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Last updated on May 26, 2020 by Emilie Jackson

53 Ear Piercings Ideas that are Trending Right Now (2020)

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If you want to upgrade your look then why not go for ear piercings instead of a permanent tattoo. Choose unique jewels or dainty studs. No matter what you choose, an earring can surely complement your look. Also, it can create a huge difference.

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Different Types Of Ear Piercings

Nowadays, piercings are being done on almost every part of the body. Both men and women are wearing them. Yet, ear-piercing combination ideas are something that is relatively common. In addition, it provides you with a variety of options. Would you like to have your own ear solar system?

Types Of Ear Piercings

First of all, the most common type of cool ear piercings is the standard lobe. This is because the lobe is softer compared to the other parts of the ear. Most probably, this is your first piercing when you were still a child. It is simple yet it looks elegant. In some cultures, ear piercings on both ears are even considered as a tradition. The upper lobe is considered as one of the least painful kinds of ear piercings. You can either adorn it with rings or studs.

Kinds Of Ear Piercings

Conch Piercings

There are two types of conch piercings. The inner conch and the outer conch. Among these two, the inner conch piercing is more famous. However, the outer conch looks fabulous too. Some people say that conch piercing can help in treating asthma. Nevertheless, we cannot guarantee this. But one thing is sure, it definitely looks hot!

Daith Piercing

In Daith piercing, the ring will go through the innermost cartilage fold. It may look terrible yet it is not as painful as it may seem. It may look the same with tragus because of its position. The best thing about Daith is that it does not cause irritation and complications.

Forward Helix Piercing

Forward helix piercing looks great with studs. Keep in mind that it is more painful compared to a lobe piercing. Consequently, the healing period is also longer. You need to wait for some time before it will return to its normal condition.

Kinds Of Ear Piercings

Helix and Anti-helix Piercings

Helix piercing can be seen among outcast teenagers. It can make you look like a rockstar. A piercing gun is used for this specific piercing. Additionally, take note that this is quite painful.

Snug piercing is the counterpart of helix piercing. It is also known as anti-helix. The cartilage in this area is not very deep. A ring or a hanging ball can make it look fashionable.

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Industrial and Orbital Piercings

Nothing can ever match the cool look of an industrial piercing. Two holes are done on the upper cartilage. A horizontal wire is used in connecting these two holes. Most often, an arrow-shaped earring is used to make it look dramatic.

Orbital piercing is a bit similar to industrial piercing. The only difference is that instead of connecting the holes horizontally, you will connect them from the front. A circular ring is usually used for this specific piercing.

Kinds Of Ear Piercings

Tragus and Anti-tragus Piercings

Tragus piercing is loathsome. This is because it is prone to irritation as well as infections. It can look gorgeous when adorned with gems.

If snug is the counterpart of helix then similarly anti-tragus is the opposite of tragus. Nevertheless, it is not prone to irritation and stretching. A sleek ring is perfect for this unusual type of piercing.

Rook Piercing

Rook piercing requires accurateness. This is because it is being done in two separate cartilages. It frequently gets inflamed and stretched. This can result in further pain. Yet, it can look stunning with white, shimmering stud. Is it worthy of the pain?

Traverse Lobe Piercing

A barbell is usually used for traverse lobe piercing. Two holes are created in the earlobe. They should be at an angle. This is because the jewelry will be inserted in these two holes. This is an eye-grabbing piercing! You are free to choose the angle that you desire. However, take note of the size of the earlobe and the jewelry. This type of piercing takes longer to heal, unlike the lobe piercing. You need to clean it properly.

Ear Piercing Models

Here at Piercing Models, we have pulled together a list of ear piercings. They are unique and captivating! See them below and get inspired!

