Ear Piercings – Types, Names, and Inspirations | Nemearis Kraków

Ear piercings are a popular form of body art that combines aesthetic appeal with individual style. From subtle lobe piercings to bold cartilage designs, you'll find brief descriptions and links to full subpages below.

Ear Styling

Comprehensive earring arrangement planning tailored to your anatomy and style. With us, you'll create a cohesive composition that highlights your facial features and personality. Go to: Ear Arrangements .

Lobe Piercing

The classic earlobe piercing – short healing time, minimal discomfort, and a wide selection of jewelry. The perfect base for further styling. Go to: Lobe Piercing .

Conch Piercing

A piercing of the inner or outer part of the earlobe. It looks great with hoops and decorative tips. Go to: Conch Piercing .

Rook Piercing

A piercing of the fold of cartilage above the ear canal. A unique accent, usually with a banana or small hoop. Go to: Rook Piercing .

Helix Piercing

The upper edge of the ear. A very popular piercing – hoops, labrets, and delicate studs all fit here. Go to: Helix Piercing .

Forward Helix

Forward of the upper cartilage (above the tragus). Often performed in a duo or triplet for a more pronounced line. Go to: Forward Helix .

Daith Piercing

The inner fold of cartilage above the ear canal. The distinctive "band-like" shape of the jewelry creates a striking accent inside the ear. Go to: Daith Piercing .

Tragus Piercing

A small bump of cartilage at the entrance to the ear. A subtle detail that pairs beautifully with helix and lobe piercings. Go to: Tragus Piercing .

Flat Piercing

Piercing the flat part of the cartilage between the helix and the conch. Perfect for decorative, flat ends. Go to: Flat Piercing .

Industrial Piercing

Two cartilage piercings connected by a single barbell. A distinctive, "graphic" line requires proper anatomy and patient healing. Go to: Industrial Piercing .

Snug Piercing

A horizontal piercing along the inner edge of the ear. Very distinctive, but usually takes longer to heal than a lobe. Go to: Snug Piercing .

Orbital Piercing

One piercing (usually a hoop) passes through two holes – a subtle yet intriguing effect. Go to: Orbital Piercing .

Vertical Industrial

The vertical industrial version connects two holes with a bar running along the ear. Less common and very noticeable. Go to: Vertical Industrial .

Anti-Tragus

A cartilage piercing opposite the tragus, above the earlobe. It perfectly balances the tragus and lobe. Go to: Anti-Tragus .

UFO Piercing

A unique piercing at the top of the ear – minimalist, modern, and expressive in composition. Go to: UFO Piercing .

Faux Rook

It looks similar to a rook, but is performed in a different location – typically easier to heal and more anatomically accessible. Go to: Faux Rook .