Ans: An ear piercing means that you have got a wound. There are two kinds of wounds non infected wounds and infected wounds. Infected wounds should be treated with an antiseptic. A fresh ear piercing is however a non is however a non infected wound. Non infected wounds should be kept CLEAN, DRY and AIRY. So, first wash your hands thoroughly and then wash your pierced ear with liquid soap and a lot of clean running water, e.g. when having a shower. Then use a clean towel or Q-tips to dry the clean piercing. An alternative to soap and water are Blomdahl Ear Care cleansing swabs. Very practical if running water is not at hand. Blomdahl Ear Care cleansing swabs are available for purchase where you pierce your ears. If the piercing does become infected remove the ear piercing earring and cleanse with an antiseptic solution.