All about helix piercings:
Everything you need to know about Helix piercings
A helix piercing is an ear piercing that goes through the outer rim of the cartilage at the top of your ear. It's a popular piercing site because it accommodates various types of jewelry and has a low risk of rejection (when your body pushes a piercing out). Helix piercings are typically done with a thin, 1.2mm surgical steel needle.
How is a Helix piercing done?
Your piercer will mark the point on your ear where the needle will go in and out. Once you agree on the placement, they'll sterilize the area with alcohol. They'll then insert the needle through your ear and insert the jewelry. The entire process usually takes less than five minutes.
What kind of jewelry can I wear in a Helix piercing?
The most common type of jewelry worn in helix piercings is an ear stud or helix piercing. But you can also wear labret piercings, barbells, or captive bead rings . The type of jewelry you choose is really up to you and what you feel comfortable with. Be sure to check with your piercer beforehand whether changing jewelry is okay. The cartilage heals more slowly than your earlobe, so don't change your piercing for the first nine months. A well-healed piercing will only make you happy and will last a lifetime. So let your ear piercings heal properly.
Does getting a Helix piercing hurt?
All piercings hurt at least a little, but helix piercings are generally not too bad. You might feel a sharp sting when the needle goes through, but it only lasts a second. Afterward, you might feel some pressure or tenderness for a day or two as your piercing heals.
How long does it take for a Helix piercing to heal?
Most helix piercings take nine months to fully heal. During this time, it's important not to touch or tamper with your piercing, as this can lead to infection. You should also clean your piercing twice a day with saline solution, or even better, tea tree oil (1 drop to 2 drops of water), or soap and water to prevent infection. Healthcare providers generally recommend leaving new piercings alone until they're fully healed to prevent irritation (and possible infection). With proper care and nine months of patience, helix piercings can last a lifetime!
A helix piercing is an ear piercing that goes through the outer rim of the cartilage at the top of your earlobe—essentially, it's an earring on the top of your ear! Helix piercings are typically done with a thin, surgical steel needle and take nine months to fully heal. You can wear studs , hoops , barbells, or labret piercings in a helix piercing. Keep in mind that if you wear stud earrings , the piercing hole will become a bit narrower, as a standard piercing gauge is 1.2mm.
Be sure to check with your piercer beforehand if you want to change your jewelry . And finally, don't forget to clean your piercing twice a day with saline solution, tea tree oil, or soap and water while it heals! If you take good care of it, your helix piercing can last a lifetime!