Can You Get Both Helix Piercings Together? First thing’s first: Yes, you can get a double–helix piercing done at the same time. In fact, it’s recommended considering the healing time of cartilage piercings (more on that later!)
Beside this, how long does it take for a double helix to heal?
six months
Then, should I get one or two helix piercings?
They say two is better than one, and it’s certainly true with the double helix piercing. The best part about the helix is that it offers a wide area for piercing. Because of this, you can opt for double helix piercings close to each other, far away, or anything in between.
Can a helix piercing paralyze you?
It is a common myth that if a piercing is not done in the exact correct place that you will become paralyzed. This simply is not true! This myth originated because of a single case where after having her ears pierced, 15 year old Grace Etherington became paralyzed.
Are forward helix piercings dangerous?
Because your forward helix piercing is basically an open wound, trying to change the jewelry before it is fully healed will greatly irritate the site and will most likely lead to an infection.
Can I change my helix piercing after 2 weeks?
No. Cartilage piercings, like a Helix, heal from the outside to the inside, so even if it, after only 4 weeks, looks perfectly fine, it isn’t fully healed. It will take alot of time. To prevent any inflammation, i would wait at least 2 months.
How long until you can sleep on a helix piercing?
According to Healthline, “cartilage piercings typically take anywhere from 4 to 12 months to heal completely.” Even if your piercing looks like it has healed, it is important that you wait until you‘re sure it’s fully healed before you even think about changing it.
Does Claire’s do Helix ear piercings?
Yes they do, but they really shouldn’t. They only use piercing guns, which are not recommended even for lobe piercings but definitely shouldn’t be used on cartilage.
Which ear should you get a helix piercing?
Helix piercings—piercings that are placed anywhere on the upper outer cartilage of the ear—are often the first choice when moving from the lobe.
Does a helix piercing hurt more than nose?
The helix wasn’t too much of a bother, it just took a LOT longer to heal than the nostril, and any time it got bumped it was a lot more painful.
How bad do Helix piercings hurt?
Helix. The Helix is a piercing placed at the top of your ear through your cartilage. This piercing is considered pretty middle-of-the-road on the pain scale because it is cartilage and therefore slightly more pressure is required to puncture the hole, which will result in a bit more ouch for your money!
