How to Care for Your Flatback Piercing Jewelry

Jewelry & styling

A flatback earring is thoughtfully designed for lasting comfort, but like with any new piercing, it needs simple, consistent care to heal beautifully. At Labret, we view aftercare as a partnership—a calm, clear routine that supports your body’s natural healing process. Here’s a straightforward guide to caring for your piercing & new flatback jewelry, designed to feel manageable, not overwhelming.

What Makes Flatback Care Different (and Easier)

Simple Healing Routine

A confident healing journey starts with clarity. Follow our core steps to create a gentle, effective routine.

Clean Hands First

Always begin by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water. This simple, essential step protects your delicate new piercing from unnecessary bacteria.

Rinse in the Shower

Allow warm water to flow gently over the area during your daily shower. This helps rinse away any softened debris naturally. Afterwards, pat the area dry carefully with a clean, disposable paper towel.The flatback design isn’t just about comfort—it actively simplifies your aftercare.

Gentle Cleaning

Spray directly onto the front and back of your piercing with your complimentary aftercare spray twice daily. The smooth, flat disc of the flatback jewelry is easy to clean—it has no hidden crevices where buildup can occur. There’s no need to rotate or move the jewelry; leave it be and let the saline mist do the work.

No Snagging

The smooth, low-profile back is far less likely to catch on hair, towels, or clothing. This means fewer accidental tugs, which are a common source of irritation during healing.

Easier Drying

The flat surface allows you to dry the area gently and completely, helping you avoid the damp environment where bacteria can thrive.

Less Manipulation

Because the jewelry is so secure and comfortable, you’ll be less tempted to touch or fiddle with it. Leaving it alone is one of the most powerful things you can do for smooth healing.

Long-Term Care for Your Healed Piercing

Once your piercing has begin to heal, your flatback will continue to be a comfortable, reliable part of your daily wear. By design, they are not meant to be changed regularly, they're meant to be a part of your look that you forget you're even wearing. A little mindful care ensures it stays as radiant as the day you put it in.

Occasional Cleaning

For day-to-day maintenance, a quick rinse under water during your shower is usually all that’s needed to keep it clean and fresh.

Changing Your Tops

One of the joys of the flatback system is personalizing your look. To change your decorative top, gently pull the existing one straight off the post. To attach a new one, youll want to slightly bend the pin of the new front you are inserting, and then align it to push firmly into the post until you feel it securely in place. If you’re ever unsure, we’re always here to help in the studio—it’s a quick, easy process we’re happy to guide you through.

Listen to Your Body

Your body will tell you what it needs. If you ever feel persistent irritation or notice changes, it may be time for a professional checkup. We offer free lifetime checkups for this exact reason—to be your trusted resource for any question, at any stage.

Remember, the goal of aftercare isn’t complexity. It’s about creating a calm, clean environment that allows your body to do its best work. Your flatback is thoughtfully designed to make that process as straightforward and comfortable as possible. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

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