EricaJewels

thinking about getting a hidden helix? read this before you make it your entire personality 💀👇

5 things to know:

🛑 it won’t look perfectly "hidden" at first : your piercer has to use a longer post to leave room for initial swelling, so the bar or the curved top might peak out a bit in the beginning. don't panic, it'll look completely tucked away once you downsize!

🌶️ the pain scale is a spicy pinch : it’s a solid 5/10. since it’s going through thick cartilage, expect a quick sharp sting and some throbbing for the first few days, but it’s totally manageable.

⏳ healing time is a literal commitment : cartilage takes its sweet time. expect a solid 6 to 12 months for it to fully heal. no switching out the jewelry early or it will get angry real quick.

🧬 your anatomy dictates everything : you need a specific type of ear fold at the top for the jewelry to actually sit under. if your rim isn't deep enough, a good piercer will tell you it's a no-go.

👓 the hair and glasses snagging is so real : because of where it sits, your hair, masks, or glasses will try to catch on it. invest in a piercing pillow if you’re a side sleeper or it’s game over.

💬 comment check: what's your pain tolerance like? would you get this done or are you too scared? 👀