7 Effective Home Remedies To Heal New Ear Piercing

By Yashika Goel
11 Jan 2025, 12:00 IST

New ear piercings during winter are more prone to cause redness, irritation, and skin infections. It can cause swollen earlobes for 3-5 days. Tap to read the effective home remedies to heal new ear piercings.

Turmeric and coconut oil paste

Take a pinch of turmeric powder and add it to the 1-2 tablespoons of lukewarm coconut oil. Apply this to your earlobe and let it dry. Apply this 2-3 times a day.

Saltwater solution

Mix a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water and gently wipe your skin using a cotton ball. Salt is rich in antimicrobial properties that help soothe irritation.

Tea tree oil

Tea tea pil has antibacterial properties that help soothe irritated skin. Dilute the tea tree oil using water and apply it using a cotton swab.

Aloe vera gel

Aloe vera gel is packed with antiseptic and medicinal properties. Extract fresh aloe vera gel and apply it to the earlobe to reduce swelling.

Desi ghee

Heat the ghee to a lukewarm temperature and apply it to your earlobe. This helps soothe the pain and redness. Use this 1-2 times a day.

Apply petroleum jelly

Clean the area with saline solution and apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly on both sides of the earlobe. This helps keep skin moisturised.

Turmeric and mustard oil

Heat the mustard oil to a lukewarm temperature and add a pinch of turmeric powder. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties that help soothe irritation. Use this 1-2 times a day.

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This is generic information, and it is always advisable to consult a dermatologist for expert advice. It is always advisable to do a patch test before applying anything to your earlobe.