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A forward helix is any piercing in the front cartilage of your ear. This article is how to pierce a forward helix safely at home.


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    Make sure you have a 18 gauge earring stainless steel, a hollow needle (16 gauge), non-toxic pen, rubbing alcohol, and a clean environment.
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    Wash your hands with antibacterial soap. Also, clean the spot that you will pierce with rubbing alcohol and mark the spot you intend to pierce with the pen.
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    Place something behind your ear to catch the needle like a cork, towel or a roll of tissues.
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    Pierce the needle through your ear quickly and keep it straight. there will be three pops as it goes through. Don't stop as it prolongs the pain.
    • If it starts bleeding clean it with a cotton ball.
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    Place the earring in the needle and thread it through.
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    Salt soak the piercing twice a day and turn it to reduce the risk of infection. Always wash your hands before touching the piercing and don't play with it.

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  • Helix piercing pain usually goes away in 6-8 weeks. Helix Piercing swelling takes about 2-3 weeks to subside. It takes 6-12 months to fully heal but can be changed by 4 months.
  • Don't ice before piercing it makes it harder to pierce and can cause damage to the cartilage.
  • Don't clean your piercing with peroxide or alcohol they are too harsh and can damage the skin.


  • If you notice signs of infection; heat, or redness see a professional piercer or a doctor

Things You'll Need

  • 18g Stainless earring
  • 16g Hollow needle
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Cotton balls
  • Non-toxic pen

Article Info

Categories: Stub | Self Piercing

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Español: Cómo perforar tu hélice delantera

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