Do helix piercings get infected easily?
A piercing is an open wound that requires time and care to heal. Cartilage piercings typically take longer to heal and are more prone to infection than earlobe piercings. Even when a person follows the aftercare instructions, infections may still occur.
What do you do if your forward helix is infected?
Treating the infection at home
- 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.
- Clean the piercing on both sides of your earlobe.
How do you clean a forward helix piercing?
Once your hands are clean, you can turn to the piercing itself; clean the site two to three times a day with either gentle, unscented soap or a sterile saline solution.
How long until forward helix stops hurting?
The being said, forward helix ear piercings typically heal in about 3-6 months on average. Cleaning the piercing site and forward helix earring is important during the healing process.
When do helix piercings stop hurting?
While you might get over a lobe piercing in around a month, a helix piercing can take anywhere between three to six months to heal. Unfortunately, like the pain factor, it’s hard to give an exact healing time as everyone is different. Expect the piercing area to feel sore, turn red and even swell or bleed (initially).
How long does forward helix take to heal?
about 3-6 months
It’s important to remember that forward helix healing times vary from person to person and that different kinds of cartilage piercings take longer to heal than others. The being said, forward helix ear piercings typically heal in about 3-6 months on average.
When can I stop cleaning my helix piercing?
It is vital that you do not over-clean the piercing. If it has been longer than four months, do not clean the piercing anymore. Even if there is still crusting or signs of healing, you can remove any debris at the end of the shower. Excessive and prolonged cleaning and moisture can cause complications.
