1. Tragus Piercing: The Complete Guide
If You’re Excited To Begin Your Very Own Ear Party, But Prefer To Start Small, A Tragus Piercing Is A Great First Cartilage Piercing. This Classy-Yet-Minimalistic Ear Piercing Is A Favorite Of Celebrities As Well.
Soo… Are You Ready To Join Some Of The World’s Top Trendsetters With Gorgeously Curated Ears?
In This Guide:
What Is A Tragus Piercing?
The Tragus Is The Small And Thick Piece Of Cartilage That Covers The Opening Of The Ear Canal. It Usually Has A Rounded Triangle Shape, But Can Vary In Size And Shape From Person To Person.
Other Types Of Tragus Piercings
Anti-Tragus Piercing
If You Pinch Your Earlobe, You’ll Likely Feel A Triangular-Shaped Piece Of Cartilage Sticking Out Above It. That’s The Anti-Tragus. Want To Stand Out Among The Typical Piercing-Lovers? The Anti-Tragus Is Perfect For Trendsetters Who Want To Add A Bit Of Flair To Their Ear Lobe Piercings And Anyone Who Wants To Invite A Completely Unique Piercing To Their Ear Party.
Double Tragus Piercing
If One Is Great, Two Is Even Better! The Double Tragus Piercing Is Located In The Same Spot As A Standard Tragus Piercing – On The Flap Of Cartilage That Covers Up The Ear Canal. A Double Tragus Will Require Two Separate Piercings– Work With Your Professional Piercer To Space These Correctly.
Cost Of A Tragus Piercing
HOW MUCH DOES A TRAGUS PIERCING COST?
The Price Depends On The Piercing Studio Location And The Experience Level Of Your Professional Piercer, But You Can Expect A Tragus Piercing To Cost Somewhere Between 1.8k And 4k, Not Including The Jewelry.
A Major Red Flag? Professional Piercers Will NEVER Use A Piercing Gun. They’ll Always Use A Piercing Needle. Piercing Guns Harbor Bacteria, And The Blunt Force They Use To Push The Jewelry Through The Ear Can Contribute To Cartilage Bumps And Other Healing Complications.
Pain And Healing Time
Does Getting A Tragus Piercing Hurt?
This Is The Top Question People Ask Before Getting A Cartilage Piercing. The Good News? This Ear Piercing Is Not As Scary As You May Think.
Because It’s Comprised Of Thick Cartilage Without Many Nerve Endings, The Tragus Is Actually One Of The Least Painful Locations To Get Pierced. Like Most Cartilage Piercings, You’re More Likely To Feel Pressure Rather Than Pain When Getting The Tragus Pierced.
Most People Say That The Pain Is Sharp And Short And Rank It A 4 On A 10-Point Scale. However, Pain Is Personal. Everyone Has A Different Pain Threshold, So How Much A Tragus Piercing Hurts Will Vary By Individual.
To Be Honest, When I Myself Went For The Tragus Piercing, I Only Wanted To Get One, My Left Ear (Good Photography Angle 😛 ) But The Pain Was So Minimal (3/10), I Decided To Get Both Together 😀
How Painful Are Helix Piercings?
Helix Piercings Aren’t Pain-Free, But Many People Say That Helix Piercings Hurt Less Than Other Cartilage Piercings, With Some Only Reporting A Slight Pinch.
On A Pain Scale Of 1 To 10, People Report That The Pain Level Ranges Between 4-6. Keep In Mind, That While The Piercing Itself Doesn’t Cause Much Pain, It May Become Red And Itchy After A Few Days. Don’t Worry! This Is Completely Normal. Be Sure To Follow Your Piercer’s Suggestion On After-Piercing Care For Best Results.
How Long Does A Tragus Piercing Take To Heal?
There’s No One In The World Quite Like You– And That Makes It Tricky To Estimate Healing Time. A Lot Of Things Can Influence A Tragus’ Healing Time, But Most People Are Fully Healed Within 4 To 12 Months.
While Other Ear Piercings Also Require Plenty Of Healing Time, The Tragus Care Is Particularly Tough. This Location Gets Jostled Every Time You Talk On The Phone Or Listen To Music While Wearing Headphones.
Can I Wear Headphones With My Tragus Piercing?
Professional Piercers Recommend That You Avoid Touching Your Tragus For Several Weeks After Getting Pierced To Prevent Bumps And Infections. That Means Headphones And Earbuds Are A No-Go While Your Tragus Piercing Is Healing. Don’t Worry Music Lovers! You’ll Be Listening To Your Jams Again In No Time!
Will A Tragus Piercing Help With Migraines?
