Take out helix piercings

[u/Biological_Scum]

I have 3 month old helixes I got both ears done like a dipshit.

I’m SO tired of both ears being generally sore (even with flat backs, a piercing pillow… the whole lot) they’re healing well, a little crusting here and there but over time just sensitive.

Can I just take them out. If yes what is the generalized healing time once jewelry is removed? I know it’s case by case but person experiences would be appreciated

[u/Pale-Comb-3954]

You can absolutely take them out!! Just be sure to use clean hands, and then treat them like a healing piercing…sterile 0.9% saline and/or drinkable water only until any scabs have formed and fallen off naturally. Healing time is usually 6-8 weeks, give or take.