It is highly recommended that your ear be pierced by a professional, so you are more likely to not get infected and be more pleased with the results. It can be said, piercing your ears at home is relatively easy to do, as long as you do not get sick, have the right tools, and adhere to safe precautions. This article will only show you how to pierce your ear lobe, because you should not pierce your cartilage at home.
After the piercing, it is important to care for the ear properly to heal completely before starting wearing earrings and pendants that have been waiting in your jewelry box. If your ear is infected, you should let the piercing pit close again. Learn how to care for a newly pierced ear and watch for signs that indicate that you need medical care.