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1.  Multiple Ear Piercings

2 Ear Piercings
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2. 3 Ear Piercings

3 Ear Piercings
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3. Industrial Piercings Ear

3 Piercings In Ear

4. Beautiful Ear Piercings

5 Ear Piercings

5. Different Ear Piercings

5 Piercings On One Ear

6.  Ear Piercing Ideas

All Ear Piercings

7. 3 Ear Piercings

All Types Of Ear Piercings

8. Best Ear Piercings

Best Ear Piercings

9. Simple Ear Piercing

Chart Of Ear Piercings

10. Cool Ear Lobe Piercings

Cool Ear Lobe Piercings

11. Classy Ear Piercing

Cool Ear Piercing
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12. Edgy Ear Piercing Ideas

Cool Ear Piercing Ideas

13. Popular Ear Piercings

Cool Ear Piercings
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14. Different Ear Piercings Ideas

Cool Ear Piercings Ideas

15. Cute Ear Piercing Ideas

Cute Ear Piercing Ideas

16. Hot Ear Piercing Ideas

Different Ear Piercings

17. Creative Ear Piercing Ideas

Different Ear Piercings Chart

18. 3 Piercings Ear

Different Kinds Of Ear Piercing

19. Piercing of Hearts

Different Kinds Of Ear Piercings

20. Adorable Piercing Ideas

Different Types Of Ear Piercing

21. Ear Piercing With Pearls

Ear Piercing Ideas

22. Awesome Ear Piercing Jewelry

Ear Piercing Jewelry

23. Stylish Piercing

Ear Piercings
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24. Triple Piercing With Industrial

Ear Piercings For Men

25. Ear Piercings With Heart

Ear Piercing Shops

26. Dainty Piercing

Ear Piercings Ideas

27. Super Cute

Ear Piercings Names

28. Numerous Piercing Jewelry

Ear Piercings On Both Ears

29. Assorted Piercing

Ear Piercings Types

30. Elegant Piercing Jewelry

Ear Surface Piercing

31. Conch Piercing

How Many Ear Piercings Can You Get At Once

32. Ear Surface Piercing

How Much Are Ear Piercings

33. Surface Ear Piercing

Inside Ear Piercings

34. Interesting Ear Piercings

Interesting Ear Piercings

35. Various Kinds Of Ear Piercings

Kinds Of Ear Piercings

36. Amazing Ideas of Ear Piercing

List Of Ear Piercings

37. Piercing Ideas For Your Ears

Mens Ear Piercing Ideas

38. Pretty And Unique

Names Of Ear Piercings

39. Nice Ear Piercings

Nice Ear Piercings

40. Unique Industrial Piercing

Piercing Ear
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41. Hoops

Piercing Earrings
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42. Hoops And Studs

Piercings For Ears

43. Adventurous Ear Piercings

Piercings In The Ear

44. Cool Girl Ear Piercings

Piercings On Ear

45. Triple Earlobes With Helix

Piercings On The Ear

46. Diverse Piercings

Small Ear Piercings

47. Hottest Ear Piercing Ideas

Surface Ear Piercing

48. Gorgeous Ear Piercings

Surface Piercing Ear

49. Trendy Ear Piercings

Trendy Ear Piercings

50. Intricate Piercings

Two Ear Piercings

51. Multiple Types Of Ear Piercings

Types Of Ear Piercings

52. Trending Ear Piercing Ideas

Types Of Piercings Ear

53. Double Earlobes With Double Helix

Unique Ear Piercings
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How many Ear Piercings can you get at once?

Most likely, about three ear piercings. Nevertheless, it will also depend on the type of piercing that you would like to have. In addition, you should also consider your pain tolerance. Yet, the most significant thing is your physical condition.

For a few people, getting one ear piercing is already enough. While for other people, four or five ear piercings done at once are not a problem. Additionally, it heals just fine. A good piercer would never fail to ask you about your overall physical condition. For instance, if you are taking some medication.

Perhaps, it doesn’t really matter how many ear piercings you really want to be done at once. As long as you know how to take care of it properly. However, if you are a side sleeper, it would be best if you’ll finish one ear then afterward the other ear.

Maybe it will depend on your patience and your budget as well. Take note that the more ear piercings you’ll get, the longer it takes to heal. Also, be sure to use titanium jewelry. Always avoid jewelry that has a sub-par quality. This can cause problems and the healing process takes longer.

Actually, the number of ear piercings will differ from one piercer to another. Aside from the particular ear piercings that you want to be done. For instance, earlobe piercings can heal faster. This is the reason why most piercers are will to do more at once. Yet, most piercers are not willing to do several cartilage piercings.

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Getting more than three Ear Piercings

Maybe piercers will also consider how a particular ear piercing will heal. Regardless if it is a cartilage piercing.

Kravitz Daith

Take note that Daith piercings can easily heal compared to industrial piercing. Since it is inserted inside the ear, hence, during the healing process there will be a lesser irritation.

