How to Build a Piercing-Friendly Skincare Routine
How to Build a Piercing-Friendly Skincare Routine
Featuring our favorite essentials: Jojoba Oil, NeilMed Aftercare Spray, Holey Butt’r Cream, and Flat Back Studs
First off, getting a new piercing is exciting—but keeping your skin and piercings healthy takes the right care. Whether you're healing a fresh lobe, stretching your ears, or maintaining an existing piercing, your skincare routine needs to be piercing-safe. Here’s how to build a piercing aftercare skincare routine that supports both your skin and your jewelry game!
1. Start With a Clean Base
Always cleanse your face and body with a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser—especially around piercing areas. Avoid harsh exfoliants or actives like AHAs and retinols near healing piercings, as they can irritate the skin and delay healing.
Pro Tip: Clean hands are non-negotiable. Always wash before touching your jewelry or piercing site.
2. Use NeilMed Piercing Aftercare Spray Daily
NeilMed's sterile saline spray is a must-have for new or irritated piercings. It's gentle, effective, and super easy to use—just spray directly onto the piercing and let it air dry.
- Helps flush out debris
- No harsh chemicals
- Safe for all body piercings
We recommend using it 2–3 times a day during the healing process.
3. Hydrate with Pure Jojoba Oil
After all, Jojoba oil is a holy grail for stretched lobes and healed piercings. It's closest to your skin's natural oils, which makes it ideal for keeping your piercing hydrated without clogging.
Use it to:
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Massage and moisturize stretched lobes
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Soften crusty piercings
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Restore elasticity before down sizing or inserting jewelry
Our 100% pure jojoba oil absorbs quickly and adds a healthy glow to both skin and jewelry.
4. For Stretched Ears: Use Holey Butt’r Cream
If you’re on a stretching journey, Holey Butt’r is a game changer. This ear stretching balm is rich, hydrating, and formulated to reduce microtears and itching during size transitions.
Apply a small amount during a gentle lobe massage or right before inserting plugs. It’s especially great when paired with our glass or titanium jewelry.
5. Stick to Flat Back Earring Studs
Traditional butterfly backs can poke, irritate, or trap bacteria—especially while sleeping. Swap them for flat back studs for maximum comfort and minimal snagging.
- Sleeping and everyday wear
- Multiple lobe or cartilage piercings
- A clean, minimalist look
Plus, our Titanium flat back studs are hypoallergenic and safe for even the most sensitive ears.
Keep it Consistent
Healing and maintaining piercings isn’t just about what products you use—it’s about consistency! Stick to your routine, avoid touching your piercings unnecessarily, and always wear high-quality jewelry.
Healthy Skin, Happy Piercings
Overall, your skin deserves as much attention as your jewelry. A piercing-friendly skincare routine ensures you can rock your piercings and keep your skin healthy, calm, and glowing.
Shop all our essentials online now—from aftercare to jewelry upgrades, we’ve got everything you need to stay pierced and polished 💫