Can you dye your hair with a new ear piercing?

Dyes and lighters and other chemicals used in the process like toners can all cause irritation to healing piercings. As such it's really important to avoid getting any on your piercings. But no matter how carefully you or your stylist works, it's easy to accidentally hit or bump the area or have product transfer.

Can I wash my hair if I just got my ears pierced?

We don't expect you to stop using hair products during your healing period, but we DO recommend protecting your new piercing from exposure to hair spray and other styling products, including shampoo and conditioner.

What can you not do with newly pierced ears?

Stay out of pools, hot tubs, rivers, lakes and other bodies of water while your piercing is healing. Don't fiddle with your piercings. Don't touch a new piercing or twist the jewelry unless you're cleaning it. Keep clothing away from the piercing, too.

Can hair irritate a piercing?

Your hair can irritate the piercing by: spreading excess dirt and oil. getting tangled around the barbell. exposing the piercing to hair products.

Should I keep hair away from new piercing?

You might consider wearing your hair away from the piercing for at least the first few months of healing. This will remove snag risks and other problems associated with your hair and your healing piercing.

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How long are ears sore after piercing?

Signs of an infection

It is important to note that your earlobe piercing may be tender or painful for up to 3-5 days after the procedure was performed. This is normal. Note that sleeping directly on your ears or side may prolong the tenderness on the earlobe due to the pressure on the piercing site.

Does gunshot ear piercing hurt?

Piercing gun - Guns are used to pierce the non-cartilage area of the earlobe only. It requires little to no training and can be used if you want to have a stud put in your ear right away. It is quick, the shock value can mask the pain and has the same kind of aftercare as getting pierced by a needle.

Should I twist my earlobe piercing?

Also, never twist the bar in the ear while the piercing is healing, just let it do its thing. And if you're finding it tricky not to sleep on the pierced side, use a travel pillow!

What happens if you get bleach in a new piercing?

Chlorine has a drying effect on your skin - red, scaly, or inflamed piercing sites can prolong healing times and cause itchy discomfort. Belly rings take at least six months to heal, so be sure to avoid submerging your piercing in any bodies of water (besides a gentle, hot shower) until then.

Can I get a haircut with new piercing?

3. Avoid Hair Treatments. Also, try to refrain from any hair treatments while it's healing. Hair treatments, especially when performed at home, can be messy and get onto or into your piercing, which can cause an infection.

How do I protect my new helix piercing?

Aftercare for a helix piercing is as simple as washing it twice a day with saline solution (or antimicrobial soap, says Earnest). The hardest part of the process isn't the washing, though; it's making sure to do everything in your power to avoid irritating your piercing.

Should I rotate newly pierced ears?

There's no reason to rotate your piercing. You could damage the delicate, healing skin by rotating the jewelry. In the past, rotating the jewelry was recommended, but it has been found to cause damage that can lead to infection and scarring. For happy healing, NEVER rotate your body jewelry.

When can you sleep on a new piercing?

The general rule of thumb is to avoid sleeping in earrings, with one exception: when you get a new piercing. You'll need to keep these small studs in for 6 weeks or longer, or until your piercer gives you the OK.

How can I make my ear piercing heal faster?

To speed things up, clean the piercing every day with mild soapy water. Don't irritate the skin around the piercing and avoid reopening the wound, which could slow down healing time. Give the tissue around the piercing plenty of time to heal before you change the jewelry.

Which is safer piercing gun or needle?

Having your piercing artist using a piercing needle is classed as safer for your skin as the piercing gun is classed as blunt force trauma. This can damage the soft tissues in your earlobes. Overall, the piercing needle is usually the better option for most people.

What should not eat after ear piercing?

Don't eat spicy, salty or acidy foods or liquids while you are healing. Avoid hot drinks such as hot chocolate, coffee, and tea. Eat cold foods and drinks as they lessen swelling.

Are piercings a sin?

Most people on the side against body piercing use Leviticus as an argument that body piercing is a sin. Some interpret it to mean you should never mark your body, while others see it as not marking your body as a form of mourning, as many of the Canaanites did at the time the Israelites were entering the land.

How much does a ear piercing hurt on a scale of 1 to 10?

A standard lobe piercing is most individuals' first piercing. Many people get this lobe piercing as a child or many years before they plan more placements. Therefore, it should not be surprising that it ranks low on the pain scale – the general rating seems to be 3/10.

How many ear piercings can you get at once?

We recommend not getting more than four piercings in one session, especially if you're getting them on the same ear. Getting multiple piercings can also cause increased swelling during healing and can prolong healing time.

When can I stop cleaning my ear piercing?

We recommend using this solution at least three times daily during the initial healing period (6 weeks for an earlobe piercing and 12 weeks for a cartilage piercing). After the healing period has ended, we recommend that you continue using your ear care solution as needed to keep your new piercing and earrings clean.

How do you sleep after getting your ears pierced?

Tips. If you have a new ear piercing, a thinner travel pillow works great to keep pressure off while you're sleeping. If you don't have a travel pillow you can roll a clean cotton T-shirt or sheet up and place it around the ear so that when you lay on your side, there's no direct pressure on your ear.

Should I clean my piercing the day I get it?

Give it a Rest

First things first – do not attempt to clean your piercing right away when you get home. In fact, don't touch your piercing or the area around it for the first 24 hours after you've had your piercing done. The area will still likely be painful, and you need to let the piercing settle down a bit.

What is the best ear piercing to get?