Industrial Piercing
You tend to draw people in with your charming personality, but you only have a few very close friends. You’re less likely to get hurt that way, because you may look all rough and tumble, but you’re a big softy on the inside.
Also question is, why you shouldn’t get an industrial piercing?
The industrial barbell gets easily entangled in hair, which may then pull against the jewelry. In cartilage piercings, it’s very easy to damage the skin, causing complications like hypertrophic scarring. For this reason, some opt for cartilage studs while their industrial piercing heals.
Then, what is the best jewelry for industrial piercing?
Circular barbells, labret studs, and captive rings all work well in industrial piercing holes if you do not want to wear a standard barbell. There’s also a really neat piece of jewelry called a spiral that can be twisted in and out of both holes to wrap around the top of the ear.
Is industrial piercing worth it?
Industrial piercings look absolutely awesome, but you have to take very good care of them. Cartilage piercings generally take longer to heal, and an industrial is two piercings rather than one. Stick to what your piercer says in terms of when you can take it out, and add a couple of weeks, just to be on the safe side.
Can you sleep on an industrial piercing?
You want to avoid sleeping on an industrial piercing because it adds additional pressure on the jewelry. It will be more likely to have scarring if you sleep on it.
Do industrial piercings get infected easily?
Industrial piercings are more prone to infection because there are 2 wounds, and the tension placed on the skin from the jewelry also increases inflammation and vulnerability to the skin. An infection occurs when harmful bacteria build up in one or both of the holes where your ear is pierced.
What can go wrong with an industrial piercing?
Your hair
- uncomfortable swelling.
- persistent heat or warmth.
- severe pain.
- excessive bleeding.
- pus.
- bump at the front or back of the piercing.
- fever.
Which ear should I get my industrial piercing on?
Well, it is actually two piercings that only requires one piece of jewelry. The traditional industrial piercing involves a piercing in the anti-helix and helix portion of the upper ear cartilage. The piercings are usually 1.5 inches apart and connected by a long, straight barbell.
Can I sleep without my industrial piercing?
No, you shouldn’t take it out to sleep. It’ll get irritated and potentially close up more. Either take it out and keep it out or keep it in and leave it in. Agreed.
How do you wash your hair with an industrial piercing?
It’s perfectly safe to continue showering and washing your hair while your piercing heals. You may want to opt for a natural shampoo if the chemicals are irritating the area. Otherwise, simply take extra care to thoroughly rinse the soap and shampoo from in and around the piercing.
When can I remove my industrial piercing?
If you want to change out your industrial piercing, it’s imperative to wait until it’s fully healed and potentially a bit longer just to be sure — anywhere from 5-9 months. If you try and take it out before then, you risk the piercing healing over and having to get it redone.
Can I change my industrial after 3 months?
It has a higher likelihood of complication than other piercings since the two cartilage piercings will almost inevitably be under some pressure from the barbell alignment, so you should take fairly proactive care of it. Mine healed enough to change the bar in 3 months, and healed completely after 10-11 months.
Is industrial piercing for guys?
Industrial piercings are a popular cartilage piercing for guys and girls alike.
Should I move my industrial piercing while cleaning it?
–Never spin the jewelry, move it back and forth, or move it while you’re cleaning it. The jewelry may feel tight or like it’s not moving around and that is OK. It will move around on it’s own. –In your shower, avoid any shampoo, conditioner or soap on the piercing.
