Frequent questions

Tragus piercing is not the most painful but still remains a sensitive piercing during the drill. It is not because of the density of its cartilage but rather of its location. Being located at the entrance to the hearing duct, the tragus, the piercing will have to drill slowly in order to ensure safety and precision. The slower process than for a piercing at the end of the ear can induce greater pain.

The tragus piercing is above all an aesthetic piercing. However, not everyone can make it depending on the size of their cartilage. Indeed the tragus whose cartilage is very small is not recommended due to a greater risk of rejection. Do not hesitate to ask your pierceur for advice, he will be able to guide you thanks to his experience.

When drilling the tragus follow the recommendations of your perceur. We recommend that you do not touch your tragus piercing, not handle it and not disinfect it. Regarding care, a daily rinse with physiological serum is sufficient. You will have to avoid sleeping on your jewelry throughout the healing period for optimal healing and not to slow down the healing process. It is not recommended to change your jewelry too early, so you will have to keep the first titanium pose jewel for 3 months. Beware of cottons stems when cleaning the ear can hang on the piercing bar with delicacy. Also avoid headphones at the risk of positioning a germ in your jewelry, which could be responsible for an infection.

Like the other ear piercings, the tragus can be repaired if you do not put jewelry for a long time. It will depend how long you have kept a jewel inside your tragus. The more you have left a jewel positioned for a long time in your cartilage the less likely there is that it is rebuilt. On the other hand, if your piercing has not benefited from a complete healing it can be rebuked very quickly in the absence of jewelry.

The healing time is difficult to establish. Indeed it will be more or less long depending on each individual. On average, the healing of the tragus lasts between 3 months at 1 year. In the majority of cases it will take around 6 months to have a completely healed tragus piercing and obtain the green light for a change of jewelry.

It is best to avoid headphones during the healing period. They can introduce germs and cause an infection. If necessary, use them with caution and maintain good hygiene.

The selection of the perfect jewelry for a tragus piercing depends on several factors:

• Material : Titanium is recommended for the first installation due to its hypoallergenic nature, which reduces the risk of allergic reactions and infections. Other biocompatible materials, such as 14 or more carat gold, can also be considered.
• Size and shape: The size and shape of the jewel must correspond to the anatomy of your tragus. An experienced perceur can help you choose a jewel that adapts comfortably without causing pressure or irritation.
• Style : Styles vary from single bars to rings, including more elaborate designs. The choice depends on your personal preferences and the look you want to get.
• Change of jewelry: Wait for the complete end of healing before changing your jewelry. Consult your perceur for replacement in order to prevent any risk of injury or infection.

It is quite possible to combine a tragus piercing with other ear piercings, but there are some important considerations:

• Space and placement: Evaluate the space available on your ear to ensure that tragus piercing can be placed without interfering with your other piercings.
• Healing and care: Pay attention to the care required for each piercing, especially if you have several piercings that heal at the same time.
• Professional advice: An experienced perceur can advise you on the feasibility of combining different piercings and on the best way to place them for an aesthetic and comfortable result.

Cleaning your ears while having a tragus piercing requires a delicate approach to avoid irritation and infection. Here are steps and tips for effective and safe cleaning:

1. Wash your hands: Before touching your piercing or your ears, make sure your hands are very clean to avoid transferring bacteria.
2. Use of physiological serum: To clean the piercing itself, use a physiological serum. Apply it gently around piercing using a clean cotton ball. Avoid using cotton swabs because they can leave fibers on piercing.
3. Sweet cleaning: If you have to clean the inside of the ear, do it very gently to avoid hitting the piercing. Use a clean, slightly damp cloth, or a compress to gently wipe around the input of the ear dungeon.
4. Drying: After cleaning, dry your ear and piercing carefully with a clean towel or compress. Avoid rubbing; Dab gently to absorb moisture.
5. Avoid irritating products: Do not use alcoholic products, hydrogen peroxide, or aggressive cleansing lotions on or around piercing, as it can cause irritation.
6. Regular cleaning: Maintain a regular cleaning routine for piercing, especially during the healing phase. Follow the specific instructions of your perceur.
7. Watch out for objects: Be careful with the towels, clothes and other objects that could hang on to the jewelry.
8. Consultation in case of problems: If you notice signs of infection, increased irritation, or if you have difficulty cleaning your ear properly due to piercing, consult your piercing or a health professional.