Do you pierce both ears for cartilage?

Do you pierce both ears for cartilage?

Re: Should you get a cartilage piercing in both ears or just one? I always say go for one first, wait a while, then go back for a second if you want more. It doesn’t look “off” if it’s asymmetrical. I tend to see most people with odd sets in their ears, always have.

Does it matter which ear I get pierced?

Piercing today is a practice embraced by people of all stripes, and it truly doesn’t matter whether your ear is pierced or which side you choose. The traditional placement for a nostril piercing is at the crease line on the side of the nose.

Should I pierce my cartilage?

How should ear cartilage be pierced? ‘Cartilage should always be pierced with a needle. A piercing gun isn’t designed for cartilage, only soft tissue and even then I wouldn’t recommend it. Piercing cartilage with a gun can create hardcore hypertrophic scarring and even blow it up.

Should I pierce one helix or both?

They say two is better than one, and it’s certainly true with the double helix piercing. The best part about the helix is that it offers a wide area for piercing. Because of this, you can opt for double helix piercings close to each other, far away, or anything in between.

What’s the difference between a cartilage and helix piercing?

Technically, they’re one and the same. A cartilage piercing is a pretty general term, and can be used to describe any piercing that goes through cartilage, from your nostril to your daith. A helix piercing is any piercing along that outside rim of your ear, and it’s also a cartilage piercing.

When to take out cartilage piercing?

After 6 weeks (for earlobes) or 12 weeks (for cartilage) you can remove the piercing studs and wear other post-type earrings continuously. Use only post-type earrings for the first 5 months (for earlobe) or 12 months (for cartilage) after piercing.

Where to get cartilage piercing?

This portion of the nose is part (cartilage and flesh) that separates both nostrils. In most cases, the piercing is done through the cartilage but not in every case. These types of piercings can be on the bottom of your septum or the top of your nose.

How do you care for a cartilage piercing?

To make sure that the piercing heals well and you avoid complications, there are a few simple steps of cartilage piercing care that you need to follow to keep the area clean and germ-free. Always wash and dry your hands thoroughly before touching the new piercing. Clean the pierced area 2 times a day with a saline solution.

Are cartilage piercings safe?

Ear and cartilage piercings are the safest options for doing your own piercings. While cartilage takes a long time to heal, these are relatively safe piercings with few complications. If you approach the piercings and their care correctly it is also safe to pierce the lip, eyebrow, nose, and belly button at home.