If proper hygiene isn't followed, your risk of infection increases. You should carefully clean your ears as directed and wash your hands before touching your new piercings or changing the earrings.

These can damage the ear canal and lead to infections. - Don’t Over-Clean: Over-cleaning can strip the skin of its natural oils, causing dryness and irritation. Stick to a gentle routine. Use a saline ...

Ear piercing can cost £20 to £70 in the UK on average, but final prices may vary based on the type, location, and other factors. Nickel-based jewellery is often less expensive upfront, but its higher ...

Time to play it by ear. Long gone are the days of plain sterling silver studs and single-lobe piercings of our childhood, there’s now an abundance of piercing placements and earring trends to choose ...

You may hear crackling or popping in your ear if you have a middle ear infection, an issue with your eustachian tube, or another condition affecting the jaw or ear. Treatment depends on the ...

Pain behind the ear could be related to the ear itself or nearby structures that share a nerve supply with the ear. There are several possible causes of pain behind the ear that may be considered, ...

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A MUM is facing court, after refusing to pay a fine she received due to her daughter having her ears pierced. Helen Gent's daughter Lucille, 14, returned after the May half-term wearing "tiny ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Over-ear headphones are the kings of music listening. Sure, in-ear earbuds are great for carrying ...

Here’s how it works. The best over-ear headphones deliver a fully immersive audio experience, perfect for those who crave high-quality sound. Tailored for audio enthusiasts, these headphones ...

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