Patients that would want to consider their tendency to bruise and bleed, as cannulas will naturally cause a larger entry point. While this allows for better jewelry connection, it’s not suited for working on delicate parts of the body like the ears.

Can you use TCP on a helix piercing?

IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE Antiseptic preparations such as Savlon cream or spray, TCP, Hydrogen Peroxide, Lavender oil, Tea tree oil, Dettol, Surgical Spirit etc – DO NOT USE THESE to clean your piercing! These are very harsh and will cause irritation and delay healing.

What gauge do Helix piercings get pierced with?

16-gauge
The standard gauges for helix piercings are 16-gauge and 18-gauge, and the standard lengths are 3/16”, 1/4”, 5/16”, and 4/8”.

What kind of earring do you use for a helix piercing?

Generally flat back stud earrings are the jewelry of choice for the forward helix piercing. It is also possible to wear small cartilage hoops in your forward helix piercing, but they may cause irritation and inflammation around the area.

What is a cannula piercing needle used for?

Cannula piercing needles are hypodermic needles that are encased in plastic sheaths, providing a stable route for jewelry insertion during the piercing procedure.

Why does it feel like a ball in my ear piercing?

Keloids from piercings Sometimes your body makes too much scar tissue, leading to keloids. This extra tissue starts to spread out from the original wound, causing a bump or small mass that’s larger than the original piercing. On the ear, keloids typically begin as small round bumps around the piercing site.

When can I change my helix to a hoop?

A helix piercing is easily changed, but make sure that it’s fully healed before trying to switch out the jewelry—three-to-six months. Valentini suggests making the first change with the help of your piercer, as it’s important to be careful to avoid anything going wrong.

When can I change my helix piercing to a hoop?

A: You need to wait until the body piercing is completely healed before changing jewelry. The helix piercing healing process can take up to 6 months, so it’s important that you use the same piece of jewelry during that time and keep up with the piercing aftercare.

How do you use a cannula piercing?

Both needle and cannula pass through the skin when you are pierced. The needle is then removed leaving the cannula which provides a handy channel for the jewellery to be inserted without irritating the wound. Once the jewellery is in, the cannula is removed.