Helix Piercing
A helix piercing is a type of ear cartilage piercing that is done on or near the upper rim of the ear. Many helix piercings done in the last 10-20 years were done directly through the rim of the cartilage, while we typically pierce just under the rim nowadays.
Helix piercings are typically started off with studs, although there are few instances where we can start them with rings, and then after they are fully healed can be changed to rings, have charms added to them, or can be connected to other piercings with chains.
When choosing which ear to get your helix piercing on, it is important to consider which side you can stay off of when sleeping for the entire healing period. Due to the placement, helix piercings have a higher chance of migration due to sleeping on than other cartilage piercings, although irritation and migration is definitely a possibility for any cartilage piercing. We recommend the use of a donut or travel pillow to sleep on so you can comfortably rest your healing ear inside the pillow and refrain from putting direct pressure on your new piercings.
Important Information
Healing Time (approximate): 6-12 months
Downsize: 6-8 weeks
Standard Jewelry Size: 16g
Standard Jewelry Style: Stud, preferably a flat-back labret post, although barbells can be used in some instances.
Minimum Age: 14, with parental consent. Click here for more information on our Age Policy.
Although healing times vary for all individuals, these are average time frames that most clients fall into. If you are still noticing swelling around your piercing after 8 weeks, we recommend coming in for a piercing consultation so our piercer can take a look at the piercing and assess the situation.
Some piercings require multiple downsizes in order to heal correctly and fit comfortably.
If you prefer the look of a thicker piercing, or have had trouble healing piercings in the past and want a more stable piercing, our piercers may be able to pierce you with a larger gauge than listed above, however; for safety and healing we will not pierce with anything smaller.