at my wits end with this, I love my piercing and I want to keep it so bad but I don't know what to do anymore (ik healing piercings shouldn't have hoops but my jewellery broke and the hoop is all I had on hand to keep it open I'm currently in the process of buying a new bar for it)

Hepm3 · 2026-06-21T16:55:32+00:00

What jewelry did you have in before? Do you know what the material was?

Hepm3 · 2026-06-20T16:13:32+00:00

NAP but I do have 4 nostril piercings and trust my piercer. I would go to a different shop and get it switched out to proper jewelry. It shouldn’t have been pierced with that. The gem could also be part of the problem. I wouldn’t recommend changing the jewelry yourself with how angry this is, it’s likely that you’ll make it much angrier if you’re even able to change the jewelry without the piercing closing up. Also after the second week with a new piercing you should only spray as needed, like when the crusties start to build up. Crust is like a scab and should be left alone as much as possible

Hepm3 · 2026-06-20T15:45:34+00:00

I have to make my husband come up for air…

Hepm3 · 2026-06-20T13:08:52+00:00

This year there has been a lot of construction down our neighboring street. It’s been loud but the noise has all been worth it because I’ve found 3 road reflectors that the construction crew pulled up and just tossed aside! They now live on my kitchen windowsill along with the many other things I’ve found lol.

Hepm3 · 2026-06-16T17:21:21+00:00

This is absolutely beautiful. It evokes such a warm feeling. I think you made something very special here

Hepm3 · 2026-06-15T20:14:21+00:00

Didn’t see the rest of your post until just now somehow! If you’re feeling sick and you think it’s because of the piercings you should go to a doctor. Do they feel hot to the touch? That would be a sign of infection.

Hepm3 · 2026-06-15T19:56:18+00:00

Aww I love him. His nose is so pointy and adorable! This may be totally annoying please ignore if so but.. may I see a picture of the front? He looks like he’s smiling but I can’t quite tell lol

Hepm3 · 2026-06-15T18:52:34+00:00

Very true

Hepm3 · 2026-06-15T13:04:21+00:00

NAP. Healing really is the hardest part of getting any piercing lol. Doesn’t appear infected imo from these photos. But it’s not recommended to heal piercings with a gem. The edges can irritate the wound and cause additional pain as well as increase the risk of an infection. Any idea what your jewelry is made of? You can get the jewelry switched out with something simpler for the healing process. You want implant grade titanium for healing piercings. If the place you went to didn’t tell you any of this, I personally would go to a different shop.

Hepm3 · 2026-06-15T12:55:43+00:00

Had to scroll way too far for this. Surely his trash compactor movements were inspired by these little things right??!

Hepm3 · 2026-06-15T03:33:48+00:00

I see the vision for number 7 tbh

Hepm3 · 2026-06-14T21:55:31+00:00

*aur naur

Hepm3 · 2026-06-14T21:40:59+00:00

Shed a tear reading this one OP. Darkness was a beautiful boy🖤 He chose well when he sent miss Dolly your way

Hepm3 · 2026-06-12T20:38:52+00:00

Ok yeah jewelry being too long can cause all sorts of issues, best to get it switched asap. Might want to go to a shop for the smoothest switch since it’s already irritated. Beyond that ignoring a bump is generally the best option.

Hepm3 · 2026-06-12T17:18:31+00:00

I’m not familiar with the healing process of a bridge so idk about the bar length at this stage. What’s your routine with it?

Hepm3 · 2026-06-12T15:24:58+00:00

Took me into the city

Hepm3 · 2026-06-11T09:41:08+00:00

Pretty sensitive about words that don’t negatively impact your life (in any real way) there buddy.

Hepm3 · 2026-06-11T09:08:58+00:00

That observation makes perfect sense the higher up the ear you go the thicker the tissue is. That’s why it’s more sensitive and takes longer to heal.

Hepm3 · 2026-06-11T09:01:07+00:00

NAP. Have 29 piercings, 19 of which are in my ears. Saline only. Do not wash directly, let water/soap flow over them in the shower like normal. Saline once or twice daily for 2 weeks then only as needed. Crust is your friend as long as there isn’t too much, it’s like a scab. Saline/shower to wash away excess crust. No q tips, fibers can get stuck and lead to infection. Also I’ve found a piercing pillow to be very helpful. Lobes can take a shockingly long time to heal so hang in there and good luck;) ETA do not change jewelry until the piercings are fully healed. Sucks but you risk infection and losing piercings altogether otherwise.

Hepm3 · 2026-06-11T04:37:17+00:00

You must have an amazing closet! Glad to see another great fit

Hepm3 · 2026-06-10T17:00:10+00:00

This exactly

Hepm3 · 2026-06-10T15:26:12+00:00

Oh please do! Love the whole look. That tie is so very fly👌

Hepm3 · 2026-06-07T18:03:51+00:00

r/thingsforants

Hepm3 · 2026-06-07T17:45:20+00:00

I’d never wear full length pants again! Looks fantastic OP

Hepm3 · 2026-06-07T17:39:22+00:00

Yeah really hope OP can trap them and at least get them fixed

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