Surgical steel spiral earrings are a popular choice for body piercings because they are durable, hypoallergenic, and easy to care for. However, it is important to clean and maintain your earrings regularly to prevent infection and keep them looking their best.
Cleaning and Disinfection
To clean your surgical steel spiral earrings, you will need:
A mild soap
Warm water
A soft cloth or cotton ball
A jewelry cleaning solution
1. Soak the earrings in warm soapy water. Fill a small bowl or glass with warm water and add a few drops of mild soap. Soak the earrings for 5-10 minutes to loosen any dirt or debris.
2. Use a soft cloth or cotton ball to gently clean the earrings. Dip a soft cloth or cotton ball into the soapy water and gently rub the earrings to remove any remaining dirt or debris. Be sure to clean both the front and back of the earrings.
3. Rinse the earrings thoroughly with warm water. Once the earrings are clean, rinse them thoroughly with warm water to remove any soap residue.
4. Dry the earrings completely. Dry the earrings completely with a clean, soft cloth or paper towel.
Jewelry Cleaning Solution
If your earrings are particularly dirty or have not been cleaned in a while, you may want to use a jewelry cleaning solution. Jewelry cleaning solutions are specifically designed to remove dirt, oil, and other debris from jewelry.
1. Follow the instructions on the jewelry cleaning solution bottle. Each jewelry cleaning solution will have its own specific instructions. Be sure to follow the instructions carefully to avoid damaging your earrings.
2. Rinse the earrings thoroughly with warm water. Once the earrings have been cleaned, rinse them thoroughly with warm water to remove any jewelry cleaning solution residue.
3. Dry the earrings completely. Dry the earrings completely with a clean, soft cloth or paper towel.
Disinfecting the Earrings
If you have a new piercing or if your earrings have been in contact with blood or other bodily fluids, it is important to disinfect them. To disinfect the earrings, you will need:
A rubbing alcohol solution
A cotton ball
A clean, soft cloth
1. Dip a cotton ball into the rubbing alcohol solution. Dip a cotton ball into the rubbing alcohol solution and squeeze out any excess.
2. Gently wipe the earrings with the cotton ball. Gently wipe the earrings with the cotton ball to disinfect them. Be sure to wipe both the front and back of the earrings.
3. Allow the earrings to air dry. Allow the earrings to air dry completely before putting them back in your ears.
Tips for Maintaining Your Earrings
Store your earrings in a clean, dry place. When you are not wearing your earrings, store them in a clean, dry place. This will help to prevent them from tarnishing or becoming damaged.
Avoid wearing your earrings in water. Chlorine and other chemicals in water can damage surgical steel earrings. Avoid wearing your earrings in the shower, pool, or ocean.
Remove your earrings before sleeping. Wearing your earrings while you sleep can cause them to become bent or damaged. Be sure to remove your earrings before going to bed.
Get your earrings professionally cleaned regularly. If you wear your surgical steel spiral earrings every day, it is important to get them professionally cleaned every 6-12 months. A professional cleaning will help to remove any dirt or debris that has accumulated on the earrings and will help to keep them looking their best.
