Our Piercing Options
Two ear piercing specialists pierce both ears simultaneously. This is a great option for young children or anyone feeling a little nervous.
Likewise, people ask, what age do you pierce baby ears?
around 2 months
In respect to this, why you shouldn’t get your ears pierced at Claire’s?
“Piercing guns can not be sterilized because they are made of plastic. … One woman claimed that she had her ears pierced a whopping three times at Claire’s, only to be forced to remove them every time amid severe pain, oozing pus, and crustiness.
Are Claire’s earrings good quality?
No, nothing Claire’s sells is high–quality. Your piercer can put in custom orders for you if their stock isn’t enough for you – alternatively, bodyartforms sells high–quality brands (but also some crap, so be careful – see the sticked post here for a list of reputable brands).
Why you shouldn’t pierce a baby’s ears?
Even if the piercings are done at a younger age, as the baby grows older, they can end up ripping out the earrings, which can lead to some pretty nasty wounds. Babies can end up tearing their whole earlobes if they get them caught on a sleeve, which can take a very long time to heal.
What is the safest way to get ears pierced?
Any piercing, no matter who administers it, is a risk. Shopping mall kiosks are generally safe places to get your ears pierced, but it’s still a risk. You can schedule an appointment to have your ears pierced by a dermatologist or other healthcare professional.
Can I pierce my baby’s ears at 3 months?
You could get their ears pierced anytime after they have their 2 month shots. So, 2 months or later is perfectly fine! My daughter will be 3 months in 2 days and I got her ears pierced at 9 weeks old.
Are screw back earrings safe for babies?
A screw back earring is a safe and popular option for infant earrings. Once you twist them to close on the ear, they are secure—they don’t endlessly twist like some adult earrings. The back likely will not fall off, so you don’t need to stress over it as a potential choking hazard.
Why do Latino parents pierce their baby’s ears?
The culture in Mexico both then and now is to pierce the ears of newborn girl babies, performed as soon as possible after birth because presumably it is easier than trying to catch and pin down an older, more mobile, and less compliant child.
Is ear piercing safe for babies?
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), she noted, has one major recommendation: Postpone ear piercings until the child is mature enough to take care of the pierced site herself. “That’s clearly the best way to reduce the risk of infection,” Rossi said.
Is it better to pierce with needle or gun?
The quick answer: A piercing needle is much better than a piercing gun, for many reasons. Needles are generally cleaner, more accurate, and less painful than guns. … (Note: When it comes to the method used for the piercing—needles or piercing gun— the technique is as important as the aftercare techniques that follow.
Do Claires use a gun or needle?
At Claire’s we pride ourselves on providing a sterile and hygienic piercing service. All our ear piercings use a high quality Studex System 75 instrument. This means you can benefit from a system which offers: Fully disposable, single use, sterilised cartridges for hygienic and effective piercing.
Why you shouldn’t use a piercing gun?
2 – Piercing guns cause blunt force trauma to earlobes: Most piercing guns aggressively force blunt ended studs through the tissue of your ears which is painful and unnatural, and can cause serious damage. This process simply forces the stud through your ear, wedging the jewelry between irritated and now-inflamed skin.
