People all over the globe love piercing, and many cultures give it deep meaning. They find piercing simple, yet face a demanding aftercare and healing process. With a lot of misleading information, misconceptions and myths, people have many doubts in their minds about this centuries-old body modification. We will clear all the common piercing myths and misinformation. 

Here Is The List of Piercing Myths And Misinformation–

New Piercing Should Be Moved And Twisted

This is the most common myth associated with piercing, and people who had piercings in the 90’s could easily relate to the myth. On the contrary, new piercings should not be moved as it may cause irritation and delay the healing process.

Clean The Piercing With Alcohol

Alcohol is commonly used to clean wounds and scars. It also kills germs, but it is not good for cleaning new piercings. It dries up the skin when used on new piercings, which may also lead to irritation and swelling.

Infections Are Common In Piercings

Many people misunderstand the healing process as an infection. Our body has its own repair system, and itching, discharge, redness and tenderness are just a part of the healing process. If these symptoms continue for a long time, you should treat them as an infection and seek proper treatment. 

Piercing Guns Are Quick And Safe For Piercing

People often consider piercing guns a safe and quick option, as they pierce in a single step, yet people should strictly avoid them. However, most piercing guns use plastic parts, and professionals cannot sterilise them properly. As a result, the process becomes more painful and unhygienic, so people should choose a professional piercer who uses a sterile needle.

Any Piercing Jewelry Is Safe For Piercing

Not all piercing materials are safe for new or even healed piercings. Instead, you should get pierced at a professional studio that uses skin-safe materials even after healing. Experts recommend 14k gold, titanium, and surgical steel.

Piercings Cures Anxiety And Migraine

Many people believe that daith and tragus piercings cure migraine, anxiety, and depression. However, this claim remains a common myth, as no scientific proof supports it.

Keloids Are Common In Cartilage Piercing

Most people misunderstand piercing bumps as Keloids. Piercing bumps are irritation bumps that poor-quality jewellery and improper aftercare mainly cause. Piercing bumps go away naturally in some time, while keloids are a rare genetic condition that needs treatment.  

If The Piercing Looks Healed From Outside, it’s completely healed

Piercings heal from the outside in. The outer surface looks fine within one or two weeks, but the inner area needs at least four weeks to several months to heal fully, based on the piercing type. Piercings are body decorations that enhance your personality. Proper knowledge of the piercing process and knowing possible side effects is crucial. Always go with a good piercing studio and pick proper jewellery for your dream piercing. Of course, knowing about piercing myths and misinformation is a big plus.