Can you put any earrings in a helix piercing?
You may wear only a single cartilage earring, and that’s the main reason for which you may buy them as singular pieces most of the time. You may wear it on the upper part of your ear, aka the “cartilage.”
What size hoop do I need for a helix piercing?
The most common gauge for a helix piercing is 16 gauge, although some are done at 14 gauge instead. If you did not go to a piercer to have it professionally done, and instead had your ear pierced anywhere that uses a piercing gun, then the gauge you wear may be smaller than the standard size.
What hoops are best for helix piercing?
When it comes to helix earrings, most people go for captive bead rings, seamless rings, or labret studs. Captive bead rings are a great option because of their unique combination of style and function.
How long does a helix piercing take to close?
How Long Does A Helix Piercing Take To Close? Like a lobe, helix piercings can take as long as six months to fully heal. During this period, the hole can close up quickly if the jewellery is removed.
Can cartilage be pierced with a hoop?
It is possible to get pierced with a ring in your cartilage or nose straight away so the answer is yes, we can pierce you with a ring! Other popular areas to have pierced with rings are the helix, nipple, conch, lip, eyebrow and navel/belly. You may have heard that you should not pierce with rings.
What length are helix bars?
As a helix is typically one of the first cartilage piercings most people get, labrets and barbells are commonly used in this area of the ear. The bar length you need will depend on your skin thickness and piercing location, recommended lengths are usually 6mm or 8mm.
How long until I can put a hoop in my cartilage?
Once you have finished your healing period, it’s important to choose a safe metal for your next earrings. Because your ears won’t yet be ready to support heavy, chunky earrings, we recommend switching to a simple stud or a very light hoop earring for at least 6 months after your piercing has healed.
Is it better to get a stud or hoop for helix?
What jewellery should you get? I wanted to get my forward helix pierced with a hoop, but the piercer recommended getting a bar instead, because hoops are more susceptible to infection. This is because bacteria can get caught in the curve and then be moved around the ear into the hole.
When can I change my helix piercing?
2-3 months
Usually after 2-3 months this is adequate time to change a helix piercing. Don’t leave it longer, this leaves a window of opportunity open where you are more likely to catch your piercing and then go through all the swelling again and delaying your downsize.
How tight should a helix piercing be?
Helix- Fully healed helix piercings often wear a fairly snug fit. This means a short post where the backing and front touch the ear, or for a hoop, one with a snug diameter that has a little bit of hang. With hoops, they often won’t stick straight out unless they are too tight.