Surgical stainless steel earrings are typically your best bet for new piercings, as this metal is the least likely to cause an allergic reaction. Nickel and cobalt allergies are very common, so avoid these metals when you first get your ears pierced.

What kind of earrings should you start with?

Once your ears have healed and you can begin transitioning to regular earrings, you should first wear small earrings, preferably studs, that are made from sterling silver or gold for at least the next three months.

What type of jewelry do you use for a first time piercing?

Stick with either the solid gold or 100% implant grade titanium or biocompatible stainless steel to prevent irritation on your fresh piercing. Any plated jewelry or other materials should be introduced only after your piercing has fully healed.

What material is best for first piercing?

There are a few materials approved by the Association of Professional Piercers (APP), but implant-grade titanium is the one most piercers recommend for initial piercings.
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Why titanium's the best option

• It's nickel-free. ...
• It has a high strength-to-density ratio. ...
• It's lightweight. ...
• It can be anodized.

What is best for newly pierced ears?

Taking Care of Your Ears

You don't want germs with your newly pierced ears, so it's very important to keep your ears clean. For several days after the piercing, you or a parent will need to clean your ears and put ear cleaning solution, rubbing alcohol, or antibiotic ointment on them.

What are the Best Earrings for Newly Pierced Ears?

Are hoops or studs better for healing?

For anyone getting their ears pierced, whether it's the earlobe or outer ear cartilage, we recommend stud piercing earrings rather than hoops or dangling styles. Inverness stud piercing earrings are made with a sharp tip and narrow post to gently pierce the ear and then stay in place while the piercing heals.

Are starter earrings thicker?

"The reason why you cannot change your earring for 6 weeks is because the starter earring is thicker metal so that during the six weeks our skin will re-heal around this thicker earring and when we take our earring out after six weeks our pierced hole will be big enough (width) to accommodate any earring.

Is sterling silver OK for newly pierced ears?

Some clients who like the look of sterling silver but want to stay away from copper instead opt for pure silver (or "fine silver"), which claims 99.9% silver content. Pure silver is considered hypoallergenic, but piercing experts generally urge customers to approach silver jewelry with caution.

What metal is best for sensitive ears?

Platinum and stainless steel tend to be less reactive, making them the best metals for hypoallergenic jewelry, says Marchbein. “These are also good options, along with plastic, for initial ear piercings, which can decrease the risk of developing ACD later on,” she explains.

How do I prepare my child for ear piercing?

Ear Piercing For Kids: Safety Tips From a Pediatrician

1. Avoid newborn piercings. ...
2. Make sure sterile procedures are in place. ...
3. Choose the right metals. ...
4. Stay on top of your new piercings. ...
5. Keep your earrings in for at least six weeks. ...
6. Watch out for signs of infection.

What kind of earrings are used for newly pierced ears?

Surgical stainless steel earrings are typically your best bet for new piercings, as this metal is the least likely to cause an allergic reaction. Nickel and cobalt allergies are very common, so avoid these metals when you first get your ears pierced.

Can you get a hoop ear piercing right away?

It is possible to get pierced with a ring in your cartilage or nose straight away so the answer is yes, we can pierce you with a ring! Other popular areas to have pierced with rings are the helix, nipple, conch, lip, eyebrow and navel/belly. You may have heard that you should not pierce with rings.

Can I bring my own earrings when I get it pierced?

If you choose to have your ears pierced in chain store, you can't bring your own earrings. The professional piercer will use ear piercing gun and healing earrings. It automatically includes the price of the healing earring in the piercing procedure.

Is it OK to wear sterling silver earrings after piercing?

Sterling silver body jewelry is safe to wear in healed piercings. But it should never be in an unhealed piercing or in a piercing in a moist area of the body.

Are hypoallergenic earrings good for newly pierced ears?

To help avoid this itchy and annoying allergic reaction, many parents choose hypoallergenic earrings for their child's newly pierced ears. Two common materials often are medical grade-plastic and medical-grade titanium. They don't look any different than earrings made from gold or silver.

How long do starter earrings take?

Premature Earring Removal

Don't take your earrings out too early! They will close rather rapidly. Leave earrings in for 6-8 weeks, giving your ears time to heal.

What earrings will I not be allergic to?

Your best choices for nickel-free, hypoallergenic materials in jewelry are titanium and medical grade plastic. They are both versatile, durable and comfortable to wear.

How do I stop my ears from being allergic to my earrings?

5 Tips For Buying Earrings For Sensitive Ears

1. Stay Clear of Jewelry containing Nickel. ...
2. Buy Titanium Earrings. ...
3. Stop Wearing Inferior Gold Earrings. ...
4. When In Doubt, Use Metal-Testing Kits. ...
5. The Beauty of Medical Grade Plastic Earrings. ...
6. Invest in Hypoallergenic Jewelry.

How do I know if my earrings are nickel free?

A nickel spot test can be purchased online. Simply put a drop of the test solution on a cotton swab and rub the metal. If the swab turns pink, nickel is being released. In someone with the allergy, the immune system will react to the presence of more than 5 parts per million (ppm) of nickel.

Is silver or gold better for piercings?

Silver has always been second best to gold, but the metal itself is much stronger and in some cases much more beautiful than the average gold piercing. As well as this, it's also cheaper, so it may be a better alternative for you. Sterling silver is not pure silver as is commonly believed, but instead .

Is titanium or Surgical Steel better for piercings?

Titanium is Ideal for Hypersensitive Users

Those with hypersensitivity issues should use Titanium instead of Surgical Steel. Titanium is a preferred material for initial piercings because it's an elemental metal – it doesn't contain nickel. Titanium is as strong as steel, but as light as aluminum.

What is the most hypoallergenic metal?

Any metal can be rhodium-plated, but nickel-free sterling silver is the best hypoallergenic option. No matter the base metal, rhodium-plating will protect against a reaction to nickel.

How do you wash your hair with a new ear piercing?

Tilt your head so that your hair is under the water but your piercing can stay dry as much as possible. You can now begin gently washing your hair. Keep your head in this position until the shampoo and conditioner has been fully rinsed from your hair.

How do you remove starter earrings?

To take your earrings out, hold the Inverness Safety Back™ firmly with one hand and grasp the earring front with your dominant hand to hold it steady. Then, pull firmly on the back (we recommend placing your fingernails over the lip of the back) and your earring should release easily.

Can I change my newly pierced earrings?

For ear piercings, it is recommended to wait 6-8 weeks before attempting to change your earring. This is recommended as 6-8 weeks is the length of time that it takes for a piercing to heal.