The routine
5 simple steps.
Wash your hands
Always start with clean hands and antibacterial soap before touching your piercing.
Clean 3× a day
Soak a cotton ball with Claire's Aftercare Solution. Clean the front and back of the piercing.
Slide gently
Carefully slide the piercing back and forth so the solution enters the channel.
Rotate half-turn
Rotate the piercing a half-turn back and forth a few times. Don't press the backing into the skin.
Watch for redness
Some redness is normal. If swelling or pain lasts over 24 hours, talk to your doctor.
Things to avoid
Give it space.
Hair products
Keep shampoo, hair spray and perfume far from the piercing.
Pools & saunas
No swimming, hot tubs or saunas for the first 6 weeks.
Tight clothing
Avoid pulling clothes over your ears — sweatshirts and turtlenecks are sneaky.
Sleeping on it
Try to sleep on your back. Pillow pressure slows healing.
Healing timeline
How long it takes.
FAQ
Common questions.
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