Maybe you never got your ears pierced. Maybe they used to be pierced and for some reason closed up. If you are looking to get your ears pierced you’re at the right place. Whether you want to do it yourself or get it professionally done here are some helpful tips for getting your ears pierced as safely and painlessly as possible.
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If you want it done by a professional, consider going to a tattoo parlor. While the cost can vary from place to place, their method is clean, safe, and sanitary. Considering they pierce all kinds of parts all day long, its safe to say that your ears are in good hands.
When it comes to piercing your ears, it's important to understand the risks involved and take all necessary precautions. It is important to use a piercing gun that is designed specifically for the purpose of ear piercing. It is also important to use a single-use, sterile needle for each piercing. Additionally, it is important to use a piercing solution that is specifically designed for use on the ears.
It is also important to be aware of the potential risks associated with ear piercing. These include infection, bleeding, and scarring. If you are not comfortable with the piercing process, it is best to consult a professional. Professional piercers are experienced in the process and can help ensure that your piercing is done safely and with minimal risks.
When selecting a piercing studio, it is important to make sure that it is licensed and certified. It is also important to make sure that the studio follows all safety protocols, including sterilizing all equipment and using single-use needles. Additionally, it is important to make sure that the piercer is knowledgeable and experienced in the process.
Doctor Doctor
Believe it or not, your family practitioner or pediatrician can recommend a plastic surgeon to pierce your ears. Since ear piercing is an elective cosmetic procedure, a plastic surgeon is also properly equipped to handle your lobes, and you get the added benefit of follow up care should any complications like a keloid (excess scar tissue from an ear piercing) crop up.
Frequently asked questions
A Word to the Wise
These are the ONLY people you should consult if you are trying to get any of the cartilage in your ear pierced. Your local tattoo parlor piercer or plastic surgeon is specially trained to avoid certain areas that surround nerves in your ear that could become permanently damaged if improperly done.
The Way of the Gun
NEVER go to a place that uses a piercing gun to pierce your ears. This may be a common practice among some jewelry stores like Claire’s and Piercing Pagoda but this should be avoided at all costs. Although they are wiped down thoroughly with alcohol between each use, there is no way to completely sanitize a piercing gun. This could lead to your newly pierced ear becoming infected since all kinds of bacteria from dead skin cells are trapped inside. Avoid this at all costs!
When piercing your ears, it is important to ensure that the procedure is done safely and painlessly as possible. One of the best ways to do this is to visit a professional piercer who is knowledgeable and experienced in the process. Professional piercers use a single-use, sterile needle to pierce your ears. This ensures that no bacteria from dead skin cells or other sources are transferred to your newly pierced ears. Additionally, professional piercers use a specialized clamp to hold the area of skin before the needle is inserted. This helps to reduce any discomfort that may be felt during the piercing process.
It is also important to note that piercing guns should be avoided at all costs. Piercing guns are commonly used in jewelry stores such as Claire’s and Piercing Pagoda, but they are not suitable for piercing ears. Piercing guns are not able to be completely sanitized, and they also may cause more discomfort than a professional needle. Additionally, the pressure of the gun can cause the piercing to be done incorrectly, which can lead to infection.
For the do It Yourselfer in You
Your first option for self piercing is actually available at your local beauty supply store. There are these great little one time use self piercing earrings. They come in sets of two and are each sealed and sterilized in a loaded spring puncher. Add a little ice to numb the area and you’ll have two new piercings in no time! They also come in a variety of styles and are relatively cheap (I bought mine at Sally’s for 8 bucks!) as opposed to going to a tattoo parlor. These pin in the earrings also have a wider gauge than your average earring so that when they heal they heal just the right size.
For those who are looking to pierce their ears without the hassle of going to a tattoo parlor, the one-time use self piercing earrings available at local beauty supply stores are a great option. These earrings come in sets of two and are sealed and sterilized in a loaded spring puncher. To ensure a painless experience, it is recommended to apply ice to the area to numb it before piercing. The earrings are also relatively inexpensive, with many sets costing around eight dollars. They also come in a variety of styles and have a wider gauge than regular earrings, which helps them heal properly.
It is important to follow the instructions provided with the piercing earrings carefully. Before piercing, it is important to clean the area with an alcohol wipe and ensure that the spring puncher is working properly. It is also important to choose a spot on the ear that is not too close to the cartilage for piercing. Additionally, it is important to use a clean needle to remove the earring after piercing, and to clean the area with a saline solution.
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Your second option for piercing your ears is the old school way, the way your mother probably got her ears pierced. You will need: a sewing needle (It’s wider and sharper than most other needles), some rubbing alcohol, a candle, a marking pen (any fine tip marker will do), ice, and a starter earring. These usually have a pointed pin rather than a rounded one like most other earrings and are also wider in gauge. Put the ice to your ear for a few minutes. Light the candle and hold the sewing needle over the flame for about 10 seconds. Take it off the flame and wipe it down with the alcohol. Make sure you don’t touch the tip of the needle after this point since your needle is now sterilized. Wipe your ear with the alcohol and mark your ears with the marking pen making sure both ears are even. Use the needle to pierce your ear where you marked it. Take the needle out and replace it with your earring. Repeat this whole process with the other ear. Keep your starter earring in you new hole for a minimum of six weeks to allow them to heal properly and enjoy your new piercing!
Other Odds and Ends
Some people choose to use a little Bactine on their ear to sanitize the area. Others use a little Oragel instead of ice to numb the area before they wipe it down with alcohol. Some even leave the sewing needle in their ears for a few minutes before replacing it with the earring.
Whichever method you choose to pierce your ears, whether they be by a pro of your own hand, you can be sure that your piercings are going to be quick, easy, and relatively pain free.
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