte titanium and anodized in several different shades of copper to match different skin tones. (This option is available for initial piercings, but then shouldn’t be changed for six months while it heals.) While these won’t make your piercing go away, they’re much less noticeable than other options—especially if someone isn’t looking for your piercing—and they work in situations where wearing jewelry is not acceptable, such as B. at work, at family gatherings, at school, at surgeries, etc.

How do I get the jewelry out?

We typically use one of two types of jewelry for nostril piercings: a nostril screw or a press-fit barbell — although a ring is a third option. (But if your piercing was done at Infinite, your jewelry is most likely a nostril screw or press-fit barbell.)

Nostril screws are a long “wire post” with a set stone, ball, or disc at one end. This is bent into a modified coil or screw to fit each person’s individual nostril. To remove, grasp the end and twist slightly as the jewelry comes out. Removing and reinserting nostril screws can be tricky (at least until you get the hang of it), but once you get the feel for it, it becomes second nature.

Pressfit barbells are exactly what they sound like: barbells where the end is held in place by pressure (as opposed to regular barbells, where the ends are screwed together). Pressfit dumbbells also only have one end that comes off; This is the end on the outside of your nose. To remove, grasp the inner bead and outer piece and pull apart. When reinserting, the pin should be inserted from the inside of your nose.

Initially, removing your nostril jewelry can be frustrating and tedious. If you are having trouble changing or removing your jewelry, come see us. If you buy the jewelry from us, we will insert it for free. Just don’t try to change your piercing until it’s at least 6 months or more old; Taking off your jewelry too early can actually cost you your piercing.

Can I get this piercing wherever I want?

The position of your nostril piercing depends on the size and shape of your nose, as well as the position of the crease of your nostril – the thinnest part of your cartilage and the traditional position for the piercing. To find your nose wrinkle, look in the mirror and spread your nostrils; The natural line that forms is your nose crease. Almost anywhere along that line will work, although most people will have a specific spot that flatters their features the most.

Why can’t I get a really tight fitting ring?

Rings tend to be problematic during healing, so we almost always recommend healing with a pin. (Even if you never see it, your nostril tissue will swell slightly after the piercing and during the healing process, so initial jewelry must be large enough to accommodate any swelling that may occur, and wearing a ring that is also strained will irritate the tissue and often leads to healing difficulties or even scarring). Let your piercer recommend a fit and style for you, your nose and your lifestyle; You can always switch to something tighter once the piercing has fully healed.

Why is my jewelry noticeable?

Nostril screws are initially bent during the healing process to fit your nose and piercing. This means that the jewelry will initially be slightly larger to accommodate swelling. This can cause the screw to protrude from the base of the nose. Pressfit barbells also need to be longer initially to account for swelling.

If you find your nostril screw sticking out or the ends flapping down after getting the piercing, give it a week; this often resolves on its own. If the jewelry is still loose and uncomfortable after this time, see your piercer. He or she can sometimes tighten the nostril screw without removing it to help it stay in place but still allow for healthy healing. Once the piercing has fully healed, you can have it bent for the perfect fit you are looking for, or opt for a shorter post overall.

Why shouldn’t I get my nose pierced with a gun? It s cheap!

It may be cheaper but you get what you pay for. Piercing a nostril with a gun is more painful and tends to leave ugly scars, rarely resulting in a healthy, attractive piercing. In addition, piercing guns cannot be sterilized due to their plastic parts; This means that the blood and bodily fluids of others collect in various cracks and crevices. In addition, personnel at sites that use ear piercing guns are rarely effectively trained in the transmission of bloodborne pathogens, and there are several documented cases of staph infections in the United States acquired through improper use of ear piercing guns.

Additionally, piercing pistol bolts were not designed to pierce nostrils. The pin used is far too short to allow swelling, which often results in jewelry penetrating the skin. All of this means more discomfort, swelling, and scarring—and makes the piercing unlikely to heal at all.

For more information on the dangers of piercing guns, visit the Association of Professional Piercers website here.

Nose piercing is the most common of all facial piercings. Positioning your nose piercing is a personal choice, there are many different piercing placement choices based on anatomy and personal preference.

Placement of a nose stud, ring, or hoop can be anywhere along the nostril. The most common positioning is through the curvature of one of the nostrils (the fold of the “wing” of the nostril). Many people come with a certain idea of ​​what their nose piercing should look like and which side they want to be pierced on. There is no right or wrong side of the nose to get a piercing, it’s up to you. A good idea is to choose your best “selfie side” of your face, whether that’s the left side or the right side!

