You can change your septum piercing
when it is fully healed
. However, we recommend that you wait as long as possible. For the most part, a septum piercing heals in 2 to 3 months, but it can take up to 6 to 8 months for certain people to fully heal.
Can I change my septum piercing after a month?
If you’ve had your septum pierced for more than 3 weeks, you can change the jewelry at any time
. However, we recommend using caution when changing the jewelry yourself to avoid injuring or re-opening the piercing site.
Can I change septum after 2 months?
You can change your septum piercing when it is fully healed
. However, we recommend that you wait as long as possible. For the most part, a septum piercing heals in 2 to 3 months, but it can take up to 6 to 8 months for certain people to fully heal.
How do you know when your septum is healed?
- it’s no longer tender.
- the minimum healing time has passed, usually at least 2 to 3 months.
- it’s no longer weepy or crusty.
How long do septum Crusties last?
Crusting is totally normal in the first
1 to 2 weeks
. After that, any crusting will probably be less crust and more, well, boogers. You can gently remove any built-up crust using plain warm water and a clean piece of gauze. You can also try gently soaking the area to help loosen up crusting.
How do you change your septum ring for the first time?
Can you change septum after 5 weeks?
As long as your septum piercing feels healed and isn’t sore you can most likely change it.
Are all septum balls the same size?
The most common gauge for septum piercings is 16 gauge (approx. 1.2mm thick), however, your piercer may decide to use a different gauge depending on your individual anatomy
. While 16G is the typical starter gauge, some people choose to size down to 18 gauge (approx. 1.0mm thick) or size up to 14 gauge (approx.
Is it hard to change a septum piercing?
A well healed septum nose piercing will loosen-up enough that it will be easy to switch jewelry
. Obviously it’s very individual, and changes from one person to another, but septum piercing healing time would normally take 6-8 weeks, and up to 6 months for a full healing.
Can I change my septum piercing myself?
If you remove your septum jewelry permanently, the hole will not be easily visible.
Changing out your own septum jewelry is simple
, and once you have the hang of it, you won’t usually need assistance with jewelry changeouts.
Can boogers infect a septum piercing?
Yes, the snot will feel like broken glass against your fresh piercing
. Septum piercings don’t take very long to heal. If your piercing is particularly hot, irritated or taking a long time to heal see your piercer immediately. It’s important to deal with any piercing infections or allergies head on!
What does a septum piercing say about you?
A septum piercing is
associated with people who want to set themselves apart
. Whether other people will like them for it, they wouldn’t really care. To this end, people with septum rings end up appearing as rebels without a care in the world, and any efforts to rein them in will simply result in a clash.
Should I twist my septum piercing?
The most important thing to do (other than keeping a cleaning regime) is to resist the urge to touch it.
Try not to play with it, spin it, rotate it, or grab at it
. This is not like the piercing you get while you’re at the mall, you don’t need to rotate the jewelry.
Should I pick the crust off my piercing?
Crusties need to be cleaned carefully and thoroughly whenever you notice them.
DO NOT pick the crusties off
—that’s just introducing your dirty hands to a healing piercing and can increase your risk of infection.
Why is my piercing hole black?
The cause of a gray or black piercing hole is usually
jewelry made with improper or inferior metals
that turn your skin black, gray, bluish-gray, or grayish-black in color. “Argyria” is the proper term for this condition caused by exposure to silver or silver compounds.
Is crust on a piercing good?
Crusting after body piercing is normal
—this might just be the result of your body trying to heal itself. While perfectly normal, these crusties should be cleaned carefully and thoroughly whenever you notice them.
Do both balls on a septum ring unscrew?
Yes, both of these balls should unscrew
. They may have been screwed on too tightly, in which case pliers will help unscrew them. If you are not able to use the item, please feel free to send it back for a full refund.
Can you get a hoop for your first septum piercing?
What Type of Jewelry Is Used for a Septum Piercing? “
A septum piercing should always be completed using either a horseshoe-shaped hoop or a circular hoop, also known as a CBR
,” says Sue. “The gauge normally is a 16 or 14g, and the diameter or size of the hoop depends on each person’s own personal anatomy.”
What size is a starter septum ring?
The most common gauge for a septum piercing is 16G or 16-gauge. However, the piercer you choose may go up or down in sizes based on your anatomy and preferences. While
16G is often the starter gauge
, some people go a size down (18 gauge) or a size up to 14G.
Why does my septum ring smell?
Septum rings which are made from poor quality metals
are more likely to cause irritation, reaction and bad smell. Coated metals will peel off over time, revealing the base metal which could cause a reaction with your skin. Always prefer septum rings made of best quality materials.
What can I replace my septum ball with?
If you lost the ball, it is important to try and keep the bar in the piercing. Things you can use short term to help are –
a piece of clean pencil eraser, Blutac or chewing gum
(as a last resort). Balls are more secure on internally threaded jewellery, but either way – Remember to check the ends regularly.
How do I know my septum size?
To find your Septum size, we recommend you
measure the inner diameter of a septum ring you already have
. With a pen, on a sheet of paper, mark the inner sides on opposite sides. Then take the ring away and measure the distance you have between both lines.
Can I use a septum ring for my nose?
By far, the two most common and most popular nose piercings are the nostril piercing and the septum piercing.
Both the nostril and the septum are excellent candidates for hoop ring jewelry
, with plenty of beautiful ring options available for both.
