Choosing the right piercing size can seem complicated: every ear is different, and morphology plays an essential role in selecting the ideal jewelry.
This guide helps you understand the most commonly used sizes by professional piercers to select the perfectly suited jewelry.
Below you will find the common sizes for the main ear piercings, as well as average healing times.
| PIERCING | THICKNESS | LENGTH / DIAMETER | HEALING |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Bar (Lobe) |
1 mm / 1.2 mm
|
6 mm / 8 mm
|
3 to 4 months
|
|
Lobe (ring) |
1.2 mm / 1.6 mm
|
8mm / 10mm / 12mm
|
3 to 4 months
|
|
Conch (barbell) |
1.2mm / 1.6mm
|
7 mm / 8 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
|
Conch (ring) |
1.2 mm / 1.6 mm
|
10 mm / 12 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
|
Helix (barbell) |
1.2 mm
|
6 mm / 8 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
|
Helix (ring) |
1.2 mm
|
8 mm / 10 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
|
Hidden Helix (bar) |
1.2 mm
|
6 mm / 7 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
|
Anti-helix (bar) |
1.2 mm
|
5 mm / 6 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
|
Anti-helix (ring) |
1.2 mm
|
6 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
|
Daith (ring) |
1.2 mm / 1.6 mm
|
8 mm / 10 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
|
Tragus (bar) |
1.2 mm
|
7 mm / 8 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
|
Tragus (ring) |
1.2 mm
|
6 mm / 8 mm
|
6 to 12 months
|
The sizes indicated are common references used by piercers, but they may vary depending on:
-your cartilage (thickness / shape)
-the exact position of the piercing
-the type of jewelry chosen
-your personal comfort
Your piercer may therefore recommend a different size: this is totally normal.
If you are unsure of the ideal size, do not hesitate to ask for advice before your purchase.
Healing depends on many factors: location, care, hygiene, type of jewelry...
Two people pierced in the same place can heal at different rates.
Generally:
-Cartilage piercings: 6 to 12 months
-Earlobes: 3 to 4 months
Some people heal in 2 to 3 months, others take almost a year.
The length corresponds to the straight part of the bar, excluding the disc and ball.
It directly influences your comfort.
Available sizes: 6 mm, 7 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm
→ Most common size: 7 mm
The diameter is measured inside the ring, at the widest point. Available sizes: 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm
