What happens if your cartilage is pierced wrong?

It can result in permanent loss of ear cartilage and a poor cosmetic outcome. Other medical complications from high ear piercing/ear cartilage piercing include: allergic reactions to earrings, scarring and pull-through tears of the ear, and two medical conditions called pyogenic granuloma and keloid formation.

When should I downsize my flat piercing?

Your downsize is generally scheduled for anywhere between 2 – 8 weeks after having the piercing done, and in this time that channel won’t be entirely formed just yet and very, very delicate.

How tight should a piercing be?

For a hoop, it should be snug enough to wrap around, but not digging in. A hoop that is too tight will cause migration and issues, so you want snug but not tight. Septum- Septum piercings are about whatever you like the look of.

What type of earring back is best for cartilage?

Hoop earrings are well suited for all cartilage piercings except the rook, outer conch, auricle and orbital. Although a small hoop earring can fit the snug or inner conch location, they face upward so the hoop will fall back down onto your ear.

Why is there a bump on the back of my helix piercing?

A cartilage piercing creates an open wound. As it heals, it may look swollen, lumpy, or like a bump. In the days immediately following a cartilage piercing, the body’s immune system triggers inflammation and swelling to heal the wound, sometimes leading to a cartilage bump.

What are the risks of getting a helix piercing?

Any type of piercing poses a risk of complications, including:

• Allergic reactions. Some piercing jewelry — particularly pieces made of nickel — can cause allergic reactions.
• Oral complications.
• Skin infections.
• Other skin problems.
• Bloodborne diseases.
• Tearing or trauma.

What is downsizing a helix piercing?

Downsizing is the process of switching jewelry to a shorter post after the initial swelling has gone down after you get pierced. It’s important to downsize your jewelry in order to avoid potential complications, such as irritations, bumps, or odd angles as your piercing heals up.

Do you have to downsize helix?

Without downsizing a helix piercing, the longer jewelry can actually cause the piercing to migrate. This can cause irritation, crooked piercings, or even loss of the piercing itself. Initial jewelry left in for too long can also cause irritation bumps, which absolutely no one likes to deal with!

Is my helix healed?

How long does a helix piercing take to heal? Healing timelines will vary based on your specific piercing and your body, but you’ll know your ear is healed once any discharge, swelling, redness, flaking, or soreness stops.”

What is a forward helix?

Your forward helix is the small outer rim of cartilage at the top front of your ear. It’s directly across the ear from the normal helix. Forward helix piercings have been increasing in popularity – it’s a youthful, edgy look and works for multiple piercings.

Are flat back earrings better?

With flat back earrings, it’s the opposite. Flat back earrings create a cleaner look for your ear party. You won’t have any unsightly ear posts poking out from behind your ear, so your ear party is beautiful from every angle. Also, flat back earrings are super comfy to wear – there’s no long ear post to poke you.

Can you put a normal earring in a helix?

In some cases, you can use any type of earring for the cartilage piercing, such as hoops and posts. Yet, earrings made for cartilage are generally more comfortable. Cuffs: Cuffs work well for helix piercings. The cuff part of the earring curves around the ear cartilage.