There is a difference

HEALING PERIOD
Ear Lobe – 6 weeks
Ear Cartilage – 3 to 6 Months but can take much longer.

ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS AND DRY THEM USING A CLEAN PAPER TOWEL BEFORE CLEANING YOUR HEALING PIERCING.

Clean the piercing site two to three times daily using sterile saline solution for 3 full months. Do not over-clean the piercing area! Colloidal Silver Spray is perfectly fine to use on your piercing and you can purchase it at Dis-Chem (Spray onto piercing).

If you would like to make your own saline solution, ensure that you use only iodine-free sea salt. Dissolve 1/4 teaspoon of iodine-free sea salt into one cup (250 ml) of freshly boiled water. LET THE SOLUTION COOL DOWN UNTIL IT IS STILL WARM BUT COMFORTABLE TO THE TOUCH. With this method, you will need to make a new batch of saline solution each time you clean your piercing. A stronger mixture is not recommended as a saline solution that is too strong can irritate the piercing.

Once your hands are washed and clean, you can use a clean cotton round to apply the saline solution to the piercing site and allow it to soak for 5 minutes. You can then use a clean earbud to remove any secretion or "crusties" which will now be soft and easily removed due to the warm saline solution. You can then use a clean paper towel to tap-dry the area.

Avoid getting any shampoo, conditioner or chemical residue on the piercing site and ensure to rinse the piercing thoroughly with clean water after showering or bathing. Avoid the use of earphones and headsets during your healing period as these tend to harbour a lot of bacteria and pose the risk of infection. Ensure that anything that has contact with your ears is always clean (hats, beanies, sunglasses etc.).

NB: Avoid sleeping on your piercing at all during the healing period as this will prolong healing and may result in migration of the piercing.

NB: Avoid snagging or hooking your piercing on clothing, brushes and combs as well as getting your hair caught or wrapped up in the piercing if you have long hair. Avoid swimming completely for at least the first 3 weeks following the piercing procedure.

HEALING PERIOD
•Eyebrow – 2-3 months
•Bridge – 3-6 months
•Septum – 4-6 weeks
•Nostril – 3-6 months

ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS AND DRY THEM USING A CLEAN PAPER TOWEL BEFORE CLEANING YOUR HEALING PIERCING.

Clean the piercing site two to three times daily using sterile saline solution for a full 3 months. Do not over-clean the piercing area! Please ensure that you use only Protex Gentle soap or Sanex Zero% Sensitive Shower Gel.

If you would like to make your own saline solution, ensure that you use only iodine-free sea salt. Dissolve 1/4 teaspoon of iodine-free sea salt into one cup (250 ml) of freshly boiled water. LET THE SOLUTION COOL DOWN UNTIL IT IS STILL WARM BUT COMFORTABLE TO THE TOUCH. With this method, you will need to make a new batch of saline solution each time you clean your piercing. A stronger mixture is not recommended as a saline solution that is too strong can irritate the piercing.

Once your hands are washed and clean, you can use a cotton round to apply the saline solution to the piercing site and allow it to soak for 5 minutes. You can then use a clean earbud to remove any secretion or "crusties" which will now be soft and easily removed due to the warm saline solution. You can then use a clean paper towel to gently tap dry the area.

Avoid getting any shampoo, conditioner or chemical residue on the piercing site and ensure to rinse the piercing thoroughly with clean water after showering or bathing.

NB: Avoid snagging or hooking your piercing on clothing and towels. Ensure that you use a clean towel or face cloth each time you take a shower or bath.

NB: Do not apply any makeup anywhere near the piercing site for the healing period as this can cause infection by harbouring bacteria.
Avoid swimming completely for at least the first 3 weeks following the piercing procedure.

HEALING PERIOD
•Tongue – 4 to 6 weeks to fully heal (however the worst of the discomfort is over within the first week and the jewellery can be downsized after this time)
•Smiley, Frowney and Tongue Web – 2 to 4 weeks
•Vertical or Horizontal Lip – 6 to 12 weeks
•Lip, Labret, Medusa, Madonna – 6 weeks

ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS AND DRY THEM USING A CLEAN PAPER TOWEL BEFORE CLEANING YOUR HEALING PIERCING. GOOD ORAL HYGIENE IS ESSENTIAL FOR A HEALTHY ORAL PIERCING.

Clean the piercing 4 to 5 times daily (after meals, each cigarette and bedtime) using ALCOHOL-FREE mouthwash such as Listerine Zero for a full 6 weeks. Ensure that you gargle the alcohol-free mouthwash for at least 30 seconds each time you clean your piercing. Using too strong mouthwash and over-cleaning the piercing can cause irritation and discolouration of the piercing site.

For lip piercings, please ensure that the exterior of the piercing is cleaned too. Dissolve 1/4 teaspoon of iodine-free sea salt into one cup (250 ml) of freshly boiled water. LET THE SOLUTION COOL DOWN UNTIL IT IS STILL WARM BUT COMFORTABLE TO THE TOUCH. With this method, you will need to make a new batch of saline solution each time you clean your piercing. A stronger mixture is not recommended, if it is too strong can irritate the piercing.

