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Thompson recommends the "less is more" approach, keeping the area clean by showering once a day (with gentle, fragrance-free soap). "Your body doesn't really need help to heal the area, aside from maintaining a healthy lifestyle"—you know, staying hydrating, eating clean, sleeping well, managing stress, and exercising. There is an increased risk of nonpuerperal mastitis occurring in the months after nipple piercing. [25] Notable wearers [ edit ] Ear piercings are one of the most common types of piercings. As with any piercing, it’s important to know how to clean and care for the piercing so… READ MORE Swelling. Swelling is pretty much a given with almost any piercing. This is why many piercers will recommend long barbells in your nipple — it lets your nipple tissue swell up without any obstruction. See your piercer if swelling is especially noticeable or painful. Uncontrolled swelling can actually cause your tissue to die and increase your chances of infection. Nipple piercings can be pierced in a couple different ways, but the standard nipple jewellery is a straight, horizontal barbell. They can look great on anyone, and are available in some really cool designs.

Don’t disturb the jewelry: “It’s important not to play with or move the jewelry around,” says Siple. “Movement can cause unwanted irritation bumps and cause bacteria to enter the piercing.” Don’t submerge the piercing: Keep those nipples high and dry to minimize your risk of infection. Siple specifically recommends avoiding bathtubs and swimming pools, which harbor bacteria.Just remember that a piercing can take many months to fully heal — and some piercers don’t consider them fully healed for a year or more.

The pain isn't so bad that it should ever stop you from getting the piercing," says Thompson. "And it's basically a rite of passage—if it didn't hurt a little bit, it wouldn't be as cool or monumental." (Preach.) How long do nipple piercings take to heal? If someone recommended cocoa butter for tattoo aftercare, you might want a second opinion. We've got the details on its benefits and how to use it. READ MORE People have practiced body modification for literally centuries, but nipple piercings are a trend that come and go. History [ edit ] The first reported example of pierced nipples occurred at the court of Isabeau of Bavaria (1370 to 1435), queen consort of France. [1]

Still, nipple tissue is more delicate and prone to severe infection than other skin. That means proper nipple piercing aftercare takes time and attention. Some people [ who?] have noted that they can take up to a year and a half to heal fully. [ citation needed] It is recommended that if stretching a nipple piercing, the piercee waits at least the healing time of their piercings between stretches. [ citation needed] Sensitivity [ edit ] Also, consider a tight cotton shirt or a sports bra for sleeping. (Again, you don’t want the jewelry getting pulled out.) For itching, Jaliman suggests an over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream. Hill, E. D. (November 16, 2006). "The Good, the Bad and the Helpful..." Fox News . Retrieved October 3, 2011.