{"title":"Retainer Jewellery","description":"\u003cp\u003ePiercing retainers are clear, low-profile pieces designed to keep your piercing open when you can't wear visible jewellery. SkinKandy's retainer collection includes options for placements like the \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/septum-rings\"\u003eseptum\u003c\/a\u003e, nostril, lip and ear, made from materials like glass, acrylic and bioflex. They're a practical choice for work, sports, medical appointments or any situation where you need your piercing to stay discreet without losing the hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are piercing retainers made of?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePiercing retainers are typically made from glass, acrylic or bioflex. These materials are chosen because they're clear or skin-toned, making the retainer virtually invisible once it's in place. Glass retainers are autoclavable and smooth, acrylic is lightweight and affordable, and bioflex is flexible enough to suit curved placements like the \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/nose-jewellery\"\u003enose\u003c\/a\u003e or lip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCan I wear a retainer in a fresh piercing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not recommended to swap your initial jewellery for a retainer while your piercing is still healing. Your piercing specialist will fit you with the best piece for healing on the day, and changing it too early can cause irritation or slow down the process. If you know you'll need a retainer for work or school, mention this at your appointment so your specialist can plan around your \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/blogs\/news\/the-average-healing-time-by-piercing-type\"\u003ehealing timeline\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWill a retainer keep my piercing from closing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a retainer will hold your piercing channel open while keeping the jewellery as discreet as possible. It's a much safer option than removing your jewellery entirely, especially for piercings that tend to close quickly like the nostril or \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/labret-collections\"\u003elip\u003c\/a\u003e. Just make sure the retainer fits your gauge and length so it sits comfortably without putting pressure on the area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do I clean a piercing retainer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean your retainer the same way you'd care for any piercing jewellery. Glass retainers can be soaked in saline solution and are safe to autoclave. Acrylic and bioflex retainers should be gently cleaned with saline and air dried. Follow the same \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/post-piercing-aftercare-guide\"\u003eaftercare steps\u003c\/a\u003e you'd use for your regular jewellery to keep the area healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBook a piercing at SkinKandy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help choosing the right retainer for your piercing? Visit your nearest SkinKandy studio and speak with our \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/skinkandy-piercing-menu\"\u003epiercing specialists\u003c\/a\u003e about the best option for your placement and lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"glass-retainer-nose-twist","title":"Glass Retainer Nose Twist","description":"These \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/skinkandy.com\/product-category\/retainers\/\"\u003eretainers\u003c\/a\u003e are made from a high quality borosilicate glass, and are hypoallergenic which makes them very healthy for long-term wear. 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