Can you drink red wine after tongue piercing?

The alcohol and tannins in red wine can cause irritation and swelling to the healing piercing. Red wine can also thin the blood and lead to increased bleeding at the piercing site.

After a tongue piercing, it's important to avoid alcohol, spicy and hot foods, dairy products, and anything that can irritate the piercing site to ensure the piercing heals properly. It is also important to follow the aftercare instructions provided by your piercer.