The range of ear piercings goes far beyond what most people expect. Some sit in soft tissue and heal quickly, others pass through thick cartilage and demand patience, and each comes with its own look, ...

Ear stretching is the process of expanding an earlobe piercing hole over several months. This is a type of aesthetic body modification. Many people stretch their ears so they can wear gauges — ...

Snug piercings, also called anti-helix piercings, are not for the faint of heart. Considered the most painful cartilage piercing—and to some, most painful piercing overall—the snug piercing is located ...

Thinking of getting your ears, or your child’s ears, pierced? Whether for trend, or tradition, or a little bit of both, you might have a few questions or concerns. We’ve got answers to your questions ...

We’re obsessed with ear piercings. For something so small they can make a big impact. But with so many different kinds of ear piercings out there, it’s important to do your research. Long gone are the ...

Four years ago, the then-34-year-old Studs founder Anna Harman wanted to get a second lobe ear piercing. “She, in her words, just wanted to feel young again and do something cool,” her friend and ...