If you are unsure which nostril to get pierced or where the nostril is located, consider the following questions before going to your appointment. Your piercing specialist will also give you a few different options and mark the spot where the piercing should be placed so you can agree on placement before anything happens.

Will you be pierced with a ring or a stud? Or do you want to switch between the two in the future? Do you ever see yourself getting a stacked or double nose piercing or a symmetrical nose piercing on either side of your nose? Is the crease and wing of your nostril more pronounced on one side? Do you want your piercing to be closer to the front of your nostril or further back? On the fold or at the top?

Your piercer, after consulting with you, will mark a few different positions to help you choose the best option for your unique style and nose shape.

We always take the time to mark the placement of the piercing to give you all possible options for your piercing.

If you prefer to wear a ring or hoop, your piercing may need to be lower or you may need to wear a larger ring in the future. If you’re sure you’ll always wear a nose stud and prefer a higher piercing, that’s totally fine too. Remember, the higher the position, the more difficult it will be for you to change your jewelry yourself and turn it into a ring.

You may need to reposition your nose piercing to accommodate a second piercing in the future. You can get a stacked or double nose piercing the same day, which means you can get the positioning just right.

Remember that your face is not completely symmetrical. Aligning a double nostril piercing requires care and planning. We have several ways to create the best possible piercing symmetry for you, including using measuring tools such as calipers.

One side of your nose may stick out more than the other. It’s better to choose the thinnest part of your nostril where it dips more. This means there is less chance of swelling. However, if you’re heart set on piercing the side that’s thicker or more protruding, that’s fine too. We recommend choosing a ring or hoop in this case as they offer more room for swelling.

The positions of a nose piercing really depend on the type of jewelry you choose. If your piercing is near the front of your nose, a ring or hoop may fit better. A stud earring or a ring can be worn in the middle of the nose crease/flannel.

A stud can look better than a ring if your piercing sits further back or up the crease or bridge of the nose. A ring in this range needs to be quite large, while if it’s further down the nose it gives you the option of choosing a smaller, more snug ring.

If you change your mind after getting a nose piercing, don’t worry, nose piercings heal quickly after you remove your jewelry and you can always try a different position or the opposite side in the future.

You can also get pierced at school or work with a bioplast clear nose clip and have it ready for the holidays.

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Last updated on June 27, 2022

Nose piercing is a popular form of body modification.

This can be done in a number of ways depending on the placement and type of piercing. There are many different reasons why people choose to get a nose piercing.

Some people do this for aesthetic reasons, while others may want to express themselves through their body modifications. Nose piercings can also have spiritual significance for some people.

Whatever your reason for getting a nose piercing, do your research first!

This article will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision about getting a nose piercing.

What not to eat after a nose piercing?

It’s important to keep your nose clean and dry during the healing process.

You should avoid drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes, or chewing tobacco while you have a new piercing as it can irritate the area and cause infection if you do it too soon after the piercing!

If there is crusting or discharge in this area, contact your piercer for advice.

How long does it take for a nose piercing to heal?

Most people find that their new nose piercings heal within six to eight weeks.

However, it can vary from person to person.

Be sure to keep an eye on your piercing and contact your piercer if you have any problems.

Don’t drink hot beverages

Avoid drinking hot beverages until your nose piercing is fully healed. This can cause the area to swell and potentially damage the piercing.

Do not touch it!

One of the most important things you can do to ensure a quick and healthy healing process for your new nose piercing is not to touch it! Your hands are covered in bacteria that can cause infection when inserted into the piercing.

Be patient!

Healing times can vary from person to person, so be patient and let your body do its thing. If you follow these guidelines and take care of your new piercing, it will soon heal and look amazing!

Avoid spicy foods and drinks

Although there are no specific foods you can eat after a nose piercing, it’s important to avoid spicy foods and drinks.

This type of food can cause discomfort and irritation when chewing in the area around your new nose ring or stud.

It can even lead to infection if done too soon after piercing!

Maintain adequate hydration and a healthy diet during the healing process.

Nose piercing aftercare

There are a few things you can do to help your nose piercing heal properly:

-Make sure you keep your nose clean and dry. Use a saline solution or mild soap to wash the area around the piercing twice a day.

– Avoid touching the area around your piercing, especially if you have dirty hands.

– Do not smoke, drink alcohol or chew tobacco while your nose is healing. All of these activities can irritate the area and cause infection.

– If there is crusting or discharge in this area, contact your piercer for advice.

