Piercing Guide

An ear lobe piercing is located at the bottom of the ear, and typically allows for multiple piercings before reaching cartilage territory. Lulu Ave. uses flatback earrings to ensure that there is plenty of space for swelling, unlike butterfly backings that lock into the back of the ear and don't allow for swelling.

A stacked lobe is a lobe piercing located above or on top of another lobe piercing vertically or diagonally. This is typically done to complement an existing lobe piercing or to correct a lobe piercing that was not in the desired area. A stacked lobe can sometimes help achieve this.

The mid helix piercing is located on the outer center part of the ear. This narrow section is a good alternative to a conch piercing for those who prefer a different style. Because of its thin and narrow anatomy, it is typically pierced with narrow or small pieces that fit the anatomy of the ear.

A conch piercing is located on the inner center section of the ear. Many people enjoy this piercing because they can easily switch to a ring after it has fully healed.

A helix or cartilage piercing is located on the upper corner of the ear and is the most common piercing after lobe piercings. Many people enjoy wearing hoops or rings in this area, and it is possible to get multiple helix piercings if the anatomy allows for it.

The forward helix is located above the tragus and next to the rook. It is important to check the anatomy to see if it is suitable for this piercing. Typically, one forward helix is the most common, but some people have the proper anatomy to fit up to three forward helixes above one another.

The tragus is located on the innermost part of the ear near the sideburns. This piercing has the least amount of space for jewelry, so it is limited to smaller pieces. It is recommended to have the anatomy checked for this piercing as well to see if it is suitable for piercing and to determine the best fitting jewelry.

While stylish, the daith piercing is also rumored to help with migraines and anxiety. It is located in the small fold of cartilage above the ear canal where the outer ridge of the helix ends at the inner ear. It requires a professional piercer and a bit more time to properly place this piercing. Styling it with a centerpiece like hoops will make it the focal point of the ear.

The rook is a bump-like part of the ear located above the daith and next to the forward helix. This piercing is typically done with a curved barbell and can later be switched to a ring. If you are looking for a unique piercing that will make an impact, the rook is worth considering, even though it may be more painful than other piercings.

The flat cartilage area below the upper rim of the ear is large enough to accommodate multiple piercings. Flat cartilage piercings offer a lot of flexibility and can be customized to fit your personal style. These piercings are no more painful than traditional helix piercings. As always, we advise checking the anatomy of your ear to properly determine the best placement and type of jewelry needed.

An industrial piercing connects two piercings with one piece of jewelry, typically between the helix and forward helix. This versatile piercing allows you to show your personality and create a unique look by adding two new piercings.