Yes! That’s one of the best things about this piercing– it can be flipped up while healing. … Remember to always wash your hands and piercing well before and after flipping it up, and don’t sleep with it flipped (unless you are wearing a retainer).
Similarly one may ask, what can you not do after a septum piercing?
Proper aftercare also includes being careful with your new piercing. Be careful not to wear any clothing that could snag on your septum ring so as not to pull at and irritate it. Also, avoid playing with it or touching it in general, as it could cause it to take longer to heal.
Moreover, do septum piercings get infected easily?
Septum piercings have the same risks as most piercings, but some are more serious than others. Septums are not as likely to get infected as most piercings as there is plenty of mucous membranes (yuck) to fight off infections in your nose. Really the only risk is if putting in low-quality jewellery.
Can you shower with a new septum piercing?
You absolutely can and should regularly take showers with a new septum piercing. When showering, make sure not to use a body wash or any other scented soaps to wash your septum piercing.
How do I know if my septum is healed?
It depends on who you ask, but the general rule of thumb is to wait until:
- it’s no longer tender.
- the minimum healing time has passed, usually at least 2 to 3 months.
- it’s no longer weepy or crusty.
What nose shape is best for a septum piercing?
Septum Piercing
This piercing type goes through the narrow strip of skin on the septum just before the cartilage starts. It works best on noses with wider septums, as more narrow septums may not provide much of a surface area for the piercing.
Can I put Vaseline on my septum piercing?
Yes, vaseline and petroleum jelly products are meant to protect the skin. No, you should not use it on your piercing.
Can I clean my septum with alcohol?
General Care for Body Piercings
Do not use rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide. (Both slow the healing of pierced area by drying and killing new healthy cells.)
Can a septum piercing hit a nerve?
Nose piercing may damage a nerve and cause numbness or pain.
What happens if your septum is too low?
If it is extremely low, you run the risk of rejection or catching and pulling it out. A proper septum piercing, such as the two pictured, should be higher inside the nose. … Piercing it too low is easier for a piercer to do, even though your new piercing will not look good or feel good.
Is it normal for a septum piercing to sting?
The level of pain while piercing varies depending on where the piercing is done and the individual’s pain tolerance. Septum piercings can be painful, especially if the septum deviates. It feels like a strong pinch/prick/sting.