How do you know if your nose piercing has healed?

Once your nose piercing has healed, you no longer need to follow any of the aftercare guidelines listed above.

The healing process can vary from person to person, so it’s important to keep an eye on your piercing and consult your piercer for advice if you’re having trouble.

There are a few ways you can tell if your nose piercing has healed:

-The area around your new nose ring or studs will no longer be red or swollen. There may still be some tenderness in this area, but this should go away within a few days after the healing process begins.

– Your piercer will remove any scab around the piercing site and there will be no more discharge from that area.

– You can touch the area around your new nose ring or studs without causing pain or irritation to yourself (or others who may come into contact with it).

How do you change the jewelry in your nose piercing?

If you decide to change the jewelry in your nose piercing, make sure the new piece is made out of a non-toxic material.

Sterling silver or titanium are both good options as they are less likely to cause infection.

Ask your piercer for advice on how to safely change the jewelry in your nose piercing without damaging the area.

If you’re wondering whether you can wear your nose ring to a job interview, the answer is yes – but that doesn’t mean it will be well received. Tattoos and piercings are common. But when it comes to getting a job, the question isn’t so much “can” wear the nose ring as it “should” wear it. It all depends on the situation.

Dress Code Before you decide whether to wear this piercing, take a look at the company’s dress code. Check out the company’s website or stop by a retail store and see how the other employees are dressed. If the company has a “business” or “professional” dress code on their website or job posting, that’s a good sign your piercing won’t go down well. On the other hand, if the company’s dress code is casual, you might have a little more leeway. But that doesn’t mean that you should wear the nose ring during the interview. More on that later.

Hiring Managers Another way to gauge the appropriateness of your nose ring during the interview is to do some research on the people you’ll be interviewing. Body piercings tend to be more accepted by people of the younger generations. According to a study published by Pew Research, about 22 percent of Generation X (defined as those born between 1969 and 1982) had a piercing somewhere near their ear, and about 33 percent of Generation Next (born 1983-1990). ) had a. Those born before one of these generations tend to have far fewer tattoos, piercings, or odd hair colors. This means that wearing a nose ring when interviewing someone over a certain age group may be far less acceptable than when interviewing someone younger.

The Industry Your workplace is for work, and you will likely make other concessions to work there. If you work in a law or accounting firm, you’ll likely need to wear a suit or other professional attire—clothes you wouldn’t wear lounging around the house. That’s a concession. With that in mind, think of your piercing as another concession. Like the suit, it’s something you put on or take off when you go to work. As a general rule, if you work in an office or have a job title, you should expect your nose ring to go down badly. If you work in an art studio, coffee house or bar, your nose ring may add to the alternative vibe of the company.

Nowadays, nose piercings are just as popular as ear piercings. And like ear piercings, nose piercings take around 4 to 6 months to heal. It really depends: location of the nose piercing (nose hole, septum, etc.)

jewelry material such as B.: Nickel 18 or 24 carat gold Stainless steel Titanium Niobium

How well you take care of the piercing site Let’s break down the healing times for the different types of nose piercing, what you can do to ensure your nose piercing heals properly, and what to do if the healing isn’t going as planned.

Nose Piercing Healing Process Here are the stages to expect when getting a nose piercing. 1. Acceptance/Inflammation Stage In the first few days or weeks, your body closes the wound where the jewelry entered. It replaces pierced tissue with new tissue in these steps: blood coagulates and hardens around the piercing holes and the jewelry. White blood cells regenerate skin and tissues with collagen. The tissue around the jewelry will begin to swell in an attempt to push off the piercing. This is because your body sees the jewelry as a foreign object as it cannot fully complete the healing process as usual. During this stage, you may also experience the following at the piercing site: pain

tenderness

warmth

Hemorrhage 2. Healing/Proliferating Stage This stage occurs over the next few weeks and months after the surface swelling and redness are less visible. Here’s a general breakdown of this phase: Your body begins to form a tube-like structure of scar tissue called a fistula, running from one opening of the piercing to the other. A yellowish liquid consisting of lymph, blood plasma and dead blood cells develops near the piercing. It collects around the opening, hardens and begins the scarring process. The discharge eventually stops. The two sides of the fistula around the punctured areas begin to connect completely, completing the formation of scar tissue. Your piercing can feel very tender for those few weeks or months if the piercing has caused unexpected damage or trauma to the site. Be extra careful if you notice a lot of discharge or pain. 3. Maturity/maturation phase This is the final phase. The piercing is fully healed. You can swap out the jewelry or temporarily remove it entirely without affecting the piercing. This part may take a few more weeks and months. At this stage: The inner lining of the fistula becomes thick, securing the jewelry in place while facilitating jewelry removal and replacement. The piercing is also less likely to close up because the tissue has fully healed. It will not try to close any further. But that’s not always the case. Some nose piercings can close up in less than a day after removing the jewelry. To prevent this, replace the jewelry quickly.

