Eyebrow Piercing Care Guidelines

What to do after your piercing Every piercing creates a small wound. To support healing without complications, remember two things: 1. Allow your body to recover without unnecessary interference. 2. Keep the piercing clean. Ignoring these simple rules can lead to inflammation and other avoidable problems. For aftercare you will need just two things: Octenisept and sterile saline solution. Both are available at a pharmacy. How to care for your piercing Saline solution: Pour some saline into a clean container and soak the piercing for three minutes, or apply a generous saline-soaked gauze compress. Carefully remove softened discharge or crusts with a cotton swab. The aim is to clean the area gently without injuring the skin. Always rinse away the remaining saline with clean water afterward. Octenisept Moisten a cotton pad or gauze and apply it to both sides of the piercing for one or two minutes. This helps disinfect the area, especially if it has been exposed to dust or dirt or you accidentally touched it. Aftercare timeline First 30 days: - Rinse the piercing with saline morning and evening to prevent discharge buildup. - If dust or dirt reaches the piercing, clean it with Octenisept, but no more than two or three times daily. - Avoid creams, sprays, scrubs, and other cosmetics on the piercing.

To support healing and avoid complications: 1. Do not touch or rotate the jewelry. Avoid snagging or pulling it, especially when brushing your hair or putting on clothing, hats, or headphones. 2. Do not sleep on the pierced side. Pressure during sleep can change the piercing angle or cause distortion. 3. Do not let anyone else touch the piercing, including people close to you. 4. Keep cosmetics and hair products away. Hairspray, mousse, creams, hair dye, and makeup must not come into contact with the piercing. If you plan a haircut, hair coloring, or styling, consider doing it before the procedure. 5. Avoid steaming or overheating the piercing. Do not visit swimming pools or natural bodies of water for at least one month, or steam baths and saunas for approximately six to eight weeks. 6. Do not replace the jewelry yourself. Changing it without a piercer can damage the channel and interrupt healing. Remember that a healthy body heals naturally. Avoid medications or extra products unless your piercer recommends them. After one month, schedule a follow-up check or downsizing. The initial jewelry is intentionally fitted with extra length to accommodate possible swelling. Once the tissues settle, jewelry that is too long can be uncomfortable and interfere with healing. Your piercer can choose the right post length and either replace the decorative end or keep your current one.

What can you do after a piercing? 1. You can shower immediately after the procedure. Maintaining cleanliness is important for healing and your comfort. 2. The water temperature should be comfortable—warm, but not hot. Avoid getting soapy shampoo or gel on the piercing. Many products contain ingredients that irritate fresh wounds (for example, lauryl sulfates). 3. If product does get into the piercing, rinse it thoroughly with plenty of warm water at low pressure to avoid damaging the healing tissue. 4. Exercise is possible after 5-7 days, but only light cardio without excessive sweating. It's best to discuss strength or contact training with your piercer—they will advise when it's safe to resume. 5. You can show off your piercing! But do so without excessively touching it—let everyone admire your new jewelry, and the piercing remains protected. 😄