Body Candy What if you change your mind...?

 "If you don't like something change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude." 

 -Maya Angelou 

Stretched ears are iconic af. They're a huge part of my personal aesthetic (I have no plans to change that any time soon), but I also acknowledge that I have passed the "point of no return" when it comes to my lobes. That's not a bad thing - it just means if I decide to stop wearing plugs, even after my ear shrinks up, I'll still have the look of what was once a stretched ear.

I'm not sure I'll ever pursue it... But if you're "outgrown" the stretched ear look or are looking to move past that part of your life, there is a procedure you can get to "repair" your stretched ears. Here's what I found out:

Today's Topics:

- You might have to dig around locally (or not locally) to find someone who provides this procedure. Not every piercing studio or professional piercer might offer this service... So be patient and thorough!

- It's a little bit invasive, but it's relatively quick... About 20 to 30 minutes. Expect some local anesthesia, scalpels, stitching, and bandages. Most people report it's pretty painless!

- One thing to note - you won't be able to get your ear wet for about 48 hours... So make sure you wash your hair and do a bit of self-care before you head into the procedure.

- There is a chance of scarring - but a stretched ear hole is already a different kind of scar to begin with. Depending on the scar tissue, you may even be able to get your ears re-pierced once you've fully healed.

- This is just preliminary look at this procedure! I am NOT a professional piercer, so I'd love to hear from anyone who has experience with stretched lobe repair or any piercers who perform this procedure.

Feel free to reach out to DearAlley@bodycandy.com to let me know your personal experiences.

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