You might even see some white or clear fluid from the piercing — this is lymph fluid, not pus. Dr. Wexler adds that this is normal and may be noticeable for several days after your piercing. If it persists past a few days it’s good to rule out an allergy to the jewelry.
In this way, how do you get crusties off piercings?
DO NOT pick the crusties off—that’s just introducing your dirty hands to a healing piercing and can increase your risk of infection. The best way to clean them is to soak the piercing in warm saline solution, softening the crusties which then come off easily.
Also to know is, should I clean the crust around my nose piercing?
Avoid using a cotton swab or round as the fibers can get caught in the piercing. Also, be sure to keep the jewelry just as clean as your actual piercing. Wash the metal lightly with mild or gentle soap each day (the best time is during a shower) to remove any bacteria or crust around the jewelry.
