Ear piercings are one of the most common piercings known to women (and man) and for good reason: the ear is a small but complex structure, full of flat surfaces and piercable ridges. But what is a ...

A helix piercing refers to a piercing in the upper or outer cartilage of the ear. Helix piercings are more prone to infection due to less blood flow to the area. Cleaning your helix piercing correctly ...

Whether you're thinking about adding another piercing to your growing collection or you're considering going "under the needle" for the very first time, piercing placement can be one of the most ...

The range of ear piercings goes far beyond what most people expect. Some sit in soft tissue and heal quickly, others pass through thick cartilage and demand patience, and each comes with its own look, ...

Ah, the classic, standard lobe piercing. Stone and Strand head of piercing Janeese Brooks says, "We all know and love a good lobe piercing. I encourage these constantly. The easiest part of the ear to ...

Curating the perfect ear stack, in our opinion, is a fine art. For those with multiple piercings, curating the perfect combination of earrings comes down to balance and creative expression. Typically, ...

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So you want to get a new piercing, but you're not exactly sure what type? There are a lot of options to choose from, depending on where you want it. Piercings are typically grouped into three main ...

When it comes to ear piercings, you're likely familiar with the tried-and-true lobe variety you snagged in grade school at your local Claire's. But if you're looking to up your ear jewelry game with a ...