Piercing Aftercare Policy – Xstaci Body Piercing

Aftercare

Ear Piercing Aftercare

- Pillow hygiene: Change your pillowcase weekly and don’t share pillows while healing.

- Keep it dry: Never go to bed with wet or damp hair. Blow-dry or tie it up — moisture slows healing.

- Hands off: Don’t touch your piercing except when cleaning. If you do, give it a quick saline spray.

- Cleaning: Use sterile saline 3 times a day — morning, mid-day, and before bed.

- Itching: If it feels itchy, scratch your neck or the area around the piercing — not the piercing itself. It’ll take the itch away.

- Health matters: Eat well and get good sleep — your body heals faster.

- No ointments: No Polysporin or creams. If you’re having an issue, do hot water soaks and call me.

Jewellery & Lifestyle

- If a bead falls off, gently squeeze the hoop closed.

- If jewellery comes out, don’t panic — you have up to 2 weeks to come back before it may need re-piercing.

- Headphones can be used with caution — always clean them first.

- Sports players: If a referee asks you to remove jewellery, contact me. I’ve got safe options to protect your piercing during healing.

Daily Habits & Protection

- Sleeping: If you’re a side sleeper, use a travel or piercing pillow (donut pillow) to avoid pressure.

- Phones: Avoid pressing phones against your ear — use speakerphone or earbuds when possible.

- Hair products: Keep hairspray, dyes, dry shampoo, and conditioner away from the piercing. If it gets on, rinse with saline.

- Swimming: Pools and spray parks are fine. Avoid oceans, lakes, and hot tubs while healing.

Healing Times

- Earlobes: 4–6 months

- Cartilage: 9–12 months

Problems? Contact me directly. I’ll walk you through it.

Nose Piercing Aftercare

- Cleaning: Use sterile saline 3 times a day — morning, mid-day, and before bed.

- Hands off: Don’t twist, turn, or touch the jewelry. If you must touch it, wash your hands first and give it a saline spray after.

- Healing bump inside the nose: You may develop a small bump inside your nostril, about the size of half a pea. Don’t panic — this is normal and will remain until you’re fully healed. Once it’s gone, that’s when we can start thinking about jewelry changes.

- Little pimple bump: Around 3 weeks in, you may see a bump that looks like a pimple. If it looks like it wants to be popped, go ahead and pop it — it’s just your body pushing something out. Don’t be scared.

- Jewelry quality: Always use high-quality jewelry — titanium, gold, or surgical steel. If you don’t know what it’s made of, don’t buy it. And if it comes in a pack of 12 for $12… run away, don’t walk.

- Products: Be careful with makeup, moisturizer, and foundation. Keep them away from the piercing area.

- No ointments: No Polysporin or creams. If you’re having an issue, do hot water soaks and call me.

Jewelry & Lifestyle

- If a bead, gem, or end falls out, don’t panic — bring it back if you can, or I’ll help with a replacement.

- Don’t try to change the jewelry too soon. I’ll check it first to make sure you’re ready.

- Sports players: If your ref asks you to remove it, contact me. I’ve got safe options for you during healing.

Daily Habits & Protection

- Glasses/sunglasses: Make sure they don’t rest on or rub against your piercing.

- Masks: Choose ones that don’t snag or pull across your nose jewelry.

- Hair products: Spray carefully around your face. If it gets on your piercing, rinse with saline.

- Swimming: Pools and spray parks are fine. Avoid oceans, lakes, and hot tubs while healing.

Healing Times

- Nostril: 4–6 months

- Septum: 1–2 months

Problems? Contact me directly. I’ll walk you through it.

Navel Piercing Aftercare

- Cleaning: Use sterile saline 3 times a day — morning, mid-day, and before bed.

- Hands off: Don’t twist, turn, or play with the jewelry. If you must touch it, wash your hands first and spray with saline after.

- Clothing: Keep pants below your navel piercing so the area stays dry and irritation-free. Loose clothing is best — light dresses or breathable fabrics allow better healing.

- Avoid loops: Stay away from loofahs, lace, or anything that can snag on the jewelry.

- Itching/irritation: Scratch the skin around the area — not the piercing itself.

- No ointments: No Polysporin or creams. If you’re having an issue, do hot water soaks or regular plain Epsom salt baths and call me.

Jewelry & Lifestyle

- Don’t change your jewelry too soon — I’ll check the heal before swapping anything.

- Avoid cheap jewelry. Stick with titanium, gold, or surgical steel.

- If your jewelry comes out, don’t panic. Bring it back to me within 2 weeks before it may need re-piercing.

- Rejection warning: Navel piercings carry about a 50% chance of rejection. If the barbell starts to look longer or the skin looks thinner, send me a photo right away. This isn’t your fault (or mine) — it’s just your body saying “no thanks.”

Daily Habits & Protection

- Exercise: Be mindful of stretching, bending, or activities that cause friction on your navel.

- Sleep: Try not to sleep directly on your stomach.

- Swimming: Pools and spray parks are fine. Avoid oceans, lakes, and hot tubs while healing.

- Lotions/tanners: Keep moisturizers, self-tanners, and body sprays away from the piercing.

Healing Times

- Navel piercing: 9–12 months

Problems? Contact me directly. I’ll walk you through it.

Oral Piercings ❌

I don’t perform oral piercings (tongue, lip, smiley, etc.) — and here’s why:

- Dental damage: I got a tongue piercing over 30 years ago. About 5 years ago, I had to get two gold teeth because of the damage it caused. It took decades, but it caught up with me.