Therefore, a piercer might be willing to do a Daith piercing on both ears. In addition to a helix piercing in one ear. Nevertheless, he is not willing to do a helix piercing in one ear and an industrial piercing in the other ear.

When it comes to 3 ear piercings, it would be best if one ear has no helix and both ears have Daith. In this way, you can still use this for phones. Also, for sleeping on. You can also feel less irritation. On the other hand, if one ear has a helix and the other ear has industrial then doing some activities might be difficult. This is because both of them are located outside the ear.

Consequently, if you want to get a helix or an industrial then let them heal first before you do one on the ear. However, you can get industrial and helix at the same time, provided that they are done on the same ear. Generally, piercers can do 3 to 4 piercings at once. However, this is merely a guideline. In the end, it will greatly depend on the particular piercing.

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Ear Piercing Questions and Answers

Even though ear piercings are among the most common piercings, you may have some questions about them in mind. In most cases, we have found many of our readers to have the same or similar questions about this subject, We have compiled some of the most common ear piercing questions for you here. We hope it will help you to make the decision regarding what is right for you!

What is the right age to get an ear piercing?

The answer to this question depends completely on you. Some parents choose to pierce their child’s ears before they’re even old enough to walk to talk. Others prefer to wait until the child is old enough to ask for the piercing and care for it properly. No matter which you choose, you can rest assured knowing you know what is best for your child.

What is the most painful ear piercing?

Most people agree that the industrial piercing is the most painful ear piercing. This consists of a large gauge, the hollow needle is pierced horizontally through the top of your ear. The combination of pain from the cartilage piercing and two holes being pierced cause the most pain in most people’s opinion. If you have low pain tolerance, you should probably avoid cartilage piercings altogether as these are generally regarded as the most sensitive piercings to get done and to heal.

Why do people get ear piercings?

People get ear piercings for a variety of different reasons. These reasons range from religious purposes, medical problems, and general self-preference. Some religions hail these piercings as sacred and bring people closer to god. Piercings such as a Daith piercing claim to alleviate headaches and stress. Some people also get the piercing because they like the way it looks and expresses themselves artistically getting them.

Is a piercing gun or needle better for ear piercings?

It is an explicit fact that needle piercing is always better than gun piercing. This goes for absolutely every piercing you can think of. Piercing guns punch dull jewelry through your tissue. This is more painful, less sterile, and is more difficult to heal. You also run the risk of shattering the tissue surrounding your piercing, causing more scarring and making the piercing process overall less enjoyable than it could be.

Should you twist new ear piercings when cleaning them?

It is never a good idea to twist new ear piercings, especially while they are still healing. When you come into contact with this area, you risk introducing dirt and other germs to an open wound. The best practice is to clean it as best as you can using a sterile object such as a cotton swab. This way, you can accurately avoid introducing any type of piercing infection or other inflammation from occurring.

Getting your ear pierced

Emma Watson Piercing

If you want to have an edgy look then having an extra or even 3 or 4 studs can make you look cool. Perhaps it’s agony, however, it definitely looks stunning. Piercings, specifically ear piercings are an enormous trend in the fashion world. This trend is now flowing out into the mainstream.

Multiple ear piercings are also popular among celebrities. In fact, Emma Watson had worn numerous earrings on the red carpet. Most of us, do not care too much about how to accessorize our ears. However, women in the 30s or 40s are now going crazy about multiple piercings.

A woman with multiple earrings on her ear would be so in. It appears that piercings have turned out to be the more decent substitute for a tattoo. They’re a little rebellious, but not excessively. What’s your favorite type of ear piercing? Let us know in the comments below!

Emilie Jackson
Emilie Jackson

Hello! My name is Emily and I obsessed with piercings (and tattoos) since I was a little girl of 6 years old. I was fortunate enough to make my passion my work after meeting my amazing husband Jeffrey who owned his own tattoo shop. I just recently finished my internships at some of America’s most famous piercing shops and a dream to start something together was born. After falling in love with each other (and each other’s piercings and tattoos) we decided to expand his tattoo shop and I got to manage my own piercing shop in the same space! I’ve never been so happy being able to share my love for piercings through my shop and this blog I started back in 2013. We love to share models and inspiration, so feel free to email me your suggestions, pictures or if you just want to say hi!

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