Wait at least six months. Nostril piercings are not very forgiving if you try to change the jewelry too soon. Not waiting long enough could result in irritation, a tear to the piercing channel, scarring, an increased risk of infection, or difficulty reinserting the jewelry.
Accordingly, how do I change my nose ring to a hoop?
How to put in a hoop nose ring
- With clean hands, pull the two ends of the ring apart, using plyers if you need to. …
- Carefully insert one end of the hoop-ring into the piercing.
- Press both ends of the hoop to lock the ring together.
- If you have a beaded hoop ring, place the bead back on the hoop before closing.
You can choose either a stud or a hoop as your initial jewelry, but the hoop will cause the piercing to heal with a slight curve, so it’s recommended that you start with a nose stud. You can always switch to a hoop later.
Also, can I change my nose stud to a hoop after a week?
The healing process isn’t bad; it’s a wound and you have to make sure to protect it, but it’s only tiny, so it’s not a big deal. After the first 4 weeks, you are allowed to change your piercing and wear a ring or a different stud, but make sure that once you have taken out the old one, you put the new one in asap!
