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A newpiercingcan be a great way to instantly upgrade your look, but it also requires commitment.
Most lip piercings heal in around three months, and nostrils (cartilage) take roughly six months.
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Another factor that can complicate healing time is if you develop apiercing bump, keloid, or infection.
Irritation bumps often happen in the first few months, when the piercing is still sensitive.
The Fastest-Healing Piercings
Septum
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Unlike the nostril, the septum is exposed to fewer bacteria and is known to be a quick healer.
Doig recommends giving this area eight to ten weeks to heal.
Piercings that are placed in areas where there is friction or sweating also are more likely to become infected.
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Given the lobes location, this aids the process.
For a more advanced look without the prolonged healing time, Bubbers suggests trying a stacked lobe.
Eyebrow
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Despite its bold location, theeyebrow piercingis relatively quick to heal.
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With the eyebrows, there is less skin involved, as it is a surface piercing, Kim says.
These piercings usually take two to three months to heal.
see to it to regularly disinfect the area, especially during the healing process.
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Tongue
Surprisingly enough, thetongueis one of the quicker places for piercings to heal.
The tongue is made up of two muscles and wrapped in mucus membranes, Kim explains.
When a tongue piercing heals correctly, the body treats the wound like a scar.
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As a result, the healing time is predicted to be two to four months when cared for correctly.
Conch
Like the earlobe, theconchtends to heal quickly, but it’s not quite as painless.
Nostril
Thenostril piercingtakes longer to heal than the septum, but it still made the list.
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The nose is covered in soft cartilage, and this piercing can be placed just about anywhere.
Daith
Thedaithfalls into the advanced cartilage category.
Most piercings above the lobe have similar healing times, and this one is no exception.
Flat Helix
This spot is colloquially known as piercing your cartilage.
For ear piercings, Kim suggests avoiding sleeping on the affected side.
However, not all studs are created equal.
Piercing jewelry should be constructed with implant-grade metals for safety and healing, Bubbers says.
Her aptly named brand,Studs, offers that along with flat backs for limited irritation.
Kim loves the Maison MiruTitanium Little Sphere Nap Earringsfor their ultra-comfy wear.
Bubbers recommends drying the piercing site with disposable paper towels.
Cloth can harbor bacteria and snag on jewelry, which can cause injury, she says.