Some People Swear That Ear Cartilage Piercings Relieve Migraine Pain By Stimulating Pressure Points– Just Like Acupuncture. Unfortunately, These Claims Aren’t Backed By Academic Research Institutions. Body Piercings May Not Have Any Health Benefits, But Their Style Benefits Are Guaranteed!
When Can I Change My Tragus Piercing Jewelry?
Piercers Recommend Leaving The Initial Jewelry In Until The Piercing Is Fully Healed. You May Be Ready To Switch Up Your Jewelry, But Patience Is A Virtue! Studies Have Shown That Changing Your Tragus Piercing Within The First Six Months Can Slow Down The Healing Process. At The Very Minimum, Wait At Least 8 Weeks Before Making Any Changes.
Your Piercing Is Almost Healed If:
- Your Piercing Is No Longer Tender
- Any Weeping, Discharge, Or Crusting Has Stopped
Are You Ready To Change Your Jewelry? Check Out Our Flat Back Studs
Why Shouldn’t I Get A Tragus Piercing?
The Shape Of The Tragus Varies Greatly From Person To Person. If Your Tragus Is Too Thin, Too Small, Or In A Difficult Location, It Might Not Be Possible To Get This Piercing. There Are Other Options In The Tragus Area, Like The Anti-Tragus, So Talk To Your Piercer About Other Fun Cartilage Piercing Options.
Aftercare
Getting A Tragus Piercing Requires Vigilant Aftercare Practices. If You Can’t Commit To A Cleaning Schedule, This Isn’t The Piercing For You.
The Location Of This Cartilage Piercing Next To The Bacteria-Ridden Ear Canal Makes It Extra Susceptible To Infection And Scarring. Beyond Standard Piercing Aftercare Practices, Here Are Some Aftercare Tips Unique To Tragus Piercing.
What's The Best Way To Clean My Tragus?
To Make Sure You Heal Quickly, Clean Your Piercing Twice A Day With A Aftercare Saline Solution For The First Two To Three Months.
Avoid Touching, Twisting, Or Moving The Piercing—Any Excessive Trauma Or Pressure Will Prolong The Healing Process. For The First Couple Of Months Post-Piercing, Avoid Going To Bed With Wet Hair Or Sleeping On Your New Piercing (You May Use A Traveling Pillow Or Donut Pillow To Avoid Putting Pressure On Fresh Piercings). Warmth And Dampness Is A Breeding Grounds For Bacteria, So Keep It Clean And Dry!
Our Best Advice? Until It’s Completely Healed, Leave The Piercing Alone Unless You’re Cleaning It!
What Should I Do If My Tragus Piercing Gets Infected?
If You Suspect An Infection, Go Back To Your Piercer As Soon As Possible. They’ve Seen It All Before And Will Advise You On How To Treat Your Infection. In Some Cases, They May Switch The Jewelry So That Your New Piercing Has More Space To Swell And Heal.
Styling Tragus Piercings
A Beautifully Adorned Tragus Can Add A Lot Of Style To Your Ear Stack. Here Are Our Biggest Tips On How To Style Your Tragus.
Where Can I Find Jewelry For My Tragus Piercing?
Our Absolute Favorite Thing About Tragus Piercings Is The Versatility Of The Jewelry For This Spot. Here At SK Studio, We’ve Some Pretty Cool Options For The Tragus Piercing Studs And Hoops In All Of The Hottest Styles!
What Kind Of Earring Looks Best In Tragus Piercings?
By Far, Cartilage Studs Are The Most Popular Kind Of Tragus Piercing Jewelry. A Simple Cartilage Stud With A Tiny Gemstone Is Both Understated And Eye-Catching.
Don’t Limit Yourself, Though! Teeny Tiny Hoops Are Another Stunning Option. Piercings Allow You To Express Your Individuality, So Don’t Be Afraid To Get Creative.
How To Change Out Tragus Piercing Jewelry
Your Initial Piercing Jewelry For A Tragus Will Probably Be A Piercing Stud With A Flat Back. The Most Common Closing Mechanisms For This Type Of Earring Are The Internally Threaded Screw.
To Remove A Threaded Screw Earring, Hold The Back Piece As You Gently Twist The Front Piece To Unscrew It. These Earrings Involve A Couple Of Small Pieces, So Be Careful Not To Lose The Front Piece. Flat Back Studs Are Perfect For Tragus Piercing.
What Size Should I Choose For My Tragus Piercing Earring?
Tragus Piercings, Like All Ear Cartilage Piercings, Are Typically Pierced With A 18/16 Gauge Needle, Which Is 1.0mm/1.2mm Thick.
Tragus Piercing Studs Usually Have A Post Length Of 6 Or 7mm For A Snug Fit, And 7/8mm For A Looser Fit. If You’re Going For A Hoop, Choose A Standard Tragus Hoop Earring With A Diameter Of 6mm To 7mm.