What size is a helix pierced with?
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.
How many mm should a helix earring be?
JEWELRY TYPE
| Standard Hoop Inner Diameter | |
|---|---|
| Ear Cartilage (Helix, Tragus, Lobe, etc.) | 5/16″ (8mm) |
| Earlobe (Main, 2nd, 3rd) | 5/16″ (8mm) |
| Earhead, Thin Helix (Hole near the edge) | 1/4″ (6-6.5mm) |
| Conch | 3/8″-1/2″ (10mm-12mm) |
How do you treat an inflamed helix piercing?
If you aren’t experiencing severe symptoms, you may be able to use the following methods to treat your cartilage bump at home.
- You may need to change your jewelry.
- Make sure you clean your piercing.
- Cleanse with a saline or sea salt soak.
- Use a chamomile compress.
- Apply diluted tea tree oil.
How much should a helix piercing bleed?
It’s typical for a brand-new piercing to bleed a little bit for the first few days/week. Not too much though!
Can a helix piercing paralyze you?
This simply is not true! This myth originated because of a single case where after having her ears pierced, 15 year old Grace Etherington became paralyzed. The simple truth is that there are not enough nerve endings in your ear to cause this type of damage.
What happens if your helix piercing bleeds?
An infected ear piercing may be red, swollen, sore, warm, itchy or tender. Sometimes the piercing oozes blood or white, yellow or greenish pus. A new piercing is an open wound that can take several weeks to fully heal. During that time, any bacteria (germs) that enter the wound can lead to infection.
Can I use gun for helix?
A piercing gun isn’t designed for cartilage, only soft tissue and even then I wouldn’t recommend it. ‘People have this stigma about needles but they’re actually way less painful because they’re designed to pierce skin, whereas a gun just delivers blunt force to push an earring through. ‘