PIERCING / DERMAL AFTERCARE

       Body piercings need to be cleaned once - twice daily, every day, for the entire initial healing time. Most people clean morning and/or night, in the shower. Do not clean more often as this can irritate your piercing, and possibly delay your healing. For once-a-day cleanings, do it at the end of your day. Optimal frequency will depend on your skin sensitivity, activity level, and environmental factors.

Before cleansing wash hands thoroughly with liquid antibacterial soap and warm water. If you wish, you may wear disposable latex or vinyl gloves and /or also use a hand sanitizing gel. Never, never touch healing piercings with dirty hands. This is vital for avoiding infections.

Prepare the area for the cleansing by rinsing or soaking with warm water and be sure to remove any stubborn crust using a cotton swab and warm water. Never pick with fingernails! This step is important for your comfort.

Apply a small handful of cleaning solution to the area with your clean hands. Cleanse the area and the jewelry. (You do not need to rotate your jewelry during cleaning).

Allow the solution to cleanse there for a minute. You may bathe normally, just don’t purposely work anything other than the cleanser onto the inside of the piercing. Rinse the area thoroughly under running water to completely remove the cleanser from the piercing. Gently pat dry with disposable paper products such as gauze or tissues, as cloth towels can harbor bacteria. Please try to be patient. Each body is unique, and healing times can vary considerably. If your piercing is tender or secreting you should continue the care regimen, even if it is past the stated average healing time range.

If you have any other questions about the aftercare of your piercing or dermal please do not hesitate to call.

ALIGMA TATTOO & PIERCING

Trondheim, Brattørgata 7

+47 48500970

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