Professional nose piercings can be expensive.It's possible to do the process at home, but you have to research before you do it.You will need to be prepared for a bit of pain, and be very conscious of being clean.It's possible to pierce your nose safely, but it will almost always be safer, cleaner, and more reliable to go through a professional.
Step 1: Take a picture of your piercing.
Take a look at different nose piercing styles.A nose ring is a good choice for your first home piercing.Think about how you're going to look with this piercing, and make sure you know what you want.Consider getting your nose pierced.A professional job is usually safer and less painful.If you pierce your nose at home, you risk a lot.It is possible to do the piercing yourself.
Step 2: The jewelry should be bought.
In jewelry stores, tattoo parlors, and novelty shops you can find piercing adornments.If you know what you want, try searching online.Consider starting with something small if you're buying sterile, unused jewelry.It's important to have the right size, length, and thickness.Don't use anything that has been used before.Some people have allergies to certain metals.The most common metal allergy is nickel.Other common sources of metal allergy are gold, cobalt, and chromate.If your skin looks discolored after the piercing, you should see a doctor as soon as possible.Consider using titanium jewelry or something similar that won't rust.There are metals that are free of nickel.The plastic is safe to use.
Step 3: Wait for your skin to clear.
The piercing itself will face a higher risk of infections if you try to pierce over a skin blemish.You should wait a few days or weeks until the rash is gone.Use a facial scrub to clean your face.
Step 4: Get the needle ready.
If the needle is not pre-packaged, you can't be sure that it has not been used before.The hollow needle is more effective.Make sure the hole is not smaller than your jewelry by using a thin gauge between 20G and 18G.When you are ready to use the needle, take it out of the packaging and make sure it is sterile.A safety pin, pushpin, earring, or sewing needle can make a piercing more prone to infections if they are mishandled.The point may be too dull to pierce, which can tear the tissue and put too much stress on the piercing.Don't put the needle in a public place.If you have to set it down, use a sterile tray.
Step 5: Everything should be sterile.
The needle, jewelry, and other tools will be handled during the piercing process.Put the needle in the hot water and rub alcohol on it.Put on latex gloves after washing your hands.Don't touch anything that has not been sterilized.You should change the gloves when you touch your nose.You should put on a fresh pair of gloves before piercing.
Step 6: Your nose should be marked.
To make a small dot on your skin, use a sharpie.Make sure you look in the mirror.If the mark is too low, wash it away and adjust it.If you are completely satisfied, draw and re-draw the mark.
Step 7: Before piercing, it is advisable to clean the area.
Rub a cotton swab with rubbing alcohol and wipe down the area you plan to pierce.The alcohol will sting.An ice cube can be used to make the area numb.If you can't feel the tissue, hold the ice against your nostril for three minutes.It is possible that this will make it more difficult to pierce.
Step 8: Use a piercer.
If you plan to pierce a certain area, tighten the piercer so that it doesn't fall off.If you don't already have one, consider buying one.The space should be open so that you don't poke your finger or nose.
Step 9: You need to be calm.
Take a deep breath.Take a moment to relax and find your center if you are shaking.It's easy to get a nose piercing, as piercings go.The procedure for piercing your nose is simple because there is not much fat or skin to pierce.
Step 10: Take your nose out.
Line up the needle with the dot you marked in the mirror.Take a deep breath and do it quickly.Take care to slide the needle straight through the tissue as you push it in.You will feel pain, but it will be short-lived.The quicker you pierce, the quicker it will be.You don't want to poke the inside of your nostril.You don't want to push too deep if you are piercing the side of your nostril.
Step 11: Place the ring or stud.
You have to be quick about it.The hole will begin to close as soon as you remove the needle.It's a natural fit if the hole heals around your jewelry.If you wait too long, you will not be able to pierce your skin.
Step 12: The piercing needs to be clean.
Use a sterile solution, a 50/50 water-and-soap solution or hydrogen peroxide.Twice a day, saturate a Q-Tip or cotton swab with a cleaning solution and let it soak into the pierced area for a few minutes.You can wipe your piercing from your nose.If you've given yourself a nose ring, it's a good idea to clean it every now and then.It's a good idea to clean the piercing as often as possible.If you're using a harsh cleaning agent, avoid cleaning too often.Until the piercing heals, repeat this process every day.Your nose will be sore and swollen for a few days after the job, but it shouldn't be a problem before the week is over.The piercing may take as long as 3-4 months to heal.Hydrogen peroxide can disrupt scarless wound healing.You should be aware of the risks of using this chemical as a cleaning agent.
Step 13: It's a good idea to avoid infection.
It's a good idea to wash your hands before handling a piercing.You don't need to worry if you cleaned the piercing and were careful with your equipment.If your piercing is still red and painful a week later, there's a chance that the wound has become infections.It gets worse if you don't seek medical advice.Antibiotics and soap can be used to protect the wound.The risk of inflammation can be reduced by these products.Heavy-duty prescription antibiotics can be costly and questionable for your health if you don't clean your piercing regularly.
Step 14: Don't take the piercing out for long.
There is a chance that the hole will close up if you take it out for longer than a few hours.If the stud no longer fits, you might have to pierce it again, because the skin of your nostril heals very quickly.It's best to leave your stud in for at least three months.
Step 15: Ask for advice
Do not hesitate to ask any questions at your local piercing parlor.If you ask nicely, they will probably give you advice, even if you didn't get your piercing done there.Don't hesitate to visit your doctor if you have any medical concerns.