- My daughter-in-law lost a molar and part of her jaw at 25 from a tongue piercing. She’ll never grow that tooth back.

- Gum grafting is common — and it’s expensive, ugly, and painful.

💡 My personal suggestion: Unless you have a really good dental plan, skip the oral piercings. They cause more grief than they’re worth.

Nipple Piercing Aftercare

- Cleaning: Use sterile saline 3 times a day — morning, mid-day, and before bed.

- Hands off: Don’t twist, turn, or play with the jewelry. If you must touch it, wash your hands first and spray with saline after.

- Keep it still: Try to keep piercings as still as possible during the day. A comfortable, well-fitting sports bra (or something similar) will help keep them stable and protected.

- Itching/irritation: If it feels itchy, scratch the skin around the area — not the piercing itself.

- No ointments: No Polysporin or creams. If you’re having an issue, do hot water soaks and call me.

Jewelry & Lifestyle

- Don’t change your jewelry too soon — I’ll check it first.

- Avoid cheap jewelry. Stick with titanium, gold, or surgical steel.

- If your jewelry comes out, don’t panic. Bring it back to me within 2 weeks before it may need re-piercing.

- Warning: In 25+ years, I’ve heard countless stories of men catching nipple jewelry on shower doors. Please be aware — it happens more than you think.

Daily Habits & Protection

- Showering: Let warm water run over the piercing, but avoid soaps and body wash getting directly in.

- Swimming: Pools and spray parks are fine. Avoid oceans, lakes, and hot tubs while healing.

- Sexual activity: Be mindful. Saliva, friction, or tugging can cause irritation or infection. Always make sure hands/mouths are clean if contact happens.

Healing Times

- Nipple piercings: 9–12 months

Problems? Contact me directly. I’ll walk you through it.

Eyebrow Piercing Aftercare

- Cleaning: Use sterile saline 3 times a day — morning, mid-day, and before bed.

- Hands off: Don’t twist, push, or play with the jewelry. If you must touch it, wash your hands first and spray with saline after.

- Keep it dry: Wash your face gently and avoid getting moisturizers, foundation, or makeup into the piercing.

- Itching/irritation: If it feels itchy, scratch nearby skin — not the piercing itself.

- No ointments: No Polysporin or creams. If you’re having an issue, do hot water soaks and call me.

Jewelry & Lifestyle

- Rejection warning: Eyebrow piercings have a higher chance of rejection. If the jewelry starts to look longer or the skin looks thinner, send me a photo right away.

- Avoid cheap jewelry. Stick with titanium, gold, or surgical steel.

- Don’t change the jewelry too soon — I’ll check it first.

- If your jewelry comes out, don’t panic. Bring it back to me within 2 weeks before it may need re-piercing.

Daily Habits & Protection

- Clothing/hats: Be cautious of hats, hoodies, or sunglasses pressing against your eyebrow.

- Showering: Let warm water run over the piercing, but avoid soap, shampoo, or face wash directly in it.

- Sports/activities: Be mindful of contact sports, helmets, or anything that might snag the piercing.

- Swimming: Pools and spray parks are fine. Avoid oceans, lakes, and hot tubs while healing.

Healing Times

- Eyebrow piercing: 6–9 months

Problems? Contact me directly. I’ll walk you through it.

Microdermals & Surface ❌

I don’t perform microdermals, anchors, or surface piercings — and here’s why:

- 100% rejection over time: In my 25+ years of piercing, I’ve never seen these last forever.

- Scarring isn’t pretty: When they reject, they often leave behind scars that don’t look good.

- Painful removal: Most people have to get them scalpelled out, which is painful and leaves marks.

- I simply don’t believe in them: As an old-school piercer, I stick to piercings that are proven to heal well and stand the test of time.

💡 My philosophy: I like to keep things simple, safe, and effective. That’s why I prefer hoops and traditional styles — they heal cleaner, faster, and with less drama.

Female Exotic Piercing Aftercare

- Healing time: Usually very quick — 2 to 3 months total.

- Cleaning: The best cleaner is your own body. Use your urine 3 times a day (it’s sterile to you):

In the morning, pee for about 10 seconds to flush out bacteria.
Stop midstream.
With a clean hand, let your urine run over the piercing to cleanse it.
Repeat the same process mid-day and before bed.
Gently pat dry and carry on with your day.

👉 Point of interest: If you don’t want to use this method, you can use a sterile saline solution instead.

- Epsom salts: Regular plain Epsom salt baths can help soothe and speed up healing.

- Hands off: Don’t let anyone play with it until it’s fully healed.

Jewelry & Lifestyle

- Don’t change the jewelry too soon — I’ll check it first.

- Stick with titanium, gold, or surgical steel.

- If jewelry comes out, don’t panic — contact me right away.

Daily Habits & Protection

- Sexual activity: Absolutely no contact or play until it’s fully healed. After healing, always make sure hands and body parts are clean before contact.

- Clothing: Choose breathable fabrics to reduce friction.

Healing Times

- Female exotic piercing: 2–3 months

⚠️ Caution: Be careful choosing the right jeans… you might just love it a little too much. 😏

Ear Piercing Aftercare

Nose Piercing Aftercare

Navel Piercing Aftercare

Oral Piercings ❌

Nipple Piercing Aftercare

Eyebrow Piercing Aftercare

Microdermals & Surface ❌

Female Exotic Piercing Aftercare

Male Genital Piercings ❌

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