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A Guide to Ear Piercing Jewellery and Ear Jewellery Care

Everything You Need to Know About Ear Piercing Jewellery

At Custom Plugs, we specialise in high-quality body jewellery and ear plugs. Whether you're just beginning your piercing journey or looking to upgrade your collection, this comprehensive guide to ear piercing jewellery will help you find the perfect style and fit for your needs.

Understanding the Different Types of Ear Piercings

There are more ear piercings than most people realise. Each location on the ear offers a unique opportunity to express your individual style. Here are some of the most popular types:

Piercing Type	Location	Common Jewellery
Lobe Piercing	Bottom fleshy part of the ear	Ear piercing studs, hoops, flat back earrings for lobes
Upper Lobe	Higher up on the earlobe	Studs, hoops, earrings for double piercing
Helix	Outer upper cartilage	Helix earring, helix ring earrings, studs
Forward Helix	Outer rim, near the head	Small studs, tiny hoops
Industrial	Two helix holes connected by a bar	Industrial piercing earrings
Tragus	Small flap over the ear canal	Tragus piercing earrings, tragus stud earrings
Anti-Tragus	Opposite the tragus, above the lobe	Hoops, curved barbells
Conch (Inner)	Inner shell of the ear	Jewellery for conch piercing, barbells, captive bead rings
Outer Conch	Outer flat cartilage	Hoops, studs
Daith	Innermost cartilage fold	Daith jewellery, daith piercing earrings
Rook	Ridge above the daith	Curved barbells
Snug	Inner ridge halfway down the ear	Barbells
Orbital	Two piercings connected by one ring	Circular rings
Flat	Flat area of upper ear cartilage	Studs, cartilage jewellery
Transverse Lobe	Horizontal through the lobe	Barbells
Ear Weights / Gauges	Stretched lobe piercing	Tunnels, plugs, weights

Choosing the Right Ear Piercing Jewellery

Materials Matter

The type of material you choose can impact both style and healing. At Custom Plugs, we recommend:

Titanium and surgical steel for new piercings due to their hypoallergenic properties.
Gold cartilage earrings for a luxurious, statement look.
Acrylic and wooden plugs for healed ears and comfortable long-term wear.

Styles and Designs

Ear-piercing earrings are available in many styles, including hoops, studs, barbells, and plugs.

Jewellery for helix piercing typically includes small hoops, flat-back studs, and captive bead rings.
Cartilage jewellery must be lightweight and comfortable, particularly in sensitive areas like the helix or tragus.
Ear barbells are a classic option for industrial or conch piercings.
Cartilage hoop earrings are trendy and perfect for curated ear stacks.

Best Practices for Healing and Aftercare

Proper aftercare is essential for healing and avoiding infection. Whether you’re new to piercings or have multiple, here are best practices to follow:

Healing Times (Approximate)

Lobe: 6-8 weeks
Helix, Tragus, Conch, Daith: 4-12 months
Industrial: 6-12 months
Cartilage in general: Slower to heal due to reduced blood flow

Aftercare Tips

Clean Twice Daily: Use a sterile saline solution (or mix 1/4 teaspoon of non-iodised sea salt with 1 cup of warm distilled water).

Apply with clean gauze or a cotton pad.

Avoid Harsh Products: Do not use alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or harsh soaps, which can delay healing.

Don’t Rotate the Jewellery: Unlike older advice, modern piercers recommend leaving the jewellery in place to allow tissue to heal around it.

Sleep Carefully: Avoid sleeping on the pierced side to prevent irritation and pressure.

Stick to High-Quality Jewellery: Choose hypoallergenic options like surgical steel, titanium, or gold. At Custom Plugs, our gold cartilage earrings and ear barbells are designed for comfort and style.

No Swimming: Avoid pools, hot tubs, and open water during the initial healing phase to reduce infection risk.

Watch for Signs of Infection: Redness, swelling, or pus may indicate a problem. If symptoms persist, consult a professional.

Custom Plugs: Your Go-To for Piercing Jewellery

Our curated collections of ear piercing jewellery cater to every piercing type, from top ear options to jewellery for conch piercing and everything in between.

No matter what type of piercing you have or plan to get - be it a helix, daith, tragus, or conch - Custom Plugs offers the finest selection of ear piercing earrings to complete your look.

Explore our ear piercing jewellery range today to find the perfect piece of jewellery to showcase your unique style.