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Docs, what's a saline solution that would be suitable to clean lobe piercings with? any possible diy solutions?
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I prefer: Hydrogen peroxide mixed 1:1 with water for cleaning piercings but there are many options. i find the peroxide followed by application of aquaphor or topical antibiotic works well to prevent infection. Remember it is best to get sterile piercings, not ones at the mall
Answered 9/28/2016
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