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Can I just clean my nose ring with antibacterial soap and water instead of sea salt?

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It's best to use a sea salt solution or a piercing cleaning solution because antibacterial soap can dry out your skin and kill the good bacteria needed to heal the wound.

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How do I keep my nose ring from bleeding when I am fighting?

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You might want to either remove it (especially during sparring or competitive) or put on a kind of tape onto it to keep it from being able to be torn away. For streetfights the best way would simply be a good set of kicks, in order to keep your rival away/incapacitate them and thereby not need to fear for your piercing. Tip: Practice kicks or you will just end up missing and getting beaten.

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How can I blow my nose?

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When the piercing is new, try twisting up a small corner or edge of a tissue or paper towel until it is a thin pointy shape, and then just stick it in your nose. Once the piercing is healed, just blow your nose like normal.

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I accidentally pulled my spiral piercing out and it took me a long time to put my new L- shape in. Can the fact that I took a long time fiddling with it cause problems?

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Yes, but not necessarily. Think of your piercing as a healing wound. If you pick at a scab or don't leave it alone, your body will continue sending out a distress signal to the area to heal itself. This can result in irritation, swelling, pain, bleeding, and even infection. Remember: when in doubt, call your piercer.

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Does being in the sun affect a new piercing?

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I've had my nose piercing in for about three years now and it doesn't affect mine or the skin around it. Just make sure to put on sunblock before you put it in and make sure that none gets in the hole. You should be just fine and so should the stone/ring/stud.

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How long does it take for a nose piercing to close?

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Not long. It's different for everyone, and it depends on how long you've had it for. If you had yours for 14 years, it would probably stay open for a while, but if you had it for just a week and took it out, it would probably close very quickly.

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Is it bad that my nostril where I got my piercing itches?

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No, this is normal.

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Is it normal for it to bleed after getting it done?

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Yes, it's absolutely normal.

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Is there any way I can prepare my nose for the piercing I'm getting in a couple of days?

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There's no way to really prepare for it, other than making sure your face is cleaned well beforehand.

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My new nose ring moved overnight, exposing the ball. Can I move it back?

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I don't see why not. Just make sure to wash your hands with hot soapy water first so you don't risk infection.

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If I don't like it, can I just remove it, and will it leave a scar?

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It will scar. But it will be very tiny and unless someone is looking for it, they won't notice it.

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I've had my piercing for about 5 months. It is really hard to take out and is quite painful. It's healed and everything, I just want to know how to make this stop.

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You might be allergic to the type of metal your ring is made out of. That can be causing the soreness.

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Is it normal for the piercing to be crusty a few days after the procedure?

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Yes, just put a few drops of your piercing solution onto a cotton bud (ear bud) and swab around to remove the crusty stuff.

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I have a small bump around my nose piercing. What might cause this?

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Multiple factors can cause a bump around the piercing such as irritation, inflammation, and infection.

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Three days after I pierced my nose, my nose ring fell out while I was sleeping and it bled a lot. What should I do?

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Call your piercer. Many, if they are good, will send you home with aftercare and troubleshooting info. But seriously, call them. They will assess the damage and hopefully reinsert your jewelry.

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Can I clean my piercing with peroxide and add ointment afterwards?

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No, that is one thing you want to avoid. Do not use chemicals to clean your piercing.

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What can I use to clean my nose ring?

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A sea salt and warm water solution is best.

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Am I supposed to turn my nose ring?

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No. Doing so can tear away healed skin tissue, make the healing process longer, and lead to a darker, more prominent scar if you eventually remove your piercing.

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I recently had my nose pierced with a piercing gun, and now the stud is creating a hole in my nose. What type of ring should I put in the piercing?

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If you had it done at a reputable piercer, like a tattoo shop, then go back and have them help you change it for the first time. There are mixed reviews on what is best for a first piercing. Some say a ring and others will say a ring is more prone to scaring. Some will use a screw or l bar. It really depends on your piercer.

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When can I change my piercing from the one used to pierce my nose to the one I bought?

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Give your nose at least three months to heal before changing the piercing.

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How can I avoid having a bump?

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Make sure not to apply makeup near the piercing, and you should also be cleaning the piercing two times a day. You should be cleaning it on the outside and inside.

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I have a little red bump with some pus. What can I do to clear this up?

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Infection can appear even if you're cleaning your piercing. Cleaning your piercing will only reduce your chances of infection. Call your piercer and seek medical attention immediately.

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How to clean your nose jewelry right after piercing if you are not allowed to rotate it?

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It isn't that you aren't allowed to rotate it, you should simply refrain from doing so unnecessarily or too often. When cleaning, as long as you are careful and gentle, rotating the piercing should be fine.

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Which type of soap should i use to clean my nose piercing?

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Fragrance and dye free. Safe for sensitive skin. Not too heavy a cleanser. Nothing with irritable ingredients. Alcohol for disinfectant purposes.

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How long should I wait before I can leave it out for a few hours?

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You should wait 8-12 weeks before taking out a nose piercing. Even after a few months, you should not leave the piercing out for very long.

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Could I clean my nose with just water?

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You could, but it won't keep the pierced area clean and won't protect from bacteria build up.

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Is it normal for the nose stud not to have anything inside the nose to keep it secure?

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It can be. If you got the clear rodded stud they bend it at an angle where you can more easily change the piercing after healing time. Another method is one with a metal bar and a piece with a stopper at the end. Think kind of like a non adult able shower rod except one side is the fashionable side and the other is like a disk. This, of course, is if you are getting a studded side nostril piercing.

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How long will the new piercing hurt?

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It depends on how sensitive you are to pain, but it should dissipate within 2-3 days.

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Does the diamond stub of a nose piercing twist off to take it off?

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Usually a nose piercing will need to be pulled out rather than twisted off, depending on the exact design.

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Will my nose piercing fly out if I sneeze with it in?

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No, it will be completely fine.

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