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• Method 1 of 2: Clean the holes
• Method 2 of 2: Prevent injuries and infections
• Tips

It is important to take good care of new holes in your ears so that they heal properly. Clean your ears twice a day while your cavities heal and don't touch your earrings unless you really need to. Be careful with your earrings to avoid injuries and infections and enjoy your new fashion accessories.

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Method 1 of 2: Clean the holes

1. Wash your hands with an antibacterial soap before touching your ears. Make sure to wash your hands thoroughly before handling your earrings. This prevents you from transferring bacteria from your fingers to your ears. To make sure your hands are as clean as possible, use an antibacterial soap.
   • Rub your hands with soap and wash them for a full 10-15 seconds to kill germs and bacteria.
2. Clean your ears with soap and water twice a day. Rub a mild soap between your fingers until it foams. Gently spread the soap on the front and back of your holes. Gently wipe your ears with a clean, wet cloth to remove the soap residue.
3. Use a cleansing saline solution as an alternative to soap and water. Ask your piercer to recommend a sea salt cleanser to take care of the new holes in your ears. This way, your cavities will be clean without drying out the skin too much. Using a cotton ball or cotton swab soaked with the cleaner, wipe the front and back of your holes.
   • There is no need to rinse your ears after applying the saline solution.
4. Apply rubbing alcohol or an antibiotic ointment twice a day for 2-3 days. Disinfecting your earrings and holes will reduce the chance of infection and help the spots heal faster. Dab rubbing alcohol or antibiotic ointment on your ears with a cotton ball or swab. Stop this after a few days, because continuing to use it for too long can dry out your cavities and cause the spots to heal less well.
5. Gently rotate the earrings while your skin is still wet. Grab your earrings by the back and gently rotate them after cleaning the area. Doing this will prevent the holes from closing too tightly around the earrings as they heal.Only do this while your ears are still wet.
   • If you twist your earrings while your skin is dry, your skin may crack and bleed and it may take longer for the spots to heal.

Method 2 of 2: Prevent injuries and infections

1. Leave the ulcer buds in your ears for 4-6 weeks. When you first pierce your ears, the piercer will put ulcer buds in your ears. These earrings are made from hypoallergenic materials that are safe to keep in your ears. Leave the ulcer buds in your ears during the day and at night for at least 4 weeks, or the holes may close or heal incorrectly.
   • The hypoallergenic earrings must be made of stainless surgical steel, titanium, niobium or 14 or 18 karat gold.
   • If you have an earring placed in the cartilage in your ear, you will need to leave the ulcer bud in your ear for 3-5 months while the area heals completely.
2. Always wash your hands before touching your ears. You can get an infection by touching your earrings unnecessarily. So don't touch them unless you are cleaning or checking them. If you do need to touch them, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water first.
3. Do not swim while the piercing in your ears is healing. When you go for a swim, bacteria from the pool can get into your new holes, which can cause you to get an infection. Stay away from pools, rivers, lakes, and other water surfaces until your ears are healed. When in a hot tub, avoid getting your body so deep in the water that your ears get wet.
4. Be careful with items of clothing that can snag on your earrings. Keep your clothes away from your earrings while the spots heal. If something tugs or rubs on your ears, the spots may become irritated and take longer to heal. Avoid wearing caps that cover your ears and dress and take off carefully to avoid injury.
   • If you are wearing a veil or headscarf, choose a fabric that will not easily catch on something. Try to wear very loose veils and headscarves and don't wear the same veil multiple times in a row without washing it.
5. If you notice the signs of an infection and continue to experience it for several days, see a doctor. If your ears are painful and swollen for a week or more after piercing, they may be infected. If you notice pus or thick, dark-colored discharge, see your doctor to have your ears examined. Infected skin around the holes is usually red or deep pink in color.
   • In case of a serious infection, you will need to take oral antibiotics and have the spots punctured to allow the pus to drain.

Tips

• Brush and comb your hair gently to avoid getting caught on your earrings.
• Wear your hair up to keep it from snagging on your earrings.
• If you have an earring in your cartilage and the area hurts, lie on your other side so as not to put pressure on it.
• Get medical help right away if your earlobe tears.
• Wash your pillowcase every few days to help prevent infection.
• Before having holes punctured, check whether the piercing studio is clean and hygienic and has a GGD permit.
• If you have long hair, put your hair up to keep it from snagging your earrings.
• Even if your earrings are brand new, make sure to clean them before putting them in your ears.