The nose piercing is in fashion and very beautiful to look at. More and more employers allow their employees to wear it even during office hours, which means that it is now an accepted style. To take care of a nose piercing you have to work hard every day; In the three months following the procedure, you need to give him a lot of attention to make sure he heals properly. Most professional piercers will give you a number of tips and tricks for cleaning the hole with the right products as it heals. Remember to ask for anything specific that comes to mind.
Steps
Part 1 of 5: Preparation
Step 1. Get permission from your parents and employer
If you are a minor, you need your parents' consent to get a piercing and they will have to accompany you to the studio to sign a release. If you are of legal age and working, ask your manager what the company rules are regarding their concept of "good looks". Finally, if you go to private school, you need to be sure that the piercing is accepted.
Step 2. Do some research to find a well-known piercing studio
Don't just look for a cheap piercing, because you don't have to risk something going wrong just because you have saved a few dollars. Ask for some advice and find out about the various piercers. Word of mouth is a great way to find a reputable professional. If no one can point you to a qualified person, then do an internet search. Go to a studio to get to know the piercer before deciding. Ask him about his previous jobs, if there have been any problems and how long has he been doing this job. Sometimes in the studio there is a photographic collection of the piercings made by the professionals and that you can browse.
- Check that the studio has the authorization of the relevant ASL.
- The studio must be perfectly clean and comply with all hygiene rules.
Step 3. Take your documents with you
You will need your identity card to prove you are of legal age and sign an informed consent.
Part 2 of 5: Get the Piercing
Step 1. Observe the piercer
If he takes you to a dimly lit room, ask him about it. He must be able to see what he is doing well. Also, ask him to wash his hands and put on sterile gloves. If he is still wearing gloves from a previous installation, you have every right to ask him to rewash his hands and replace them with a new pair of gloves.
Step 2. Sit firmly
While undergoing the procedure, try to remain as still as possible. This is a small puncture, just like all other piercings, and will only last an instant.
Step 3. Choose a steel jewel
This is the material that is by far the least likely to generate allergic reactions and hardly favors bacterial proliferation. Gold, titanium and niobium are viable but more expensive alternatives.
Step 4. Make sure the needle is new
The needle must be new and sealed in a sterile package. The piercer has to open the package in front of your eyes. If the needle is already out of the package when you enter the room, then you can ask the professional to open a new one.
Step 5. Check that the piercer discards the used needle
Make sure you throw it into the sharps container immediately after using it. At this point he should also give you all the instructions to take care of your piercing. Most piercing studios also provide you with the cleanser they recommend.
Part 3 of 5: First Three Months Care
Step 1. Wash your hands
For the first three months, you need to clean the hole twice a day. Before touching it, it is essential to wash your hands thoroughly with water and antibacterial soap. If you are careless at this stage, you could cause an infection.
Step 2. Use the saline solution
It is a mixture of warm water and non-iodized sea salt. The piercer may sell you a pack or tell you where to buy it. When you use it, it should be as hot as a drink you might be drinking. Place it in a microwave-safe cup and heat it at 10-second intervals. When it reaches the correct temperature, take some sterile cotton wool and dip it into the saline solution (with clean hands!). Clean the piercing with plenty of solution.
The best thing would be to perform this procedure after a shower
Step 3. Use a cotton swab
Once you've cleaned the wound, dip the cotton swab into the saline solution and use it to clean the area further. Try to reach even the skin under the jewel to be meticulous. When you are done you can throw away the residual solution.
Never use the same solution twice
Step 4. Don't tease the piercing
Resist the temptation to move and play with the ring throughout the day. The hands are constantly covered with germs and are a vehicle of infection. If you notice a buildup of secretion around the ring and you don't have the saline solution available, then wash your hands and rotate the jewelry to loosen the encrustation; finally, remove the dirt with a paper tissue.
Part 4 of 5: Check for Signs of Infection
Step 1. Recognize what is normal
Redness and swelling are completely natural reactions. Also, the nose will be sore for a few days. You don't need to be alarmed because this is a normal body response to trauma. However, remember to clean the piercing thoroughly and regularly.
Step 2. Check for secretions
If the painful inflammation continues, be very careful for any secretions from the piercing area; if these are yellow, green and smelly, you need to see a doctor. This set of symptoms could be a sign of infection.
Step 3. Look for lumps
This complication can manifest itself in the first days or months after the procedure. Not all of them are infected, but if they look like a red pimple with pus inside, then there is a high chance that there is a proliferation of germs. Pus is always a sign of infection.
Part 5 of 5: After the Jewelery Change
Step 1. Use a clean piece of jewelry
When three months have passed since the procedure, the hole should be healed and you can change the type of jewelry. First, though, soak the area in a saline solution for 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 2. Proceed with your regular cleaning routine
Now that the hole has healed, you don't have to clean it twice a day, but you can gradually reduce the cleaning up to a couple of times a week. Instead of using the saline solution, wash the piercing area thoroughly while you shower. Use a clean face towel (which you need to wash regularly) and antibacterial soap.
Step 3. Be very careful with your makeup
When applying make-up, try to avoid the piercing area. The chemicals could trigger a reaction which in turn could cause infections.
Warnings
- If you notice a lump, call the piercer and make an appointment immediately. will be able to advise you on what to do.
- You will experience some pain at the piercing site for a few days after the procedure; however, this should not prevent you from carrying out a thorough cleaning.
- Avoid swimming in the pool while the piercing heals (three months).
