What is the best cleaning solution for piercings?

What is the best cleaning solution for piercings?

Clean with a clean cotton pad or swab dipped in salt solution. You can make this solution by mixing 1 teaspoon of salt in a cup of warm water. Use this around the pierced area a few times a day to remove any bacteria. Dab (don’t wipe) the piercing.

Can I use contact solution to clean my piercing?

DO NOT USE contact lens solution or similar to clean your piercing – these contain preservatives and chemicals not suitable for the skin. DO NOT USE any bottled re-sealable piercing solutions like those from Claires Accessories or online. Be sure to rinse the piercing with clean water following a shower or a bath.

What can I use to clean piercings UK?

Do

1. choose a qualified, experienced and licensed piercer.
2. clean your piercing twice a day.
3. use warm, salty water to soften any crusting.
4. gently turn the jewellery while cleaning the piercing.
5. use a clean paper towel to dry the piercing.
6. gargle with salty water or an alcohol-free mouthwash if you have a mouth piercing.

Is saline good for piercings?

Saline baths help to flush out the piercing, draw out any discharge, and stimulate circulation. This helps keep the piercing clean, inside and out, for easier healing.

What helps heal piercings faster?

To speed things up, clean the piercing every day with mild soapy water. Don’t irritate the skin around the piercing and avoid reopening the wound, which could slow down healing time. Give the tissue around the piercing plenty of time to heal before you change the jewelry.

Is savlon good for piercings?

Do not use ointments, peroxide, contact lenses solution, Savlon, alcohol or pierced ears solutions on your piercing. These are not intended for long-term use and may irritate.

Is simply saline nasal mist good for piercings?

Saline for contacts or products for nasal spray should not be used. Piercings may then be air dried or gently blotted dry with a single use lint-free paper towel or gauze.

Is Germolene good for piercings?

CAUTION: Ointments do not clean or disinfect piercings. To ensure your piercing heals as quickly as possible do not use antiseptic ointment such as Savlon, Germolene, TCP, Dettol or Surgical Spirit. All of these products will slow the healing process.

What can I use instead of saline solution for my piercing?

You can also use distilled water for the ultimate sterile (and longer-lasting) saline solution. You can find distilled water at most drug or grocery stores. This method is the easiest by far.

Which saline solution is best for piercings?

Use pure sea salt (non-iodized) and not table salt, which contains extra chemicals that can irritate your piercing and dextrose (sugar) that can cause yeast infections.