Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water
Mix a saline solution using sterile saline or 1/4 teaspoon non-iodized sea salt in 1 cup warm distilled water
Soak a clean cotton pad or gauze in the saline solution
Gently press the soaked pad against the nose stud and piercing for 5 to 10 minutes
Use a clean cotton swab to remove any softened debris around the stud
Rinse the area with clean warm water
Pat dry with a clean paper towel or gauze
Clean the nose stud twice daily
Avoid twisting, pulling, or removing the stud unless advised by a professional
Avoid alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and harsh soaps
Replace pillowcases and towels regularly
Seek professional help if you notice redness, swelling, pus, severe pain, or fever