When Can You Change Earrings After a Piercing?

It's usually safe to change your earrings after 6–8 weeks, but healing time can vary depending on how quickly your ears recover. Changing them too early can increase the risk of irritation or infection, so it's important to pay attention to how your piercings feel and look.

How to Safely Change Your Earrings:

Wait until the healing period is complete – at least 6 weeks for earlobes and 12 weeks for cartilage piercings.

• Wash your hands thoroughly before touching your ears or earrings.

• Clean the area around the piercing daily with a recommended aftercare solution – even after changing earrings.

• Choose gentle, easy-to-handle earrings, especially when changing them for the first time.

• Change them carefully – if you feel pain or resistance, wait a few more days.

Being careful early on makes a big difference in how well your piercings heal over time. If you’re unsure, it’s always better to wait a little longer before switching earrings.

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