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.
Subsequently, how much does a helix piercing cost at Claire’s?
Starter kits are priced from $30 and include the piercing earrings and standard After Care Solution. Ear cartilage piercing is subject to an additional charge.
Claire’s use piercing guns. This is what happens when you get your cartilage pierced with a piercing gun. And their aftercare lotion is crap. You only need to do salt water soaks twice a day.
Keeping this in view, do helix piercings hurt?
How much does the helix piercing hurt? Cartilage piercings generally fall low on the pain scale. It will depend on the specific location of the helix piercing, however, you shouldn’t feel more than a slight pinch. … For a few days after piercing, you’ll feel some throbbing and see swelling and slight bleeding.
Can you get 2 helix piercings at once?
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!)
Which ear should I pierce Helix?
A forward helix piercing is made in the outer rim of your ear (the helix) at the top of the rim just above the tragus, it can often be quite painful as it is made through the cartilage in your ear.
Do Claires use a gun or needle?
At Claire’s we pride ourselves on providing a sterile and hygienic piercing service. All our ear piercings use a high quality Studex System 75 instrument. This means you can benefit from a system which offers: Fully disposable, single use, sterilised cartridges for hygienic and effective piercing.
Is it safe to get a helix piercing?
Most people who get a helix piercing will be just fine. Their piercing will heal well without any complications. However, once in a while, something goes wrong and an infection sets in. Infections are sometimes limited only to the skin right around the piercing site.
How much does a helix piercing cost?
| Piercing Type | Piercing Fee | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Helix | $30 | Starts at $68+Tax |
| Helix | $30 | Starts at $68+Tax |
| Industrial | $55 | Starts at $98+Tax |
| Lip/Labret | $30 | Starts at $68+Tax |
