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If you’re looking for a unique and eye-catching piercing, the conch piercing might be the one.

In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know if you are planning to get a conch piercing: the types available, the cost of it, and the healing process. Therefore, if you’re considering getting one, this article is for you!

  Introduction  

1. What is a Conch piercing?

A conch piercing is a piercing that is perforated on the conch (the middle part of your ear cartilage), and because of its placement, it’s one of the most customizable ear piercings you can obtain. The conch piercings arrive in multiple different varieties.

As there are a lot of adorable ear piercings out there, conch piercings get the crown for being the most unique. Since they decorate the ear in a bold yet wearable way, it’s no wonder why conch piercings have been earning popularity over the past few years and are the most widespread piercing trend.

This conch got its name from the ear’s resemblance to a conch shell, which is the inner cup portion of your ear. When it comes to piercing, you can puncture your inner or outer conch or both too. The inner conch piercing is when a hole is perforated right through the middle of the ear to create a way for a stud. Then there’s also the outer conch piercing, which permits a ring to go around the outer edge of the ear’s cartilage.

2. Types of Conch Piercings  

In the world of conch piercings, there are mainly two options of placement (inner vs. outer conch) and a few variants (like double conch, orbital conch, etc.).

3. Cost

The cost of a conch piercing can differ depending on where you get perforated and the type of jewelry you prefer. Normally, the cost of getting the conch pierced is about $35–$60 plus the price of the jewelry.

WARNING! 

Never get pierced by a piercer who uses a piercing gun for any cartilage puncturing. Piercing guns carry more bacteria than needles, which raises the possibility of infection and recovery time.

  Jewelry Materials Used  

Implant-grade stainless steel: This is one of the safest metals in terms of getting the piercing, as it’s hypoallergenic and particularly invented to be worn in the body. Avoid low-grade /cheap materials that may cause a reaction.

Implant-grade titanium: The next implant-grade metal. If you’re extremely sensitive to nickel, titanium may not be the most suitable choice, as it includes a small amount of nickel.

Low-karat gold or platinum: Fine metals like gold and platinum are also a pretty secure choice. Point to Remember: It’s worth paying more for something quality and avoiding low-grade gold or gold plating, which can flake off, get stained, and cause infection.

  Types of Jewelry  

Conch studs or bars: Studs and bars are outstanding selections for new inner conch piercings, as they are tiny and comfy (and they’re easy to alter if you like). The piercer uses a bar for the initial piercing, but once it is recovered, it can be switched with jewelry of either a bar or ring style, based on the placement and anatomy of the customer.

Hoops: Small hoops are the next famous pick for conches (especially for outer conches), as they come in all distinct variations. They aren’t used as an initial piercing, as they generate excessive motion and irritation.

  Time To Heal  

Conchs done with a needle are generally totally healed in 6 to 9 months, while a conch done with a dermal punch can take a year or more to fully recover. However, keep in mind that the healing procedure will also depend on each individual and how nicely they take care of their ear cartilage piercing.

Aftercare is important to control infection during the long healing time. You should always follow the aftercare suggestions provided by your piercer to speed up your healing time and avoid illness or infection.

The aftercare instructions usually consist of the following advice:

• Clean your piercing twice per day for at least 2 months.
• Rinse your hands with soap entirely before touching or cleaning your piercing.
• Give your piercing a saline solution bath once per day by putting warm saline in a shallow bowl and leaning your head to sink your ear in the solution for 3 to 5 minutes.
• Carefully wipe around the area with clean paper towels soaked with saline.
• Never move your piercing before it gets healed or during cleaning time.
• Do not release your jewelry until the piercing is completely healed or until your piercer says it’s OK to remove.
• Don’t put anything over the piercing, including headphones, headbands, or hats.
• Avoid sleeping on the side of the ear piercing until it’s recovered.

There are many conditions and difficulties you will feel after the piercing is done. Despite Solving all the problems by following aftercare instructions, visit a healthcare specialist if you have any symptoms of infection or if you feel any illness like:

• fever (high temperature)
• sweating (extreme sweating than before)
• chills (shivering plus feeling cold)
• nausea (sensation of vomiting) or vomiting
• Stripes of red getting out of the piercing

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