What is five below ear piercing?

1. Location: A standard ear piercing is usually done on the lobe but a five below piercing can be done on various parts of the ear including helix, tragus, forward helix, snug, and conch.

2. Jewelry: Five below piercings can be adorned with a variety of different jewelry styles including hoops, studs, barbells, and captive bead rings. Materials used for jewelry can vary from surgical steel to 14K gold.

3. Pain: Ear piercings in general can cause some discomfort or pain, but the severity depends on individual thresholds. Five below piercings tend to be slightly more painful than lobe piercings because there is less skin and fat tissue in that area. However, the pain usually subsides quickly.

4. Aftercare: Aftercare is important for healing and preventing infection. It may include cleaning with saline solution or antiseptic solutions, avoiding swimming or submerging the piercing, and avoiding touching or playing with the piercing.

5. Healing time: The healing time for a five below ear piercing can vary from person to person and depends on the location of the piercing. Typically, it can take anywhere from 4-12 months for the piercing to fully heal. During this time, it is important to take care of the piercing to avoid complications.