Gold (yellow or white) is appropriate for initial piercings if it is 14k or higher, nickel-free, and alloyed for biocompatibility. Gold higher than 18k is too soft for body jewelry because it can easily be scratched or nicked.
Also, is sterling silver OK for newly pierced ears?
Any earring that is made with white gold or sterling silver is a safe bet. … These are hypoallergenic materials that are great choices for earrings for people with newly–pierced ears or those who are allergic to nickel all the time.
In this manner, can I bring my own earrings to get my ears pierced?
One of the most common questions we hear about ear piercing preparation is “do I need to bring my own stud piercing earrings?” If you are getting pierced with the Inverness Ear Piercing System, the answer is simple: no.
What kind of earrings does Claire’s Pierce with?
We offer white gold earrings and yellow gold earrings, both of which are jeweler’s quality. These fabulous options have the durability and natural beauty of all gold jewelry. How long has Claire’s been piercing ears?
How can I make my ear piercing heal faster?
Follow these steps to take care of a minor piercing infection:
- Wash your hands before touching or cleaning your piercing.
- Clean around the piercing with a saltwater rinse three times a day. …
- Don’t use alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or antibiotic ointments. …
- Don’t remove the piercing.
What earrings to put in after piercing?
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.
How long do you keep earrings in after piercing?
6-8 weeks
Is Titanium better than gold for piercings?
Arguably, titanium is more biocompatible than gold. But, we aren’t implanting things inside your heart- its a body piercing. And most piercers are going to be using titanium posts anyway for the piece that actually passes through the piercing, so just the front or decorative end will be gold in many cases.
How long do lobe piercings take to heal?
about 1 to 2 months
