It's not surprising then that many people are keen to get them into their new piercings, but that's not a good idea. Hoops can irritate some piercings before they're ready for curved jewellery (Image: Getty Images/Tetra images RF)įrom earrings to nose rings and conch hoops, hoops are one of the most popular forms of jewellery. If it twists when you clean it with a cotton bud, then that's fine but you don't need to. 'You've got germs and bacteria on your hands as soon as you do that and start twisting it, you're putting bacteria into the piercing. The experienced piercer explained: 'One of the main reasons for not twisting it every day is because you're normally twisting it with your fingers.

'One of the classic ones people always say is 'do I do a twist every day?' No, you don't,' said Matthew. Needing to twist your new piercing is a common myth that Metal Morphosis sees all the time as people believe it helps the piercing heal better.

Like any open wound, we should be keeping bacteria clear from new piercings - and that means not introducing germs in a bid to heal it faster.

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The expert piercer and his son Ben - who run the studio together - have told The Mirror five key things you should know for a smooth healing journey. In fact, Matthew Harris, 59, of Metal Morphosis, has been piercing for 30 years has busted a few common myths and pointed out more little-known rules - like why 'fashion' jewellery is a no-no and the reason you should wait to wear hoops. Whether it's your first or your twelfth piercing, it won't hurt to refresh your aftercare knowledge. While collecting piercings is a fun way to change up your look, the aftercare process requires long-term care and attention. Getting a fresh piercing is a thrilling event, but in our excitement, we may be doing more harm than good, warns one expert.

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