Common questions about Forward Helix piercing

Straight helix piercings are growing in popularity among Newmarket and Mississauga residents. This style is timeless, unique and suitable for all genders and ages. With the ability to wear this piercing up or down, it's no surprise that this style is becoming widely popular among the masses. As with all rising trends, there are a few things you need to know before you go out and buy one. 

So let's take a look at some of the more notable questions and answers we see on Pierced.co. If you find that after reading this guide you still have questions or are ready to make an appointment for your own piercing, contact us today. We'd love to help you get the perfect combination of piercing and jewelry that you won't want to wait to show off! 

What is a straight helix piercing?

A straight helix piercing is a body piercing located at the top of the ear cartilage. If you know what a tragus is, it's right above it. If not, take your finger and start at the earlobe. Follow the outside of the ear just below the tip. Now run your finger along the front of the ear until you touch the cartilage on the other side. This is where the straight helix is ​​pierced. Depending on your anatomy, coil piercings can be double or even triple.

How much does a straight helix piercing cost?

The cost of such a piercing can vary. There are several different factors that affect the actual amount. 

They include:

• Store location/popularity
• Piercing experience
• decoration type
• Style (single, double, triple piercing)

When it comes to piercings of any kind, your best bet is to go to a studio or salon with highly qualified, experienced and caring staff who have a positive experience for their clients. At Pierced, we take the time to help each customer understand and feel comfortable with the process, as well as advise on aftercare and the best jewelry options.

How much does it hurt?

It's hard to say how much this piercing will hurt. A person's ability to endure pain depends largely on their experience. It has been said that this type of piercing belongs to the average level of piercing. For example, you might expect it to be more painful than a lobe piercing, but less than a more sensitive piercing such as a nostril piercing.

The experience of a piercer and postoperative care has a lot to do with pain. If you hire a craftsman who knows what they're doing, chances are the experience will be quick, smooth, and largely painless with the sharp pain associated with the piercing lasting in the blink of an eye during the actual piercing of the placement hole. jewelry.

Make sure your stylist is using a front helix needle and not a piercing gun. The needles are faster, less painful and sterile. There are too many parts of a piercing gun that cannot be sterilized and can lead to infection later on. If you get an infection, the piercing will hurt, take longer to heal, or may need to be removed entirely. At pierced, we use advanced sterilization techniques and all piercers are trained in the proper use of piercing needles, helping to ensure the best experience for our clients.

How long does the healing process take?

Everyone is treated differently. If you continue your aftercare, a straight helix piercing takes 4-6 months to fully heal. If there are no complications and size reduction can be performed after 12 weeks, it may take as little as three months to heal. Some people report complete recovery after six months. So plan on three to six months depending on how fast you get better. There are some things that can prolong the healing time. After your piercing, you should avoid:

Playing with my piercing

The piercer will advise you not to play with the piercing until it has healed. Moving too often can slow down the healing process. Rubbing can re-expose areas that are already crusted.

Sleep on this side of the head

Rubbing your piercing against the pad can cause irritation, and piercing oozing can also change the angle of your piercing, making it look the wrong way or appear off-center. You can also get an infection if your pillowcase is dirty.

Piercing removal

You will be advised to leave the piercing inside so that the hole does not close before it heals. 

Touch the piercing without washing your hands

You will want to wash your hands before cleaning your piercing. If your hands are dirty, they can cause an infection.

Final Thoughts on the Forward Helix Piercing

Before getting pierced, make sure you find a store you trust. Ask as many questions as you can think of and make sure you're comfortable before moving on. Piercing a straight helix is ​​an investment of your time and money, but well worth it. Once healed, this piercing is easy to care for and the design is timeless.   

And if you live in Newmarket or Mississauga, be sure to give us a call or stop by our fun and friendly piercing parlors. We'd love to learn more about how we can help you get the piercing you'll want to show off for years to come.