Conch piercing, the favorite piercing of the stars.

To assert their style or simply bring a rebellious touch to their look, discreetly or more daringly, more and more stars are succumbing to piercing charms. Shy’m, Iris Mittenaere, Aya Nakamura, Marion Cotillard, Scarlett Johansson, Rihanna, Gigi Hadid… they all love these little trendy accessories. This season, it is the conch piercing that rises to pole position among the most fashionable ornaments. We understand why! resolutely original and finally very chic, this little gem has the positives. However, if getting pierced in the hollow of the ear is particularly tempting, it is better to understand what you are getting into before going under the needle of your body piercing. Overview.

Conch piercing, what is it?

Industrial, tragus, rook, anti-helix… do you know that today there are as many names for piercings as there are places on the ear to be pierced? Among this beautiful world, there is the conch piercing. Also called a conch piercing in reference to the seashell that looks like the place to be pierced, this piercing is placed in the hollow of the ear, in the middle of the cartilage that leads to the auditory canal. Note that as the hollow of the ear is a fairly large area compared to the lobe and the other cartilages, it is important to clearly define the precise area where you want to be pierced. Moreover, know that you have the possibility to choose between 2 types of conch piercing, depending on the effect you want to obtain: internal and external. The first is to pierce the cup-shaped area near the ear canal. This piercing is perfect for people who want to decorate their piercing with stud earrings. The second is to pierce the flat part of the ear between the helix and the antihelix. It is more suitable for rings that will be able to wrap around the edge of the ear.

Which stars have conch piercings?

Many celebrities today choose to have their ears pierced. Among which :

• Gigi Hadid;
• Iris Mittenaère;
• Zoe Kravitz;
• Nikki Reed.

Does the conch piercing hurt?

If the pain felt when performing an ear piercing or any other body piercing varies enormously from one person to another, you should know that the cartilage in the area to be pierced is much thicker than the rest of the ear. . So, is the conch piercing painful? The answer is yes. Especially compared to the lobe which is a fairly soft tissue. In addition, the cartilage includes many small nerves. On the other hand, the piercing is not more painful than another piercing at the level of the cartilage. In fact, everything will depend on your personal tolerance level to pain. In addition, as the piercing only lasts a few seconds, it is quite bearable. In detail, the pain will evolve gradually until healing occurs.

At the time of drilling

When drilling, the pain you will feel can be quite intense and persist for about ten seconds. It’s about a rather intense pain oscillating between 6 and 8 on the pain scale.

After drilling

During the hours following the piercing, you will feel a dull pain. The pierced ear is relatively sensitive, may swell or turn red. Light bleeding and small bruises may also appear the days following the completion of the piercing. You may also feel a warm sensation. This feeling is nevertheless dissipates after a short time. In any case, until the ear heals, you will feel quite annoying pain. Good to know : to avoid touching the nerves as much as possible and limit the risk of inflammation, the conch piercing should never be performed with a gun.

How to take care of your piercing?

If the conch piercing is very fashionable, it can present a real danger if it is not correctly treated. Indeed, we must not forget that piercings are a gateway for germs and bacteria, during the piercing, but also the days following the intervention until healing. First of all, it is important to choose the piercer and ensure that the environment where you are going to be pierced is healthy and clean. Not to mention the tools and equipment used. Then, to optimize the healing process, it is crucial to take care properly. Among other things, like other piercings, it will take disinfect the conch piercing on a daily basis during the first days of healing. The ideal is to clean your ears and your jewelry at least twice a day. For maintenance, you can use soap with a neutral pH, physiological serum or even a mild disinfectant spray. Also, don’t forget to clean and dry the piercing in case of contact with shampoo, make-up or other products. After the sport, it will also be necessary to clean the jewel and the pierced ear. Finally, it is important to pay particular attention to the following points:

• avoid sleeping on the piercing or exposing it to chlorine and salt;
• do not touch the piercing, especially with dirty hands;
• do not take anticoagulant medication during the first days following the completion of the piercing;
• avoid wearing accessories that could get caught in the piercing.

Can a conch piercing get infected?

Like other cartilage piercings, conch piercings can carry some risk since they don’t heal as quickly as earlobe holes. Inflammation is the greatest danger that can occur after piercing. To best avoid this situation, it is therefore important to ensure that the ear is suitable for receiving this type of piercing. Only an experienced driller can do this check. In addition, it is important not to change your piercing until the wound heals completely. Generally, it will take between 3 and 6 months. Finally, in case of infection, you must immediately go to your piercer.

How to remove your ear piercing?

Once the piercing heals properly, you can remove your temporary earrings to replace it with another piece of jewelry. Of course, it will take follow some hygiene rules :

• clean hands with antiseptic soap or hydroalcoholic gel;
• dry hands well with a clean towel;
• disinfect the pierced ear and the earring with an antiseptic solution;
• gently remove the earring;
• disinfect the new jewelry in an antibacterial solution for at least 30 seconds;
• Clean the piercing area again before placing the new jewelry.

Which piercing to choose for your conch piercing?

If the conch piercing is more and more popular with stars, it is mainly because this piercing gives the possibility of varying the pleasures. Among other things, you can opt for a gold ring (yellow gold, white gold, pink gold), in silver, Brass, gold-plated, set with rhinestones or precious stones. Also, you have the possibility to choose a chip earring in all the materials you like : bioplastic, surgical steel, stainless steel, fancy, etc. Clearly, you have endless possibilities and styles for your conch piercing. Thus, as soon as your piercing is well healed, you can remove the jewel of first pose and replace it with another that corresponds more to your tastes.

How much does a conch piercing cost?

If the cost of performing a conch piercing varies from one salon to another, it will take between 30 and 80 € for the service. This price generally includes the price of the jewel and the care products.