TRINKETS PIERCING SALON
PIERCING AFTERCARE GUIDE
DO’S
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Clean with saline solution 1-2x a day (Spray piercing with saline solution and let it air dry).
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Clean with Betadine for 2-3 days only (Only for fresh piercings).
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If crust develops around the piercing, flush the saline solution on the q-tip to remove any excess.
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A common problem is that crust develops around the piercing because it is not being regularly cleaned. Ensure that the piercing is cleaned everyday.
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Make sure that the piercing gets properly dried as it may get prone to infection.
- When the piercing is swelling, apply cold compress (Make sure that the ice is clean and wrapped around a clean towel).
- When the piercing has formed a bump and has discharge, apply warm compress. (Then once the bump has subsided, apply cold compress)
- Can shower with mild soap.
DONT’S
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Do not apply alcohol, baby oil, tea tree oil, ointment (unless prescribed).
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Avoid sleeping on the side with the new piercing.
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Avoid playing, touching or removing the earring.
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Avoid applying harsh chemicals (Kojic, skincare, retinol).
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Avoid exposure to hair products.
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Avoid getting hair strands getting snagged/stuck in the piercing.
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Avoid swimming after getting your piercing. (Pool & beach)
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Lobe - Wait 1-2 months
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Cartilage - Wait 3-5 months
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Avoid wearing helmets especially if you have a new cartilage piercing. If unavoidable, wear a scarf around the head first before wearing the helmet.
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Avoid getting a piercing right before your flight. This might get provoked due to the cabin pressure brought by the flight.
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In the 1st week of your new and fresh piercing, avoid excessive sweating.
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Do not remove the earring from your piercing to clean because it will close.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Swelling is normal. It is part of the healing process and the body’s natural reaction to the piercing.
- If saline solution is purchased from the drug store, there is no need to transfer it to another bottle.
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If a piercing has puss
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Clear or white color - normal
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Yellowish or green - infected
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NORMAL HEALING SYMPTOMS
- Swelling around the area of the piercing
SYMPTOMS OF INFECTION
- Shows after a few weeks
- Pain travels to different parts of the body
- Yellowish to green discharge
- Swelling travels around the whole ear
- If the ear seems to be completely swallowing the earring, it is possible it is rejecting the earring.
- In cases like these contact us via IG and we’ll direct them to our piercers for direct communication and assistance.
MATERIAL OF EARRINGS
- Standard jewelry - surgical stainless steel
- Upgraded earrings - titanium
- Both materials are safe and hypoallergenic for piercings.
INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE NOT ALLOWED TO GET PIERCING
- Pregnant women, diabetic, those with severe allergies, babies 8 months and younger, if the individual is keloidal.
For piercing concerns, don't hesitate to email us at trinketsjewelry.piercing@gmail.com.
How To Book?
Book Piercing Appointment at Glorietta Store
Book Piercing Appointment at GH Mall Store
