Whats that piercing?

Sometimes it can be difficult to decide what you want pierced if you don’t understand the language… well, let us help you with the basics-

EAR PIERCING BRISBANE

Forward helix — Small piercing through the front rim of the upper ear, nearest the face. Suited to simple studs or small hoops. Healing time: 6-10 months+

Rook — Piercing through the upper inner ridge of the ear between the outer conch and the inner concha. Distinctive vertical placement that suits curved barbells and small rings. Healing time is approximately 6-12 months+

Daith — Piercing of the ear’s inner fold closest to the ear canal. Often done with a hinge segment ring or captive bead ring; popular for its discreet look. Healing time: 9-12 months+

Tragus — Small piercing through the thick cartilage nub that sits in front of the ear canal. Commonly fitted with studs or small hoops. Healing time: 6-12 months+

Anti‑tragus — Piercing of the small cartilage ridge opposite the tragus, located above the earlobe on the outer ear. Best with flat-back studs or small hoops. Healing time: 9-12 months+

Earlobe — Classic lower ear soft tissue piercing. Versatile and the fastest to heal; works with studs, hoops and a wide range of jewellery styles. Healing time: 2-4 months.

Hidden helix — Piercing on the inner curve of the upper ear rim, less visible from the front as the piercing is tucked behind the fold of your cartilage. Subtle placement ideal for jewellery that hangs below, creating the signature floating look. Fitted with small studs, chains and charms. Healing time: 6-12 months+.

Flat — Piercing through the flat surface of the upper ear, between the helix and the conch. Shows well with flat-back studs and jewellery that compliments the natural curves of the ear. Healing time: 6-12 months+.

Vertical helix — Piercing placed vertically through the upper ear rim, entering and exiting the helix vertically rather than horizontally. Creates a unique look with a variety of jewellery that showcases the unique placement. Can be fitted with flat back labret studs, small rings, chains and charms. Healing time: 6-12 months+

Helix — General term for piercings along the outer rim of the upper ear. Can be single or multiple, suited to flat back labret studs and rings varying in size. Healing time: 6-12 months+

Snug — A unique piercing through the inner cartilage ridge midway down the ear, inside the helix. Distinctive and snug-fitting; typically worn with small rings or curved barbells. Requires an experienced piercer and is highly dependent on anatomy. Healing time 9-12 months+

Conch — Piercing through the central bowl (concha) of the ear. Can be inner or outer conch; supports larger studs or captive bead rings and hinge segment rings and creates a bold central look. Healing time: 6-12 months+

Tailor Made Tattoo performs professional precision piercings in a clean, welcoming studio. We assess anatomy, recommend suitable jewellery and provide aftercare guidance to help each cartilage or lobe piercing heal safely.

A nose piercing is a small, precise puncture through the nostril or septum to accommodate jewellery;

Septum piercings pass through the soft tissue between the nostrils while the nostril piercing is done through the outer nose cartilage on either side. Symmetrical piercings are placed evenly on both sides for a balanced look.

*Septum healing time: 4-8 months+

*Nostril healing time: 4-9months+

*High nostril healing time: 6-12 months+

At Tailor Made Tattoo these procedures are performed by our skilled piercer who prioritises exact placement, hygiene and individual anatomy to ensure safe, comfortable healing and a perfectly tailored result.

An eyebrow piercing is a surface piercing. The needle passes through the soft tissue on or near the eyebrow to hold jewellery. It is usually placed in the outer corner or along the brow ridge and can be vertical or horizontal depending on the chosen look. Typical jewellery includes curved barbells or small rings. Healing time: 6-9months+

A bridge piercing is a surface piercing placed horizontally through the soft tissue on the bridge of the nose between the eyes. The jewellery used is a straight barbell with two visible ends either side of the tissue. Healing can be slower and carries higher risk of migration or rejection compared with traditional ear or facial piercings. Requires precise and proper aftercare, to be performed by an experienced piercer reduce complications. Healing time: 4-12 month+

A lip piercing is a body piercing through the skin around the mouth, including variations such as the philtrum (centre of the upper lip under the nose), the labret (below the lower lip, centred or off-centre) and beauty spot piercings (small, decorative piercings placed to mimic a beauty spot on the cheek or near the mouth); all are typically fitted with studs or small rings and require careful aftercare to avoid infection and promote healing.

Vertical labret piercings are pierced vertically through the lip, instead of into the mouth, using a curved barbell for a comfortable and successful heal.

Other lip piercings: snake bite piercing, spider bite piercing, angel fang piercing, jestrum piercing, ashley piercing.

A navel (belly button) piercing is a popular surface piercing traditionally placed in the fold of skin above the navel. Other types of navel piercings include; floating navel piercing and lower navel piercing.

The piercing is typically done using jewellery such as a thick gauge curved barbell. Common sensations include brief sharp pain during the piercing and mild soreness, swelling or tenderness while it heals.

A floating navel piercing is similar to a traditional navel piercing with the key difference being the style of jewellery. This style of navel piercing is better suited to those who don’t have the anatomy for a traditional navel piercing. Healing time: 9-12 months+

Not everyone is suitable for a navel piercing — the shape and amount of skin above the belly button must allow the jewellery to sit correctly. Our professional piercer will check your anatomy, use sterile equipment, explain aftercare, and recommend appropriate jewellery for healing.