Originally Answered: Why do you non–iodized sea salt for piercings? Iodine is not present in the saline that is in the human body. Iodine is an antiseptic and therefore is very dangerous to use on piercings. Therefore anything with iodine in it should not be used.
Moreover, what can you use if you don’t have sea salt for piercings?
It doesn’t need to be sea salt, but you should not use iodized salt, pink Himalayan salt, or anything with impurities like that. Kosher salt and pickling salt are usually just fine as well, again, just as long as it’s pure salt.
In this regard, what kind of salt do you use for ear piercings?
To make Saline Solution all you need is warm mineral water and fine grain sea salt (sodium chloride) we recommend to use iodized sea salt. It is the best type to use for it contain elements that makes it more compatible for healing wounds then other types.
Why is iodine bad for piercings?
Make sure you use non-iodized salt instead of regular table salt to make your saline solution. Table salt contains iodine and other additives, which can irritate your piercings, even though iodine is a necessary mineral for the body to function.
Is pink Himalayan sea salt non-iodized?
Although pink Himalayan salt may naturally contain some iodine, it most likely contains less iodine than iodized salt. Therefore, those who have iodine deficiency or are at risk of deficiency may need to source iodine elsewhere if using pink salt instead of table salt.
Can I clean my piercing with just water?
Yes you can. Just make sure you rinse your ears thoroughly after the shower to make sure that no soap, shampoo, or conditioner residue remains. You should do this by gently allowing warm water to flow over the piercings. Yes you can.
Can I clean my piercing with tap water?
Distilled water is best, and bottled water is a second choice; depending on your local water quality, you may need to avoid tap water unless it is filtered or first brought to a full boil for a minute or longer and then allowed to cool sufficiently before use.
Can I use normal sea salt for piercings?
No, it does not have to be sea salt (as Neil DeGrasse Tyson will tell you, all salt is sea salt), but it you should be using a pure saltwater solution to clean your piercing. It doesn’t need to be sea salt, but you should not use iodized salt, pink Himalayan salt, or anything with impurities like that.
Is all sea salt non iodized?
Sea salt comes from a natural source and contains other minerals, but it does not contain iodine. Choosing nonionized sea salt can put people at risk of iodine deficiency, and so they must seek other sources of iodine in their diets.
Is Morton’s Sea Salt non iodized?
Morton Natural Sea Salt has no additives and is 100% natural. Morton also offers Iodized Sea Salt, which supplies iodine, a necessary nutrient for the proper functioning of the thyroid.
What is a good saline solution for piercings?
NeilMed Cleanse Sterile Saline Wound Wash, 6 OunceNeilMed Cleanse Sterile Saline Wound Wash, 6 Ounce. This is a really good spray for piercings. This is a really good spray for piercings.
Can you use pink Himalayan salt for piercings?
Cleaning Solution
1/4 tsp of non-iodised fine grain salt(not regular sea salt, pink Himalayan salt works too) to one cup of pre-boiled warm water is the perfect ratio. Too much salt can irritate your healing piercing.