Once your hands are washed and clean, you can use a clean cotton round to apply the saline solution to the exterior of the piercing site and allow it to soak for 5 minutes. You can then use a clean earbud to remove any secretion or "crusties" which will now be soft and easily removed due to the warm saline solution. You can then use a clean paper towel to tap-dry the area.

Avoid getting any shampoo, conditioner or chemical residue on the piercing site and ensure to rinse the piercing thoroughly with clean water after showering or bathing. Use ONLY either Protex Gentle soap or Sanex Zero% Sensitive Shower Gel to wash your piercing (FOR LIP PIERCINGS).

NB: Avoid snagging or hooking your piercing on your toothbrush, clothing and towels. Ensure that you use a clean towel or face cloth for each shower or bath (FOR LIP PIERCINGS).

DO NOT bite the jewellery bar of any of your piercings as this can result in damage to both the teeth and gums, migration, the risk of tearing and causing trauma resulting in scarring.

NB: Do not apply any makeup anywhere near the external lip piercing site as the makeup can harbour bacteria and lead to infection.

Remember to take caution when eating, take small bites and avoid biting the jewellery in the process as your body is still getting used to its new piercing. Soft foods are recommended for the first week of healing. Ice cream and chipped ice are useful in aiding in bringing the swelling down.

HEALING PERIOD
•Nipple – 3 to 6 Months+

ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS AND DRY THEM USING A CLEAN PAPER TOWEL BEFORE CLEANING YOUR HEALING PIERCING.

Clean the piercing site two to three times daily using sterile saline solution for a full 3 months. Do not over-clean the piercing area! Ensure that you use only Protex Gentle soap or Sanex Zero% Sensitive Shower Gel when washing the area.

If you would like to make your own saline solution, ensure that you use only iodine-free sea salt. Dissolve 1/4 teaspoon of iodine-free sea salt into one cup (250 ml) of freshly boiled water. LET THE SOLUTION COOL DOWN UNTIL IT IS STILL WARM BUT COMFORTABLE TO THE TOUCH. With this method, you will need to make a new batch of saline solution each time you clean your piercing. A stronger mixture is not recommended as a saline solution that is too strong can irritate the piercing.

Once your hands are washed and clean, you can use a clean paper towel to apply the (as warm as tolerable) saline solution to the piercing site and allow it to soak for 5 minutes. You can then use a clean earbud to remove any secretion or "crusties" which will now be soft and easily removed due to the warm saline solution. You can then use a new paper towel to dry the area.

Avoid getting any shampoo, conditioner or chemical residue on the piercing site and ensure to rinse the piercing thoroughly with clean water after showering or bathing.

NB: Avoid snagging or hooking your piercing on clothing and towels. A snug-fitting cotton sports bra would be the best option as the piercing needs to be able to breathe and the soft sports bra will provide comfort, and support and minimize friction especially while sleeping. Ensure that you use a clean towel each time you take a shower or bath, you can use a clean paper towel to dry off your piercing site.

NB: Avoid sleeping on your stomach completely as this pressure can result in excess swelling and migration. Ensure that your bedding is washed and changed regularly.

Avoid swimming completely for at least the first month following the piercing procedure.

HEALING PERIOD
•Navel – 6 Months

ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS AND DRY THEM USING A CLEAN PAPER TOWEL BEFORE CLEANING YOUR HEALING PIERCING.

Clean the piercing site two to three times daily using sterile saline solution for a full 3 months. Do not over-clean the piercing area! Please ensure that you use only Protex Gentle soap or Sanex Zero% Sensitive Shower Gel when washing your torso.

If you would like to make your own saline solution, ensure that you use only iodine-free sea salt. Dissolve 1/4 teaspoon of iodine-free sea salt into one cup (250 ml) of freshly boiled water. LET THE SOLUTION COOL DOWN UNTIL IT IS STILL WARM BUT COMFORTABLE TO THE TOUCH. With this method, you will need to make a new batch of saline solution each time you clean your piercing. A stronger mixture is not recommended as a saline solution that is too strong can irritate the piercing.

Once your hands are washed and clean, you can use a clean cotton round to apply the saline solution to the piercing site and allow it to soak for 5 minutes. You can then use a clean earbud to remove any secretion or "crusties" which will now be soft and easily removed due to the warm saline solution. You can then use a new paper towel to gently tap dry the area.

Avoid getting any shampoo, conditioner or chemical residue on the piercing site and ensure to rinse the piercing thoroughly with clean water after showering or bathing.

NB Avoid snagging or hooking your piercing on clothing and towels. Avoid wearing high-waisted jeans, pants, skirts as well as tight tops as the piercing needs to be able to breathe. Ensure that you use a clean towel each time you dry your body off after a shower or bath, you can use a clean paper towel to tap dry the piercing site.

NB Avoid sleeping on your stomach completely as this pressure can result in excessive swelling and migration. Ensure that your bedding is washed and changed regularly and that your clothing is comfortable and non-restrictive.

Avoid swimming completely for at least the first month following the piercing procedure.