08/13/2026
THINGS YOUR PIERCER WISHES YOU KNEW 🐍
1. Your piercing doesn’t heal overnight.
Even if it looks and feels good on the outside, the inside can still be healing. Be patient with it!
2. STOP TOUCHING IT!
Your hands carry bacteria, and constantly touching or playing with your jewelry can cause unnecessary irritation.
3. You don’t need to twist your jewelry.
That old “rotate your piercing so it doesn’t stick” advice? ❌ Nope. Moving the jewelry can irritate the healing tissue.
4. Crusties can be NORMAL.
A little dried lymph or discharge can happen during healing. Don’t pick it off! Let your aftercare routine soften and remove it naturally.
5. Jewelry size matters.
Fresh piercings need properly fitted jewelry. Too tight can cause pressure and swelling, while jewelry that’s too long can snag and move around.
6. “It doesn’t hurt anymore” doesn’t mean it’s healed.
Pain usually disappears before the piercing is completely healed. Don’t rush to change your jewelry!
7. Sleeping on it can cause problems.
Especially with cartilage piercings! Constant pressure can lead to irritation, bumps, migration, and prolonged healing.
8. Your piercer is your resource!
If something looks weird, feels uncomfortable, or you’re unsure about your aftercare, ASK. Don’t panic and don’t immediately Google the worst-case scenario. 😂
✨ Take care of your piercing and give your body time to do its thing!
🐍 Snake City Tattoo
📍 6208 Yadkinville Rd. Pfafftown NC 27040
📞 (336) 815•8812
🌐 www.snakecitytattoo.com
Walk-Ins Welcome Wednesdays–Sundays • 1:00pm–7:30pm
