What Is a Cartilage Piercing?

A cartilage piercing can refer to any area of cartilage on the body with a perforation created for the purpose of wearing jewelry. The two most common areas with cartilage piercings are the ear and the nose.

Do cartilage piercings hurt?

Cartilage piercings are more painful than ear lobe piercings but less painful than other kinds of body piercings. This is because cartilage tissue is thick and hard. So, you are bound to experience some pain and discomfort. To get an idea about how much it will hurt you, try pinching the ear cartilage area.

What is a cartilage piercing actually called?

The helix piercing is a perforation of the helix or upper ear cartilage for the purpose of inserting and wearing a piece of jewelry. ... Sometimes, two helix piercings hold the same piece of jewelry, usually a barbell, which is called an industrial piercing.