Procedure and Aftercare Eyebrow Piercings

Procedure:
A needle is sterilized with by rubbing alcohol initially. It is held with the clean rubber gloves and allowed it to dry. The piercing area is wiped off with rubbing alcohol and any hair strand which might there must be pulled back or removed. Now, the skin is shifted and is maneuvered with fingers such that the needle may be pushed straight into the skin on other side. If the person is ready, then needle is pushed firmly and quickly to the other side. Needle is removed by the piercer and jewelry is pushed into the piercing. Finally, the area around the piercing is cleaned thoroughly with soap and water.

Aftercare:
Fortunately, this piercing does not get irritated easily and thus, it is one of the safest piercings. Unfortunately, this piercing hurts while it is being pierced. But it is not that important, the important part is its aftercare. Following things must be kept in mind regarding the piercing on eyebrow:

• The healing time of eyebrow piercing is about 6 – 8 weeks.
• The most important thing about the piercing is it must be cleaned every day.
• Make a salt solution and soak a cotton ball in it. Apply this cotton ball on the piercing to dissolve any crust.
• Make sure that you clean your hands with antibacterial soap before touching.
• Do not use anything that contains alcohol, betadine or hydrogen peroxide to the piercing.
• Do not wear any makeup on or near the piercing until it heals completely.
• If you have a barbell, use a soft toothbrush to remove any crusting.
• When your piercing is new, do not handle, twist or swim the piercing to avoid irritation.
• Remember to sleep on other side of the piercing. This avoids infection and snagging of ring.
• If you have any infection, consult the piercer immediately.
• The aftercare regime must be followed until the piercing heals fully.

Eyebrow Piercing Barbell

An eyebrow piercing is done through the eyebrow, vertically. It usually lies at a 40 degree angle to the eyebrow. For this piercing, jewelry such as captive bead ring or barbells are used. However, barbells are more popular as they look stylish and bold. Barbells of thickness 12 gauge to 18 gauge are used for this piercing.

Eyebrow Piercing Barbell

Barbells for eyebrow piercing can be of the following types:

1. Straight barbell
2. Curved barbell
3. Twisted barbells
4. Spiked barbells

The thickness of the barbell can be 12 gauge, 14 gauge, 16 gauge, or 18 gauge. Generally, straight barbells are used. These barbells have a shaft with two rounded beads on either ends. Similarly, curved barbells are curved at a certain angle. Spiked barbells have a conical bead instead of the rounded ones.

The metals for the eyebrow piercing barbell can be stainless steel, chromium or niobium. Avoid using barbells made of nickel as they can trigger an allergy.

Barbell Retainer

Some of the barbells are transparent and are made to hide the piercing. These barbells are made of bioplast or acrylic. The barbell retainers should be used only after the piercing is healed.

Eyebrow piercing is done using the standard clamp and pierce fashion. Initially, the piercer would mark the spots on the eyebrow. After this, the area is clamped and the piercer would insert a needle. Now, the barbell is inserted and fixed.

As there are many choices for the eyebrow piercing barbells, choose the one which best suits you. Choosing reliable materials such as stainless steel, niobium or chromium is recommended.

Techniques and Healing after Eyebrow Piercing

Techniques of eyebrow piercing

Below are the various commonly used eyebrow piercing techniques and procedures

• Eyebrow piercing is performed by creating an opening with the help of a hollow medical needle.
• The needle is put into the part of the body being pierced, but it does not penetrate all the way through.
• When it is in the eyebrow, the jewelry to be worn in the piercing initially is shoved through the opening, trailing the rear of the needle.

Healing after eyebrow piercing

• Generally eyebrow piercings take 6-8 weeks for healing, but can give rise to irritation, frequently by careless touches on the part of the bearer.
• This can lead to a much longer healing period or can cause migration.
• Makeup or other beauty products that are used on the face can also be a source of irritation for piercing or result in infection.

Risks of Eyebrow Piercing

The following are common eyebrow piercing risks

• Infection: In the absence of adequate care, infection can result in scarring and even blood poisoning.
• Allergic Reaction: Some people are allergic to particular metals and only realize this during piercing and have a serious reaction to the jewellery. The inflammation, coupled with problems in breathing can result in hospitalization.
• Nerve Damage: If a piercing isn’t positioned cautiously, it can penetrate a nerve, detaching it and making the adjoining area devoid of any sensation.

Eyebrow Piercing Care Tips

Eyebrow Piercing

The popularity of body piercings of all kinds is at an all-time high. Often, an infection forms in the area of the body part that has been pierced. Eyebrow piercings are increasingly popular and are often one of the first body parts (other than the ears) that a person chooses to have pierced. It is not difficult to take care of new piercings; it just requires a bit of know-how and a little work.

There are several guidelines for eyebrow piercings that, if followed, will prevent infections and allow your piercing (s) to heal correctly.

Always wash your hands with soap (antibacterial is best) before touching the eyebrow ring or piercing. This is extremely important and likely the most important step in preventing infection.

Clean the piercing daily and after anything you do that could cause dirt or irritants to get into the piercing. This includes dusting your home and especially smoking. Ideally, you should clean the piercing about 3 times a day.

Wash your piercing and ring with antibacterial soap on a cotton swab, making sure to remove any crustiness. Rinse well, and lightly pat dry with a clean paper towel. If you use a bath towel, you risk the spread of germs, snagging the ring, or getting lint into the piercing.

You may also use a salt water mix to clean out the piercing, making sure not to get any in your eyes. Mix the salt water into a squirt bottle (not a spray bottle). Put a towel under the piercing, and cover your eye to soak up the water as it runs off. Using the bottle, squirt salt water around the piercing from every direction. You should do this for several minutes, so you will either need a large bottle or several small ones. Rinse the piercing off with clear, clean water, and pat dry with a paper towel.

Do not use anything with alcohol, hydrogen peroxide or betadine on your piercing.

Take vitamin C (with doctor’s approval) to help fight off infection and to promote healing.

Do not wear makeup on or near the piercing. Makeup carries bacteria and could help cause an infection.

You should not swim until the piercing is completed healed. Tons of bacteria can be found in water and could cause infection.

If you have a barbell, you can use a soft-bristled new toothbrush with hot water to brush off any crusting.

Do not play with and/or twist your ring or barbell. You will only irritate the piercing, causing it to take longer to heal.

Leave the ring or barbell in place for at least 6 months so that the piercing does not close up.

Do not let anyone else touch the ring or barbell for any reason. You have enough germs and bacteria; you don’t need anyone else adding to it.

Do not sleep with your face down. You could snag the ring, and your pillow is filled with bacteria.

Continued redness or swelling means an infection is setting in. Return to your piercer immediately, or see a doctor.