Piercing-Type Healing Not all nose piercings heal at the same rate. Here’s the breakdown of how long each type of nose piercing can take to heal. Nostril Piercing Nostril piercings take about 4 to 6 months to heal. This can greatly depend on the type of jewelry. A thin ring can close quickly. A thicker ring or stud may last longer. Septum piercings take about 2 to 3 months to heal. The septum is a thin layer of skin, nerves, and blood vessels between your two nostrils. It’s delicate and usually hurts more than a nose piercing. However, it heals quickly because your body has less tissue to reconstruct. Rhino Piercing Rhino horn piercings take about 6 to 9 months to heal. The tissue above your nose is thicker, so it takes longer for the tissue to fully heal than with other types of nose piercing. Bridge piercing Bridge piercings heal in about 2 to 3 months. Bridge piercings usually heal much faster than other nose piercings because very little tissue is pierced. The jewelry only goes through a small section of skin on the tip of the nose between the eyes. Nasallang Piercing Nasallang piercings take about 4 to 6 months to heal. These piercings are complex because they go through your septum and both nostrils. Have this done by an experienced piercer.

Best Practices for Piercing Aftercare Your piercer will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions to follow. Here are some general guidelines for keeping your piercing clean and healthy while it heals: Don’t touch your nose piercing before washing your hands with soap and water.

Rinse your piercing twice a day with warm water and a saline solution. Gently pat dry with a clean towel or paper towel.

Use gentle, unscented soap on the piercing. Make sure you rinse everything out completely.

Signs of Improper Healing Contact your piercer or a doctor if you notice any of the following signs of an improperly healing nose piercing: unusually annoying itching

redness

formation of bubbles

thick or dry skin

unusually colored skin

Pain or burning around the piercing

Piercing very delicate to the touch

a bad smell around the piercing

greenish or yellowish discharge from the piercing

When to Replace Your Nose Piercing You cannot remove or replace a nose piercing until it has completed the final healing stage. This means you may have to wait up to 8 months or more before replacing your jewelry. At this point, you should not have any pain, tenderness, discharge, or discomfort. See your piercer if you’re unsure if your piercing has fully healed. Removing jewelry prematurely can cause infection or occlude the piercing. Your piercer can also ensure that the new jewelry is put in correctly.

About once a week I get an email from a reader asking me about my nose ring and if they should get one too, so I thought I’d make a little FAQ and show you some of my favorite inspirations to help you decide a bit to facilitate . I’ve had my nose piercing for two years now and I love it. It’s hard to explain, but I really like the look of girls with small studs or smaller rings, especially if their style is more feminine or minimalist. It’s an interesting contrast. Overall I would say if you want a nose piercing, get it as it is not permanent or super invasive. The piercing doesn’t really have any disadvantages for me, it doesn’t restrict me, it didn’t hurt that much and if I don’t like it anymore, I can just take it out. The most common questions from readers were these three:

Did it hurt? A little, but no more than a vaccination or an injection at the dentist and it’s over before you know it. The piercer will usually distract you, which is a good thing since the build-up beforehand would likely be a lot worse than the actual split second of the needle going through. If you really want a piercing, don’t let the pain put you off, stubbing your toe is a lot worse.

How is the healing process? I also had my belly button and tongue pierced and the healing process for the nose piercing was definitely the easiest. Your nose is a fairly “stationary” body part and heals much faster than, say, navel piercings and is less prone to infection. For the first 4 weeks you must wear a simple stud earring made of stainless steel, titanium or 14k gold. Your piercer will also give you instructions on how to care for the piercing, which usually just consists of cleaning twice a day with a special disinfectant. The healing process is not bad; it’s a wound and you have to protect it, but it’s tiny, so no big deal. After the first 4 weeks you are allowed to change your piercing and wear a ring or different stud, but make sure after taking the old one out you put the new one in as soon as possible! At least in the first year the hole closes super fast, in a few minutes it will be smaller.

