(You need to use one ear to sleep on, use the phone, etc.) Suggested initial jewelry is usually a 16 gauge press-fit titanium post from Neometal, which you can get get with anything from a basic, plain ball to ornate gold and diamond ends-and everything in-between. (If you plan on wearing a ring after healing, let your piercer know, as he or she may adjust the angle of the initial piercing.) Multiple helix piercings can be done on the same ear, but because of the long healing time we don't recommend getting two cartilage piercings on different ears in one sitting. The piercing through the helix toward the front of the ear is usually referred to as a forward helix.Īt Infinite, we usually suggest starting with a post for healing, as healing cartilage piercings is often difficult. The outer helix piercing usually refers to piercings through the helix, from above the earlobe to the top of the ear. The helix is the ridge of cartilage running around the edge of the pinna, or external part of the ear. Surface Piercings & Anchors Arrow Right Icon.Aftercare, Apparel, Media & Gifts Arrow Right Icon.In Europe, getting your helix pierced ranges from €20 – €50.In the UK, getting your helix pierced ranges from £18 – £55.In the US, getting your helix pierced ranges from $20 – $60.Always insist on quality and go for gold, titanium or surgical steel you won’t have issues. Keep in mind any metal sensitivities you have while purchasing jewelry. Labret studs and barbells of all kinds are trendy options as well, just be careful to get one that’s fitted to avoid snagging. The most traditional option is a hoop that wraps around the outer ear. There is a wide variety of suitable jewelry for helix piercings. Saline sprays are ideal for cleaning your piercing on a busy day. Use sea salt in your saline solution at home for a gentle piercing cleaner. Read more about ear piercing aftercare rules.
Saline sprays can be found in piercing shops or online and they’re easy to throw in your bag at a moment’s notice. If you’re on-the-go, saline spray is a great alternative to saline solution. Be careful not to move your jewelry around as you clean your piercing. Gently hold the saline pad on your piercing to dislodge any crusted debris.
Soak a clean pad or towel in your saline solution. Your new piercing cleaner is ready for use! Grab a gallon of distilled water and mix in four tablespoons of sea salt (not table salt). Saline solution is recommended to clean your piercing because it is gentle and easy to prepare at home.
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To avoid these risks, choose a professional piercer and make sure you use quality jewelry in your piercing.