A sea salt solution is a natural way to keep the piercing clean, help it heal, and reduce any swelling that may be causing an unsightly bump. A person can dissolve ? to ¼ of a teaspoon of sea salt in 1 cup of warm distilled or bottled water, rinse the piercing with the solution, then gently pat it dry.
Also to know is, how do u know if your nose piercing is infected?
Although minor swelling and redness are expected, signs of a more serious infection include:
- an uncomfortable level of pain, throbbing, or burning around the piercing site.
- unusual tenderness at the piercing site.
- an unpleasant odor with green or yellow pus oozing from the piercing site.
Additionally, how do I know if my nose piercing is infected or if it’s just healing my nose piercing is red around it looks bruised and it somewhat hurts in the inside I got it pierced 3 days ago?
According to Thompson, the telltale signs of an infection are simple: “The area around the piercing is warm to the touch, you notice extreme redness or red streaks protruding from it, and it has discolored pus, normally with a green or brown tint,” Thompson says.
What should I avoid after nose piercing?
Safety and precautions
- Don’t apply over-the-counter antiseptics, including Neosporin. …
- Don’t use hydrogen peroxide — this will cause irritation in the piercing.
- Don’t twist or play with your nose jewelry, as this will irritate the piercing.
- Don’t touch your piercing with dirty hands.
Can I clean my nose piercing with just water?
To make sure the healing process goes as smoothly as possible, wash your hands before you touch your piercing or jewelry. Don’t soak your piercing in any water (other than saline solution) until it’s fully healed.
