After Care

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Ensure you wash your hands thoroughly before touching or cleaning your piercing. Do not rotate the jewelry through the piercing. To clean, we suggest using a cold compress and the saline spray we offer at the studio. Soak a non-woven gauze pad with the saline spray solution and apply it directly to the piercing for 10 minutes. Rinse the area after to remove any residue, but do not use sink water. It is recommended to use clean, disposable paper products to pat the area dry as cloth towels can potentially harbor bacteria and cause harm to the jewelry and piercing area. While spraying the area with the solution is acceptable, using a cold compress has a higher success rate of removing debris and aiding in the overall aftercare process. Never use a q-tip on your piercing as cotton fibers can hinder the healing process.

HOW TO MAINTAIN A HEALTHY PIERCING

During the initial stage of the piercing, you may experience bleeding, localized swelling, tenderness, or bruising, which is normal. As the healing process progresses, you may notice some discoloration, itching, and secretion of a whitish-yellow fluid, which is not pus, but forms a crust on the jewelry. The tissue around the jewelry may also tighten as it heals.

After the healing process is complete, the jewelry may not move freely in the piercing, but do not force it. If you do not clean your piercing regularly, normal but smelly bodily secretions may accumulate. Even a fully healed piercing can shrink or close in a short time, so it is essential to keep the jewelry in place to avoid this from happening.

To maintain a healthy piercing, always wash your hands before touching it, and avoid rotating the jewelry during the healing process. It is safe to exercise during this time, but listen to your body. Clean and change your bedding regularly, and wear clean, comfortable, and breathable clothing while sleeping. Showers are preferable to baths, as bathtubs can harbor bacteria. If you take a bath, make sure to clean it thoroughly before use and rinse off your piercing when you get out. Be patient throughout the healing process and keep cleaning the piercing until it is entirely healed.

• THINGS TO AVOID
• Refrain from using alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, antibacterial soaps, iodine, or any harsh products as they can harm your cells. Also, avoid ointments that hinder necessary air circulation.
• Avoid using Bactine®, ear care solutions, and other products that contain Benzalkonium Chloride (BZK) as they can be irritating and are not intended for long-term wound care.
• Do not clean excessively, as this can delay healing and irritate your piercing.
• Do not subject your piercing to undue trauma, such as friction from clothing, excessive motion of the area, playing with the jewelry, and rigorous cleaning. These activities can cause unsightly and uncomfortable scar tissue, migration, prolonged healing, and other complications.
• Avoid all oral contact, rough play, and contact with bodily fluids of others on or near your piercing during the healing period.
• Refrain from stress and recreational drug use, including excessive caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol.
• Do not submerge the piercing in unhygienic bodies of water such as lakes, pools, and hot tubs. If you must, use a waterproof wound sealant bandage, which is available at most drugstores.
• Avoid all beauty and personal care products on or around the piercing, including cosmetics, lotions, and sprays.
• Avoid hanging charms or any object from your jewelry until the piercing is fully healed.
• Do not sleep directly on a healing cartilage piercing, as it can cause irritation and even shift the piercing's angle. Instead, place a travel pillow on top of your pillow and then place your ear in the opening to avoid this.

Hints and Tips for Piercing Care:

Jewelry:

• Keep your initial jewelry in place for the entire healing period unless there is a problem with size, style, or material. Seek the help of a qualified piercer for any necessary jewelry changes during healing.
• If you need to remove your metal jewelry temporarily, such as for a medical procedure, contact your piercer for removal of jewelry and then again for the reinstall.
• Always leave jewelry in place. Even healed piercings can close or shrink in minutes.
• Check the threaded and threadless ends of your jewelry regularly for tightness with clean hands or paper products.
• To remove a piercing, simply remove the jewelry or have a professional piercer remove it and continue cleaning the piercing until it closes. A small mark may remain in most cases.
• If an infection is suspected, high-quality jewelry or an inert alternative can be left in place with physician approval to allow for drainage. Removing the jewelry may seal the infection inside the piercing channel and cause an abscess.

General:

• Avoid harsh cleaning products, over-cleaning, and undue trauma to the piercing area.
• Keep your bedding and clothing clean and comfortable, and protect your piercing while sleeping.
• Avoid all oral contact, rough play, and contact with bodily fluids during healing.
• Avoid stress, recreational drugs, and submerging the piercing in unhygienic bodies of water.
• Avoid using any beauty or personal care products on or around the piercing, and avoid hanging charms or objects from your jewelry.
• For cartilage piercings, avoid sleeping directly on the piercing by using a travel pillow.

Ear Lobe and ear cartilage piercings, as well as facial piercings:

• To avoid irritation, use the "t-shirt trick": cover your pillow with a clean t-shirt and flip it over each night, so you have a fresh surface to sleep on.
• Keep anything that comes into contact with your piercing clean, such as phones, headphones, glasses, helmets, and hats.
• If you're getting a new haircut or styling your hair, be gentle around the piercing and let your stylist know about it.

For ear lobes and eyebrow piercings, make sure to wash your hands before touching the piercing and avoid touching it unnecessarily during the healing period as it can prolong the healing time. Rotating the jewelry is also not necessary during this time. When cleaning, use running shower water to flush the piercing and there is no need to remove the jewelry unless you are replacing it with another.

Piercings in cartilage, nostril, conch, daith, tragus, rook, helix, and septum require extra care as cartilage has a poor blood supply, making the healing process slower than soft tissue piercings. Clean these piercings no more than twice a day to avoid drying and irritation. It can take anywhere from 6 months to a year for the piercing to fully heal. Consistent cleaning is important, as even a small bump can form if the piercing is not properly cared for. If a small bump appears, don't panic, as it may just be caused by dirt or a foreign substance. Continue to clean the piercing regularly. Take extra caution when styling your hair around these piercings.

