What is best for newly pierced ears?

Taking Care of Your Ears

You don't want germs with your newly pierced ears, so it's very important to keep your ears clean. For several days after the piercing, you or a parent will need to clean your ears and put ear cleaning solution, rubbing alcohol, or antibiotic ointment on them.

What earrings can you wear after getting ears pierced?

Once your ears have healed and you can begin transitioning to regular earrings, you should first wear small earrings, preferably studs, that are made from sterling silver or gold for at least the next three months.

Is sterling silver OK for newly pierced ears?

Some clients who like the look of sterling silver but want to stay away from copper instead opt for pure silver (or "fine silver"), which claims 99.9% silver content. Pure silver is considered hypoallergenic, but piercing experts generally urge customers to approach silver jewelry with caution.

Are hypoallergenic earrings good for newly pierced ears?

To help avoid this itchy and annoying allergic reaction, many parents choose hypoallergenic earrings for their child's newly pierced ears. Two common materials often are medical grade-plastic and medical-grade titanium. They don't look any different than earrings made from gold or silver.

What are the Best Earrings for Newly Pierced Ears?

What kind of earrings when first pierced?

Surgical stainless steel earrings are typically your best bet for new piercings, as this metal is the least likely to cause an allergic reaction. Nickel and cobalt allergies are very common, so avoid these metals when you first get your ears pierced.

Are hoops or studs better for healing?

For anyone getting their ears pierced, whether it's the earlobe or outer ear cartilage, we recommend stud piercing earrings rather than hoops or dangling styles. Inverness stud piercing earrings are made with a sharp tip and narrow post to gently pierce the ear and then stay in place while the piercing heals.

Is silver or gold better for piercings?

Silver has always been second best to gold, but the metal itself is much stronger and in some cases much more beautiful than the average gold piercing. As well as this, it's also cheaper, so it may be a better alternative for you. Sterling silver is not pure silver as is commonly believed, but instead .

What metal is best for sensitive ears?

Platinum and stainless steel tend to be less reactive, making them the best metals for hypoallergenic jewelry, says Marchbein. “These are also good options, along with plastic, for initial ear piercings, which can decrease the risk of developing ACD later on,” she explains.

Is titanium or Surgical Steel better for piercings?

Titanium is Ideal for Hypersensitive Users

Those with hypersensitivity issues should use Titanium instead of Surgical Steel. Titanium is a preferred material for initial piercings because it's an elemental metal – it doesn't contain nickel. Titanium is as strong as steel, but as light as aluminum.

Is it OK to wear sterling silver earrings after piercing?

Sterling silver body jewelry is safe to wear in healed piercings. But it should never be in an unhealed piercing or in a piercing in a moist area of the body.

When can I wear normal earrings after piercing?

Leave the ear piercing studs in the ear lobe for 6 weeks before replacing with earrings.

Are starter earrings thicker?

"The reason why you cannot change your earring for 6 weeks is because the starter earring is thicker metal so that during the six weeks our skin will re-heal around this thicker earring and when we take our earring out after six weeks our pierced hole will be big enough (width) to accommodate any earring.

Can I wear plastic earrings after piercing?

It is durable so that the stones will not pop out as with cheap plastics. Although you'll need to clean any new piercing to prevent infection, medical grade plastic earrings won't harbor germs like cheap plastics can. Jewelry for sensitive ears goes beyond toddlers and kids.

Should I rotate newly pierced ears?

While cleaning the piercing area, rotate the earring 360 degrees, or one full turn. Only turn the earring during aftercare, when the piercing site is wet. When the piercing site is dry, it may feel crusty or sticky –and turning earrings at other times will lead to irritation and infection.

Can I wear cheap earrings after 6 weeks?

Yes, you can take your earrings out after 6-8 weeks if they feel ready, but don't leave them out! They will still close quickly since they're relatively new. Leave your earrings in as often as you can for roughly a year before going extended periods without them.

Is sterling silver or titanium better?

The Strength and Hardness

Although titanium is lighter than silver, it is more durable. Due to this strength, it will not crack easily. However, as much as it is strong, titanium is a hard metal to shape and manipulate. On the other hand, silver is very soft and can bend easily after wearing it for some time.

What earrings will I not be allergic to?

Your best choices for nickel-free, hypoallergenic materials in jewelry are titanium and medical grade plastic. They are both versatile, durable and comfortable to wear. Most importantly, designers can make beautiful earrings and other jewelry from them.

Are gold plated earrings OK for newly pierced ears?

Gold plated, gold-filled, or gold overlay/vermeil jewelry is not acceptable for fresh piercings. All of these involve coating a base metal with a layer of gold. The gold surface (which is very thin—measured in millionths of an inch) can wear or chip off.

What is the best jewelry for piercing?

Jewelry for initial piercings should be made of material that will not react with the body: implant grade stainless steel and titanium; gold (14K or higher); or platinum. In some cases, inert plastics like Tygon® or PTFE (Teflon®) are also acceptable.

Can I wear 14K gold in a new piercing?

14k solid gold is appropriate for fresh piercings as it has 14 parts gold and 10 parts alloying metal. This means it is still durable enough to hold its shape in your ear once pierced but it is also pure enough of a material to make it sensitive friendly and tarnish resistant.

Is it OK to wear silver earrings?

The simple answer is yes. You can (and should) wear your sterling silver as much as possible.

Should you start with a stud or hoop?

Question: Should I start with a ring or a stud nose piercing? Answer: That is a matter of personal preference. I would recommend starting out with a stud or post to minimize the chance of getting a ring or hoop accidentally caught in your clothing or hair while sleeping.

Can you switch from hoop to stud?

Switching up your jewelry can completely change the look of any body piercing. We love the way both studs and rings look in nostril piercings, and it's so fun to be able to swap between the two to complement whatever look you're going for!