Will you wear your nose piercing for the rest of your life? Maybe not for the rest of my life, but I definitely want to wear it for many years to come. I find that small studs look very elegant on older women, so maybe I’ll swap out the ring for a stud at some point. Piercings are much less permanent than tattoos; It’s totally fine if you only want a nose ring for a few years. A small hole may be visible for a few months after you take it out, but this will eventually close up.

Nostril piercings are the most common type of nose piercing, but lately I’ve seen a lot of cool septum piercings as well. Some inspiration:

Piercings used to be uncommon. Anything but pierced ears for women. But nowadays many types of piercings have become common including nose piercings. As these become more common, we need to be aware of how they can affect your ability to get a good night’s sleep – and how they can affect people sleeping nearby, whether it’s themselves is your partner or a roommate.

How Does Your Nose Piercing Affect Your Sleep? Possibly not at all, but it could be significant.

Does a nose piercing cause snoring or sleep apnea?

One concern people express before getting a piercing is that it could cause snoring or sleep apnea.

It’s possible that a nose piercing can cause you to start snoring. Snoring occurs when your airways are narrowed, creating a turbulent flow of air that causes vibrations that are audible as snoring.

A nose piercing can narrow the airways in the nostrils. Not only is the jewelry itself a hindrance, but the piercing can trigger swelling in the nostrils, especially if you have a septum piercing. The good news is that these effects will only be temporary. Unless something goes wrong, e.g. B. an infection or a severe allergic reaction to the jewelry, your piercing should heal quickly. The swelling goes down and the snoring goes back to the way it was before. (Which can actually be worse than you think, especially when you’re sleeping alone.)

Likewise, nose piercing should not cause sleep apnea. Sleep apnea occurs when your airway becomes completely closed against airflow. This cannot happen in your nostrils as you can always breathe through your mouth. Of course, this means your piercing allows you to breathe through your mouth, which could make snoring worse.

piercings and CPAP

While a piercing doesn’t cause sleep apnea, it could potentially interfere with sleep apnea’s most common treatment: CPAP. CPAP, continuous positive airway pressure, works by forcing air into your nose and/or throat to keep your airways open.

Most CPAP users these days prefer some type of nasal pillow or other nasal fitting. However, this may not be compatible with your piercing. The jewelry could interfere with the CPAP or the CPAP could irritate the piercing. CPAP can cause the area to dry out, making it more irritable. Failure to properly clean and care for the mask can also increase the risk of infection at the piercing site.

For CPAP to work with your piercing, you may need to change your mask style and use a humidifier. You should also make sure you clean your CPAP machine carefully to ensure it doesn’t put you at risk of infection.

Oral devices will not affect your nose piercing

If you have a nose piercing and sleep apnea, we can help. If you’ve tried CPAP and found it irritating or concerned it might be annoying, we have an option that won’t affect your piercing.

Oral devices are simple devices that fit in your mouth to relieve snoring and/or sleep apnea. You keep your jaw in the right position to keep your airway open. Since they don’t affect your nose, they won’t affect your nose piercing.

To learn more about the benefits of oral appliance therapy in Omaha, please call (402) 493-4175 today to schedule an appointment with a sleep dentist at the Advanced Dental Sleep Treatment Center.

Daith and conch piercings by John Johnson at New Flower Studio.

During the nearly eight months of closure, we received countless emails from people with piercing problems, almost all nose and mouth piercings, and almost all apparently due to masks. The combination of the long hours we wear masks each day and the frequency with which we may remove and replace them throughout the day creates a myriad of opportunities for straps to snag on the beads and discs that go on the back of many earlobes, conch, rest, helix and flat piercings. Don’t forget industrial piercings that offer two ends, both exposed to masking straps.

This ear has two forward helix piercings and one earlobe piercing. With regular wear or frequent donning and doffing, these piercings can become irritated by the constant external force that a mask exerts on the piercings.

Depending on the piercing, jewelry, and fit of the mask someone is wearing, it’s possible for constant pressure to push the jewelry in an uncomfortable direction. Prolonged pressure on a piercing from external forces such as sleeping, headphones, clothing, masks, as well as regular snagging on hair, combing, masks, and clothing often cause problems such as scarring and migration. One speaks of migration when a piercing rests in an unintended position for a long time, as it is increasingly being held by less and less tissue in the body. Sometimes a wandering piercing cannot support the weight of the jewelry at all and falls out entirely.

This image shows a ring in a conch piercing being pushed down and in by the strap on her mask. Notice how the mask also sits over the front of three earlobe piercings.

