AFTERCARE
Remember aftercare is a very important part of the piercing process. We`ve done our bit by having a clean and sterile studio, autoclaving our instruments and jewellery and adhering to strict hygiene regulations, now please do yours!
Treat your new piercing with a little care and respect. Advice will be given before and after the process. Aftercare sheets will be provided along with specific instructions for different types of piercing. Please follow the advice on them, you will find it most beneficial.
Below are brief guidelines:
- DO NOT touch your piercing with mucky hands.
- Refrain from swimming, using sun beds or bath products for at least the first week.
- Clean the area once or twice a day with either witch hazel or warm salt water.
- DO NOT use antiseptics eg TCP, Surgical Spirits, Savlon or Germoline.
- It is perfectly normal for your piercing to secrete fluid and to be a little red and sore. If you have any dry residue DO NOT turn or force the jewellery soak any crusts off with salt water or witch hazel.
- For oral piercings rinse out the mouth once or twice a day with warm salt water or a mild non-alcoholic antiseptic mouthwash. DO NOT change your bar until all the swelling has subsided.
- Friends' advice, however well meaning may not be correct. This also applies to internet forums, if you have a problem please contact us.
- If you believe your piercing has become infected, please contact us. Do not remove the jewellery yourself. This may result in any bacteria becoming trapped under the skin.
- Please remember we are all individuals, the healing process may vary from person to person and general health, diet etc are all important factors.
