During the healing process, you should do the following:
- Avoid hot tubs, pools, and lakes. Your wound can come into contact with bacteria in the water.
- Opt for clean, loose-fitting clothing. Tight garments can irritate the area and trap bacteria.
- Protect the piercing. …
- Avoid the sun to prevent sunburns.
One may also ask, can you shower with a new piercing?
Yes, just don’t allow any shampoo, conditioner, etc. to get/stay in the piercing. Showering will help rinse off any debris. After your shower is a good time for a sea salt soak. With any new or infected piercing, sea salt dramatically speeds the healing process.
Furthermore, can I get my belly button piercing wet? When you get a new belly button piercing, problems can arise if you go swimming too soon or don’t take proper precautions. … In order to prevent irritation or infection occurring around your new piercing wound, it’s recommended that you wait for at least three weeks until swimming with a new belly button piercing.
