Piercing: Everything You Need to Know About Care and Maintenance

A well-maintained piercing heals quickly and without complications. At Owink Studio, we give you all the keys to a perfect piercing.

The First Days

The first 48 hours are crucial:

• Don't touch your piercing with dirty hands
• Clean twice daily with sterile saline solution
• Avoid pools, saunas, and baths
• Sleep on the opposite side of the piercing

Cleaning Routine

Morning and Evening

1. Wash your hands thoroughly
2. Soak a cotton pad with saline solution
3. Gently clean around the jewelry
4. Dry with a clean compress

Absolutely Avoid

• Alcohol and hydrogen peroxide
• Antibiotic creams without prescription
• Rotating or moving the jewelry
• Cosmetic products on the area

Healing Time

• Earlobe: 6-8 weeks
• Cartilage: 3-6 months
• Nose: 2-4 months
• Navel: 6-12 months

Warning Signs

Consult immediately if you notice:

• Excessive redness or heat
• Yellow or green pus discharge
• Intense pain
• Fever

Our Product Recommendations

At Owink, we recommend:

• Sterile saline solution (available in studio)
• Non-woven compresses
• Gentle antibacterial soap pH neutral

Need personalized advice? Visit us at 10 Rue Sainte-Marie in Metz or call us at +33 1 23 45 67 89.