Industrial

Industrial piercing actually consists of two piercings in one. A straight barbell (sometimes referred to as an industrial barbell when used in this piercing type) connects the two ear piercings, which are usually located in the helix and anti-helix. However, there are variations of industrial piercing that connect other cartilage piercing types.

Industrial piercing has often been associated with punk styles, however, now that body piercings cartilage piercings, especially are seeing mainstream popularity, the industrial piercing is becoming less edgy and more of a cute and unique addition to any cartilage party.