In the first 72 hours after getting a lip (labret) piercing, expect some swelling. The first week is crucial, so avoid consuming spicy or acidic foods, sharing body fluids, and drinking alcohol. Additionally, refrain from sucking on hard candy, a straw, or smoking, as this may exert pressure inside your mouth and damage the healing tissue. After every meal, rinse your mouth with a non-alcoholic mouthwash.

We welcome you to drop by during our business hours for an aftercare consultation without an appointment. This way, we can check your piercings and determine if they are ready for downsizing. We suggest waiting for at least 4-6 weeks for lobe and lip piercings and 4-8 weeks for helix piercings to ensure proper healing of the piercing area. If we find during the consultation that your piercing is ready for downsizing, we will do our best to assist you. However, if you anticipate needing help with inserting or removing jewelry from our vendors or downsizing post backings, we recommend scheduling a "JuLry Shopping" appointment, which is available Wednesday-Monday and can be booked on our website https://julhead.com/appointments-1

We do not perform piercings on individuals under the age of 18. Our services are only available to adults who are 18 years or older.

The purpose of the deposit is to reserve your selected time frame and the services you require. It will be credited towards your final total and will not be forfeited unless you violate our Appointment Policy. This includes cancelling within less than a 24-hour notice, arriving more than 10 minutes late, or failing to show up altogether. Let's say, for example, that Client A wants to get a pair of Lobe piercings with simple starter studs at $80 each, which adds up to a total of $160+tax. Their deposit will be used to reduce the final total accordingly. Similarly, Client B selects a pair of starter studs for Lobes and a showpiece for their Helix, and the final total will depend only on the JuLry price and tax, with their deposit being deducted from the final amount. Essentially, the deposit serves as a guarantee that you will keep your appointment, as no one likes to be stood up.

We acknowledge that unexpected events can arise, hindering your ability to make it to your appointment. Nevertheless, because of our appointment-only services, canceling without sufficient notice would prevent us from booking another appointment for someone else in that time slot. Hence, we strongly urge our clients to be serious and committed to their appointment. We value our time and staff as much as we value our clients, and we have operational costs to cover, as well as our staff's welfare to consider. Thank you for your understanding.

The short answer is no. Oftentimes, jewelry purchased from a store may not be suitable for initial piercings. For us to pierce you, we need to know the exact type of material, company, and mill certifications. We feel most comfortable using pieces purchased directly from us in the past or during a future visit and from companies we currently carry such as BVLA, Modern Mood, Pupil.Hall, Junipurr, Buddha Jewelry, Body Gems, Norvoch, Quetzalli, Regalia, and LeRoi.

In addition, many pieces of jewelry are hand-made and may break during the sterilization process. We would be devastated if we damaged a piece of jewelry that has sentimental value to you.

We advise waiting for two months before changing your JuLry for the first time. It's important to keep JuLry in the piercing at all times to prevent closure. To ensure a smooth transition, we recommend having a professional assist you with the first change and provide tips for future changes. If you plan on switching to a ring, we suggest waiting for six months to allow for proper healing before making the transition. While it may seem like a lengthy wait, our top priority is ensuring the health and healing of your piercing.

To schedule an appointment at JuLhead, you can visit our website and click on the "Appointments" tab to see our available services. We allocate 30 minutes for each appointment to ensure that our clients have enough time to ask questions and choose their JuLry. We do not accept appointments through any other means than our website, but you can send us a message using the chat bubble on the right-hand side of the page.

For piercings, we are still by appointment only, but we do welcome walk-ins whenever possible.

We need to clarify that we only accept walk-ins for piercing services when time permits and no other appointments are scheduled during your visit.

Whether you're browsing our stunning JuLry selection or just want to check out our studio, we'd be delighted to have you. If you're simply shopping for JuLry and don't need our staff's assistance with insertion or removal, then feel free to pop in anytime without an appointment. However, if you're looking for piercing services or jewelry fittings, we do recommend scheduling an appointment to ensure that our team can provide you with the highest quality care and attention. Trust us, your satisfaction is our top priority and we'll do everything we can to make your visit to JuLhead a truly unforgettable experience.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

No. It's highly recommended to avoid communal bodies of water, such as lakes, oceans, swimming pools, hot tubs, and saunas for at least a month after getting a new piercing done. This precaution is important for the proper healing of the piercing.

It can be easy to confuse an infection with irritation when it comes to your piercing. However, it's important to note that only a doctor can accurately diagnose an infection and it must be treated promptly. Infections are typically accompanied by severe pain and a fever.

On the other hand, irritation can manifest as redness or a small bump, sometimes with minimal discharge. If you're concerned about your piercing's healing progress, you're welcome to visit us for an examination. It's important not to remove the jewelry if you suspect an infection, as it can trap bacteria and worsen the situation.

We're delighted to assist you with any queries related to piercing. Don't hesitate to reach out to us, and we'll be more than glad to answer all your inquiries regarding safe and secure piercing procedures. Feel free to send us a message anytime!

We apologize for the inconvenience caused by our inability to answer your call. 

We realize that getting a piercing can be a nerve-wracking experience, and the sound of a ringing phone can add to the stress and create an anxious feeling. Moreover, it can disrupt an enjoyable experience.

To ensure a comfortable and hassle-free environment for our clients, we encourage everyone to send us a message. This will enable us to assist you with minimal interruptions and provide the necessary support to make the process as smooth as possible.