HELIX DIAMOND PIERCING

Q: What post length should I choose for a helix piercing?

Recommended lengths are: 5 mm : for thinner ears 6.5 mm : standard size for most anatomies 8 mm : for thicker cartilage or a new piercing (to accommodate post-piercing swelling)

The Diamond Helix Piercing collection includes hoops, solitaires and designs. Customize your piercing in 3 colors of hypoallergenic 18k gold.
Recommended sizes for Helix Piercing: Stud length: 5 to 6.5 mm | Hoop diameter: 6.5 to 8 mm.

Diamond Helix Piercing

The helix piercing is located in the cartilage of the ear, along the helix, the external area that follows the upper curve of the ear. This piercing is often associated with the anti-helix piercing.

Diamond Helix Piercing Models

In the MADAJ collection, each diamond helix piercing is customizable according to your preferences. You can choose from various stud piercing models with designs such as lotus, star, moon, lightning, flower, as well as diamond hoop piercings.
The diamond studs are equipped with a secure screw-back closure, with a flat backing plate to ensure optimal comfort for everyday wear. The diamond hoops feature a hinge closure, ensuring both security and practicality. You can customize each piercing by adjusting the motif size, hoop diameter, or post length, depending on the model, for a perfect fit to your ear.
If you want to explore other diamond piercing styles, you can also discover our diamond daith piercings or diamond conch piercings.

The Manufacturing of Diamond Helix Piercing

All our diamond helix piercings are crafted in our workshops, where each design benefits from a unique 3D design created by our in-house designers. This cutting-edge technology allows us to create exclusive, bespoke models for each client.

FAQ

Helix Diamond Piercing

Are your diamond piercings suitable for the helix?

Yes, our diamond piercings are perfectly suited for the helix thanks to their lightweight and comfortable design, ideal for 24/7 wear. Each product page clearly indicates whether the piece is compatible with a helix piercing.

What type of jewelry do you recommend for a helix diamond piercing?

For the helix, we recommend:

flat-back studs with secure threaded posts (available in 5 mm, 6.5 mm, or 8 mm post lengths depending on your anatomy and the state of the piercing)
small hoops with clicker closures (inner diameters of 5 mm or 6.5 mm)

What post length should I choose for a helix piercing?

Recommended lengths are:

5 mm: for thinner ears
6.5 mm: standard size for most anatomies
8 mm: for thicker cartilage or a new piercing (to accommodate post-piercing swelling)

Are your diamonds natural?

Yes, all our helix diamond piercings are set with 100% natural G-VS quality diamonds — never synthetic, never treated.

What gold do you use for your helix piercings?

We use only hypoallergenic 18k gold, nickel-free, available in yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, and soon, black gold.

Can I wear a MADAJ helix piercing for an initial piercing?

Yes, our helix piercings are suitable for first-time piercings thanks to:
• their hypoallergenic, nickel-free 18k gold
• their secure threaded post with a standard 1.2 mm thickness
• their lightweight design and optimized comfort that promote fast healing

Does a helix piercing hurt?

The helix may be slightly more sensitive than the lobe, but the pain is brief and very manageable.

See our pain level guide

Can I customize my helix diamond piercing?

Yes, you can personalize:

the post length
the gold color
in some cases, the diamond or motif size

What is the manufacturing and delivery time?

Each piece is custom-made in 4 to 6 business days, then shipped via DHL Express (2–3 days). Worldwide delivery in 7 to 10 business days.

Are MADAJ helix diamond piercings suitable for men?

Absolutely. Our designs are unisex and suit all styles.

Where can I learn more about helix piercings?

Read our complete guide for everything you need to know: healing time, anatomy tips, and compatible styles.
Helix piercing full guide

How do I style a helix diamond piercing in a curated ear look?

Pair your helix piercing with other diamond piercings (tragus, lobe, antitragus...) to create a cohesive and elegant ear stack.
Ear composition ideas