Adult Piercing Aftercare

 Average of 6+ weeks to heal

• WHEN at any time there is any scabbing on the jewelry, use Q-tips soaked with warm/hot water to soften it up and then wipe it away.
• Avoid submerging the piercing in unhygienic bodies of water such as lakes, pools, hot tubs, etc., OR protect your piercing using a waterproof wound-sealant bandage.
• The support of a tight cotton t-shirt or sports bra may provide protection and feel comfortable, especially for sleeping.
• INFECTION is from touching the piercing with dirty fingers, not getting all the soap out, or submerging in water without a waterproof bandage.
• Never use Neosporin, Alcohol, or anything similar!     

Average of 6+ weeks to heal

• WHEN at any time there is any scabbing on the jewelry, use Q-tips soaked with warm/hot water to soften it up and then wipe it away.
• In most cases you can engage in sexual activity as soon as you feel ready. Comfort and hygeine are vital.
• During healing, all sexual activities MUST be gentle.
• To increase comfort and decrease trauma, soak in warm saline solution or distilled water to remove any crusty matter prior to sexual activity.
• Avoid submerging the piercing in unhygienic bodies of water such as lakes, pools, hot tubs, etc...
• Use barriers such as condoms, dental dams, etc. to avoid contact with a partners bodily fluids, even in long-term relationships.
• Use clean, disposable barriers on sex toys.
• Wash hands before touching on or around the piercing.
• Use a NEW container of water based lubricant. Do not use your own saliva.
• After sex, an additional saline soak or clean water rinse is suggested. 
• Prince Albert and Apadravya piercings can bleed freely for the first  few days.
• If using soap, urinate after cleaning any piercing that is near the urethra. 
• INFECTION is from touching the piercing with dirty fingers, not rinsing all the soap out, or submerging in water without a waterproof bandage.
• Never use Neosporin, Alcohol, or anything similar!