Helix Piercing Mississauga ON | Piercing Shop Near You

Safety Measures to Observe When Getting a Helix Piercing

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You need to follow clear safety measures before, during, and after the piercing to keep your ear healthy and avoid problems like infection or swelling. Here’s a simple guide to follow:

 

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Before Getting Your Helix Piercing

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• Pick a clean, licensed studio. Only go to piercing shops that use clean tools, wear gloves, and follow health rules. Check their reviews and ask how they clean their equipment.
   

• Make sure the piercer uses a needle, not a gun. Piercing guns can damage cartilage and spread germs. A hollow needle is the safest way to pierce your helix.
   

• Eat a light meal before you go. Eating helps you feel calm and prevents feeling faint or dizzy.
   

• Tell your piercer if you have any medical conditions. Let them know if you take medication, have allergies, or have trouble healing wounds.
   

• Stay hydrated. Drink water before your appointment so your body can recover faster afterward.
   

 

 

During the Piercing

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• Check that everything is clean and sealed. The needle, gloves, and jewellery should all be opened in front of you from sealed, sterile packages.
   

• Watch for gloves. Your piercer must wear new gloves and change them if they touch anything else.
   

• Stay still and calm. Moving your head or jumping can make it harder to pierce safely. Breathe slowly and focus on keeping still.
   

• Use only implant-grade jewellery. The piercer should use titanium, surgical steel, or solid gold, never cheap metal that can cause rashes or bumps.
   

 

 

After the Piercing

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• Don’t touch the piercing with dirty hands. Always wash your hands first if you need to clean your ear.
   

• Clean it gently with saline. Spray or dab the area with saltwater solution twice a day. Never use alcohol or peroxide, they're too harsh.
   

• Don’t sleep on the pierced ear. Use a donut pillow or sleep on the other side to avoid pressure or pain.
   

• Avoid headphones, hats, or anything tight. These things can press on your new piercing and cause irritation or swelling.
   

• Leave the jewellery in. Don’t remove or change it until your piercer says it's safe. Taking it out too early can close the hole or cause infection.
   

• Watch for signs of infection. If your ear gets hot, very red, swollen, or starts leaking yellow or green fluid, call our piercer or doctor right away.

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Listen to our piercer’s advice and follow their aftercare instructions closely. Healing takes time, but with the right care, your helix piercing will heal smoothly, and you can wear stylish jewellery.

 

 

Check Out Some of Our Previous Helix Piercings For Inspiration

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Every helix piercing is done with precision, care, and complete attention to your anatomy. We help you build a look that fits your personal style. 

We’ve worked with all kinds of ear shapes and jewellery preferences, from subtle single piercings to fully curated ear stacks. 

The images below show real clients who came in for helix piercings at our Mississauga studio. If you’re unsure what style to go for, these examples might help you decide.