In the image above, there is a clear cause and effect of the ring being pushed open through the mask. You can clearly see the tissue being pushed forward at the piercing site. The possible solutions could be a small button that could reduce the contact between the jewelry and the bracelet, a different mask that better accommodates the jewelry, or a mask accessory (earmuffs) that helps reduce the pressure that masks put on the back of the mask exercise ear.

We now stock these ear savers at New Flower Studio in Long Beach. The currently available colors are black and white.

The body piercing industry is in an unusual situation with the amount of ear piercings we do and the same customers who have to wear masks for hours every day. We are pleased to now offer Ear Savers for sale in the studio. If you wear some of the more exotic ear piercings like conch, flat, or helix piercings, these can help preserve them for as long as we all continue to wear masks.

This is an example of an earmuff pulling the mask straps away from the back of the ear.

At the time of this writing, we are operating under very strict security protocols. Please be aware of how we are working during the pandemic and understand that for some reason we are not allowing mask removal in our studio.

Nose piercing care A new nose piercing requires frequent cleaning. As with any new piercing, regular cleaning will help keep debris out of the piercing while preventing infection. However, the aftercare doesn’t stop there. You need to make sure your nose piercing and jewelry are in good condition on a regular basis to avoid future problems. Read on to learn the ins and outs of caring for nose piercings. You can also speak to your piercer for specific tips tailored to you.

Nose Piercing Aftercare Getting a nose piercing is a relatively quick process. However, the healing process is not that fast. It takes several weeks to a few months for a piercing to fully heal. For the first few days, your nose piercing will be red, inflamed, and possibly painful. The first step in nose piercing aftercare is cleaning. Your piercer will recommend using a saline solution at least twice a day. You can also use your own DIY sea salt conditioner or even tea tree oil if your nose is extra sensitive. You should also make sure that you leave the original jewelry in place until the piercing has healed. Changing jewelry carries a risk of infection. You also risk the piercing hole closing up. Don’t touch the piercing unless you’re cleaning it with freshly washed hands – you could accidentally introduce bacteria and cause an infection. An untreated nose piercing infection can lead to nasal trauma and a variety of other symptoms, including difficulty breathing and a change in the shape of the nose.

The Center for Young Women’s Health says it takes an average of two to four months for a nose piercing to fully heal. Your piercer can help you determine this for sure. Once your piercing has healed, you won’t need to clean the area as often as you used to. However, you will need to occasionally clean your nose piercing to maintain it. This also helps prevent infection and scarring. To clean your nose piercing you will need the following items: Saline solution or a sea salt bath

cotton balls

thick paper towels or cotton towels, as thin material can fall apart and stick to jewelry. If making your own salt conditioner, thoroughly mix 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt in warm distilled water. You can dip the cotton balls or paper towels in the solution, or hold your nose in a cup of water.

How to Care for a Nose Piercing You must clean a new nose piercing twice a day, but you can do it more often. After a few months, when your piercing is fully healed, you can reduce the use of saline rinses and baths, only using them when the piercing area is dirty or oily. You can also start by using mild, unscented soap only on healed nose piercings.

How to Clean a Nose Ring In addition to cleaning your nose piercing, it’s important to clean your nose jewelry as well. This will help remove any oil, dirt or debris stuck to the jewelry. They can also wash away potentially infection-causing bacteria. New piercings need to be cleaned around and under the stud. If you switch to other types of jewelry while your piercing is healing, it is helpful to clean the jewelry each time you clean the piercing. This can be done with regular saline or regular soap and water. If you wear silver jewelry in your nose, you should also occasionally clean it with a professional silver jewelry cleaner. This will help get rid of any corrosion that could potentially get stuck in your piercing.

Safety and Precautions When it comes to your nose piercing, knowing what not to do is just as important as knowing how to care for it. To get a nose piercing: Do not use over-the-counter antiseptics, including Neosporin. If you think your piercing is getting infected, continue flushing with saline and seek advice from your piercer.

Do not use hydrogen peroxide – this will cause irritation in the piercing.

Do not twist or play with your nose jewelry as this will irritate the piercing.

Don’t touch your piercing with dirty hands.

Never share nose rings or studs with other people.

Never force a ring back into the piercing hole. This can damage your skin. If it doesn’t go in right away, gently insert the ring in a clockwise direction until it becomes tight. You can also help prevent allergic reactions and other skin sensitivities by opting for quality nose rings. For a future nose ring, look for the following materials: Surgical steel

titanium

Jewelry made from 14k or higher gold is also less likely to break down in the nose, which can lead to complications if swallowed or aspirated.