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How long after ear piercing can you not wear earrings?
As always, we’ll leave you with the simple summary: You can leave your newly pierced earrings out overnight when your ears are completely healed. This could be anywhere between 6 weeks and 3 months, depending on how quick your skin can heal.
Is white gold OK for newly pierced ears?
Gold (yellow or white) is appropriate for initial piercings if it is 14k or higher, nickel-free, and alloyed for biocompatibility. Gold higher than 18k is too soft for body jewelry because it can easily be scratched or nicked. The gold surface (which is very thin—measured in millionths of an inch) can wear or chip off.
Are hoops or studs better for healing?
Your piercer will probably recommend labret studs – longer studs will accommodate for how much the piercing will swell. Hoops may be too small to give your piercing breathing space, and they also like to move around a lot more than studs, which can irritate the piercing and slow down your healing time.
Can you wear earrings after getting your ears pierced?
After the initial piercing earrings are put in, your earlobes need time to heal before you can switch to the earrings of your choice. When it is time to don those danglers, remember that these types of earrings should not be worn for long periods due to the risk of stretching or tearing the piercings.
How long does it take for ear piercing swelling to go away?
Right after an earlobe piercing, your ear may be red or swollen. That should go away after a day or two. If it continues, feels itchy, or has a discharge, try this three times a day:
What are the aftercare rules for lobe piercings?
Aftercare rules 1 Conduct saline cleanses for the entire healing process. The outside of your lobe piercing will heal before the interior. 2 NEVER rotate your jewelry. If you got your lobe pierced when you were younger, you were probably told to twist the jewelry once or twice a day. 3 Don’t sleep on your jewelry.
How long does it take to get an ear piercing done?
Earlobes usually take 6-8 weeks. If you pierce the cartilage on the side of your ear, it can take 4 months to a year. Ask your piercing professional for an estimate.