Putting in hoop earrings can be tricky, especially if you're new to them. Here's a step-by-step guide:
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Prepare Your Ear and the Earring: Make sure your earlobe and the earring are clean. This helps prevent infection and allows the earring to slide in more easily.
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Hold the Earring: Hold the hoop earring in your dominant hand.
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Insert the Bar: Carefully insert the post (the straight part) of the hoop earring through the front of your ear piercing. Try to avoid forcing it, as this can cause irritation or tearing.
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Align and Secure (For Endless Hoops):
- Using your non-dominant hand, gently guide the back of the hoop towards the post protruding from the back of your ear.
- Carefully align the post with the hollow tube on the other side of the hoop.
- Gently push the post into the tube. You should hear a "click" indicating that it's securely fastened. This type is called an endless hoop.
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Align and Secure (For Hinged/Click-in Hoops):
- This type of hoop will have a hinged post that clicks into a secure fitting on the other side of the hoop.
- Simply guide the post into the fitting and gently click it shut.
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Check for Security: Gently tug on the earring to make sure it's securely fastened. If it feels loose, re-adjust and try again.
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Clean Regularly: Clean your hoop earrings regularly with rubbing alcohol to prevent infection.
Tips for a Smooth Insertion:
- Lubricate: If you're having trouble, try lubricating the post with a tiny bit of petroleum jelly or ear piercing aftercare solution.
- Mirror: Use a mirror, especially when you are first learning.
- Patience: Be patient and gentle. Forcing the earring can damage your ear.
- Angle: Experiment with different angles to find the one that works best for your piercing.
- Check the back of the earring: Make sure the opening or clasp is free of debris or kinks that may prevent insertion.
