With so many ear piercing options available, finding the right one for you can be challenging. Luckily, Spencer’s has you covered with some essential info for each piercing type. In this article, we are highlighting the snug piercing, a stylish cartilage piercing that shines bright.
Ready to review the basics? We’ll provide information on the snug piercing location, the healing process, aftercare tips, compatible jewelry types, and more. We’ll also answer plenty of FAQs to help you decide whether or not this is the piercing for you.
As we always say, it’s important to remember that everyone’s body is different and that certain piercings might not be for everyone. While we’re here to help introduce you to snug piercings, we encourage speaking to a professional piercer for additional information before getting pierced.
Table of Contents
Snug Piercing and Jewelry FAQs:
- How long does a snug piercing take to heal?
- How do I clean my snug piercing?
- Does getting a snug piercing hurt?
- How much does a snug piercing cost?
- How do you give yourself a snug piercing?
- Why shouldn’t I get a snug piercing?
- What should I do if my snug piercing gets infected?
- What’s the most common type of snug jewelry?
- How do I clean my jewelry?
- How much does snug piercing jewelry cost?
- When can I try out some new jewelry?
- Can I get an allergic reaction?
- What are the most common types of jewelry materials?
Snug Piercing Quick Facts
Placement
The snug piercing is placed on the inner ridge of cartilage in your ear (called the anti-helix).
Healing Time
Like most cartilage piercings, snug piercings typically take about six months to a year to heal.
Pricing
Snug piercings typically cost between $30 and $100 (this doesn’t include the price of jewelry).
Gauge
Ear jewelry can come in a variety of gauge sizes, but snug jewelry is usually 16G.
What is a Snug Piercing?
Snug Piercing Location:
A snug piercing is placed right next to the auricle section of the ear and passes through the anti-helix, which is located on the inner ridge of the ear cartilage. This piercing is unique because both the entrance and exit points of the piercing show at the front of the ear (similar to a rook piercing), while most cartilage piercings exit through the back of the ear.
Snug Piercing Process:
This cartilage piercing is typically performed with a sterilized 16-gauge hollow piercing needle.
Snug Piercing Healing Time:
About six months to a year (or longer).
Recommended Jewelry:
Snug Piercing FAQs (Pain, Aftercare & More)
How long does a snug piercing take to heal?
Like most cartilage piercings, the snug piercing takes somewhere between six months and a year (or longer) to heal fully. The exact timeline varies from person to person. Cleaning the piercing regularly is incredibly important during the healing process to ensure you don’t experience an infection or other body complications, which can derail the healing process. As always, we recommend talking to a professional piercer about healing and aftercare prior to getting pierced.
How do I clean my snug piercing?
It is essential to keep your piercing clean and healthy throughout the healing process. Clean the piercing twice a day using a saline solution or piercing aftercare spray (such as H2Ocean piercing aftercare). Refrain from touching your piercing or jewelry throughout the day, as this can introduce bacteria to the piercing site. Be sure to regularly clean your jewelry to avoid build up and potential infection. For more information on cleaning and aftercare, check out our Body Piercing Aftercare Guide.
Does getting a snug piercing hurt?
While this answer varies from person to person depending on their pain tolerance, we can say that like most cartilage piercings, getting a snug piercing can hurt more than a standard earlobe piercing. If you’re nervous about the potential pain, reach out to a piercer for further information. If you’re experiencing high pain levels, signs of infection, or signs of an allergic reaction after getting pierced, please contact a doctor.
How much does a snug piercing cost?
It really depends on where you live and the piercing shop you go to. Typically, without factoring in the cost of jewelry, a snug piercing can cost between $30-$100. Make sure you do the proper research before choosing a piercing studio. You’ll want to find a place with a great reputation.
How do you give yourself a snug piercing?
It’s essential, and we can’t emphasize this enough, that all body modifications must be performed by professionals. Those online piercing kits may seem enticing, but we urge you to stay away. If you don’t get your piercing done professionally, you can experience serious complications, including infection.
Why shouldn’t I get a snug piercing?
There are many things to consider when getting a new piercing. If you’re not quite sure yet, don’t force it. The snug piercing isn’t for everyone, and depending on the shape of your ear, you may not be able to get this piercing type.
What should I do if my snug piercing gets infected?
If you’re still experiencing pain or discomfort a couple of weeks after being pierced, we recommend contacting your piercer or healthcare professional. To help reduce the risk of infection, follow your piercer’s aftercare guidelines, avoid touching the piercing site, and always clean your piercing.
Snug Piercing Jewelry FAQs
What’s the most common type of snug jewelry?
Your piercer will know what works best for you, but these are generally the most common types of jewelry used for snug piercings.
- Curved barbells are the most common type of snug jewelry. They perfectly fit to show both ends of the jewelry at the front of your ear.
- Circular barbells can be used sometimes depending on the shape of your ear.
How do I clean my jewelry?
Regular jewelry maintenance is a must. Wash your body jewelry with antibacterial soap and warm water. Be gentle (but thorough) while cleaning, as you want to keep your jewelry fresh and safe to use without harming it. Stay away from alcohol-based chemicals, as they can tarnish your jewelry. Keep up with the cleaning process to keep your jewelry in good condition and avoid infections. If you don’t keep up with maintenance, the build-up can accumulate on your jewelry, causing it to chip and tarnish. For more tips, read How to Care for Your Body Jewelry & Body Piercings.
How much does snug piercing jewelry cost?
The price of jewelry varies depending on the style and materials used. At Spencer’s, we primarily sell pieces crafted from 316L surgical steel or titanium, making our selection both stylish and affordable.
When can I try out some new jewelry?
Your piercing must completely heal before you switch out the jewelry for something new. This typically takes about six months to a year. On the plus side, it’s never too early to start exploring new jewelry options!
Can I get an allergic reaction?
Allergic reactions to certain jewelry are possible, resulting in rash, redness, or bumps, which means you must swap for jewelry of a different material type. Contact a professional piercer and ensure that getting a cartilage earring is right for you. Be sure to discuss jewelry material options before getting your piercing. Check with a doctor beforehand to learn more about your allergies and overall health.
What are the most common types of jewelry materials?
Your piercer will know what works best for you, but these are generally the most common materials used in snug piercings.
- Stainless steel is an affordable and durable option for your snug jewelry.
- Titanium jewelry can be more expensive, but it’s completely hypoallergenic, making it the perfect option for sensitive skin.
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Surgical steel is durable and easily accessible.
More Piercing Info
Check out some of our favorite ear piercing guides, including the helix piercing guide, conch piercing guide, tragus piercing guide, industrial piercing guide, rook piercing guide, and more. Want to learn about other piercing types? We also have guides to nose piercings, belly button piercings, tongue piercings, septum piercings, labret piercings, and pretty much any other piercing type you can think of!
Now that you’ve read our guide to getting a snug earring, let’s go shopping! Whether you’re looking for earlobe jewelry, cartilage jewelry, or any other kind of body jewelry, Spencer’s has it all.
