Why’s Everyone Acting Like Alcohol Swabs Are ‘For Beginners’??

Sterility matters always, not just when you’re new.

Infection risk doesn’t disappear with more cycle experience.

Veteran or not, clean skin prevents nasty injection problems.

Swabs cost nothing compared to treating painful abscesses.

Basics aren’t beginner moves; they’re lifelong safety habits.

Even pros wipe down because bacteria doesn’t discriminate.

Skipping swabs flexes ego, not actual smart practice.

Clean prep equals smoother injections and fewer post-shot worries.

Hygiene stays mandatory no matter your gear history.

Sterile technique is discipline, not some rookie ritual.

Alcohol swabs prevent mistakes everyone thinks won’t happen.

Infections happen fastest when people think they’re advanced.

Real veterans respect basics because they’ve seen consequences.

Swabbing takes seconds, infections take weeks to fix