Make sure to keep your earrings clean at all times
. You might notice a discoloration in and around your ear piercing after prolonged use of a gold stud. This is a common incidence with 14k gold earrings, which have additional metal alloys that may cause dark marks on the skin. When discoloration happens, remove earrings and let your ears rest. Never weargold stud earringsin the shower, pool, or hot tub.