LOBES, CARTLIDGE, TRAGUE, CONCH, ROOK ECT.

Healing Time:

• Lobes: 6–8 weeks

• Cartilage: 6–12 months

Care Notes:

• Avoid sleeping directly on the piercing.

• Keep hair products, makeup, and headphones away from the area.

• Cartilage piercings heal slower due to lower blood flow — be patient and consistent.

NOSTRIL OR SEPTUM

Healing Time:

• Nostril: 4–6 months

• Septum: 3–4 months

Care Notes:

• Clean the outside and gently rinse inside with saline.

• Avoid makeup directly on the piercing site.

• Avoid excessive touching or flipping jewelry (for septum).

Minor swelling and tenderness are normal. Small irritation bumps can occur from trauma or movement.

Healing Time:

• 6–12 months

Care Notes:

• Avoid high-waisted or tight clothing that causes friction.

• Be cautious during workouts — friction and sweating can delay healing.

• Keep the area dry after showering.

Navels are surface piercings and require extra care to avoid rejection.

Healing Time:

• 6–12 months (sometimes longer)

Care Notes:

• Wear supportive but breathable bras or clothing.

• Avoid rough contact or friction.

• Expect some crusting — this is normal lymph discharge. Clean gently without over-cleaning.

Sensitivity and swelling are common early in healing.

Healing Time:

• Tongue: 4–8 weeks

• Lip: 2–3 months

• Other oral placements vary

Care Notes:

• Rinse with alcohol-free mouthwash after eating, drinking, or smoking.

• Reduce spicy, salty, and acidic foods during early healing.

• Avoid oral contact (kissing, oral sex) during initial healing.

• Expect swelling for the first several days — cold compresses and ice chips can help.

Maintain excellent oral hygiene to prevent infection.

Downsizing your jewelry is a normal and important part of the healing process. When your piercing is first done, we use slightly longer jewelry to allow room for swelling. As the swelling goes down, that longer jewelry can move too much, which can cause irritation or slow down healing.

Most clients should come back for a downsizing appointment about 2–6 weeks after their piercing, depending on the location and how their body is healing. Downsizing simply means we replace your original jewelry with shorter jewelry that fits more comfortably and securely as your piercing heals.

Properly fitted jewelry helps reduce movement, discomfort, and irritation bumps, and helps your piercing heal faster and more smoothly. If your jewelry starts to feel very loose, spins excessively, or hangs down, it’s usually time to schedule a downsizing appointment.

Contact Lanae Beauty LLC and a medical provider if you experience:

• Severe swelling that restricts breathing (oral piercings especially)

• Thick green or foul-smelling discharge

• Fever or spreading redness

• Signs of rejection (jewelry migrating toward the surface)