Ear piercings are trending more than ever. Everything from rows of cartilage rings to micro constellation piercings are gaining popularity and inspiring us to find new ways to customize our jewelry vibes.

This article includes a list of 12 ear piercing spots and what to expect when you have them pierced, followed by aftercare basics and additional pointers for cartilage piercings.

CONTENTS

·        What to Expect (from 12 Different Ear Piercing Locations)

·        Healing and Your New Piercing

o   -Lobe

o   -Orbital

o   -Transverse Lobe

o   -Conch

o   -Snug

o   -Tragus and Antitragus

o   -Helix

o   -Forward Helix

o   -Rook

o   -Daith

o   -Industrial

·        Normal Post Piercing Symptoms

·        Conclusion

What to Expect (from 12 Different Ear Piercing Locations)

This list includes a variety of ear piercings and what you can expect when getting a piercing in each area. A wide timeframe for healing is offered since everyone heals at different rates. A conversation with your piercer and some insight from previous healing experiences will be helpful in deciding your individual healing time.

LOBE

A vast majority of women have their earlobes pierced, and many men do as well. It is the most common piercing, and, not surprisingly, can heal relatively quickly and easily. It’s also the piercing that people wish to change the jewelry on most frequently. It’s vital to make sure that the piercing is fully healed before changing out your earrings, and even more so before wearing heavier earrings that can pull on the piercing. Wearing