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Apollo Piercing Guide

Your Guide to Piercing and Jewelry Styling

Modern luxury. Effortless expression.

At Apollo, every piercing is more than a moment — it’s a collaboration between your vision and our artistry.
Our expert piercers design placements that fit your anatomy and reflect your personal style.
Each piece is finished with our curated fine jewelry, crafted to let every detail shine.

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The Piercing Experience

Every great piercing begins with conversation.

We’ll map your anatomy, explore your aesthetic, and choose
jewelry that fits perfectly now and beautifully later.
Our piercers guide you through every step:
breathing, placement, aftercare, and downsizing.

A Calm, Private Session

No pressure.
Real answers.
Just gentle hands, precise technique,
and a space designed for your comfort.

Placement and Angles

A blend of science and sculpture.

Each piercing is carefully positioned to complement your features and flow seamlessly with your existing jewelry.
The goal: symmetry, balance, and a fit that feels intentional — from every angle.

Forward-Facing Piercing

Precision you can see — before we begin.

Each placement is marked with you present, mirror in hand, so you can view and approve every angle before the piercing starts.

A proper angle ensures your jewelry sits flush, faces forward, and heals beautifully.

Check Fit Before Checkout

The right post length and backing style make all the difference in comfort and balance.
Every detail, perfected — before it leaves our hands.

How We Pierce

Safety first. Always.

At Apollo, we pierce exclusively with sterile, single-use needlesnever piercing guns.

Every tool is Statim-sterilized and opened fresh for your appointment.

Our initial jewelry is made from implant-grade titanium, solid 14k gold, or niobium — materials proven to support clean, healthy healing.

Safety Comes First

Cleanliness isn’t optional — it’s ritual.

Every surface, tool, and glove is carefully accounted for. Sterilization logs are tracked daily, and our autoclaves are validated with spore testing.
Before you leave, we’ll walk you through aftercare, saline use, and what to expect as you heal.
Statim sterilization.
Three expert piercers.
4.9-star studio reputation.

You’re in good hands.

Piercing Placements + Healing Times

Healing time varies by anatomy, jewelry, and care. These averages are a guide — not a guarantee. Downsizing is recommended for most cartilage piercings once swelling subsides.

Healing Time by Piercing Location

Lobe

2–4 months for full healing. Downsizing at 6–8 weeks helps maintain comfort.

Healing Time:

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Helix

6–12 months. Avoid sleeping on the pierced side and use a travel pillow for support.

Healing Time:

Shop Helix Jewelry

Conch

6–12 months. Inner-ear piercings heal best with implant-grade studs or clickers.

Healing Time:

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Tragus

6–12 months. Use minimal pressure when inserting earbuds or headphones.

Healing Time:

Shop Tragus Jewelry

Daith

9–12 months. Swelling may linger longer; saline rinses help ease it.

Healing Time:

Shop Forward Helix Jewelry

Rook

6–12 months. Curved bars offer the smoothest healing path.

Healing Time:

Shop Antitragus Jewelry

Forward Helix

6–12 months. Great for clusters and layered jewelry looks.

Healing Time:

Shop Lobe Jewelry

Antitragus

9–12 months. A bold, balanced accent when styled with the helix or conch.

Healing Time:

Shop Helix Jewelry

Rook

A vertical piercing that goes through the ridge of the inner ear closest to the head. Rings and curved barbells are ideal for this placement.

Healing Time:

Shop Rook Jewelry

Your Aftercare and Next Steps

Healing is art in progress. Use sterile 0.9% saline, avoid rotation, and let the body do its work. Schedule a check-in for downsizing or jewelry swaps after your healing window opens.
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Disclaimer

This guide is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Healing times vary. Have questions or need a consult?
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In-Store Pickup in Santa Monica

Shopping from LA? Choose “Pick Up in Store” at checkout and collect your jewelry at our Santa Monica studio. In-store pickup is ideal if you want to:

Our team ensures your jewelry is ready and waiting, with the same luxury service you expect at Apollo.

Our Promise: Stress-Free Shipping & Returns

Every Apollo order ships free, fully insured, and carefully packaged to arrive in pristine condition. Need to make a return? We offer a simple, hassle-free process within 30 days of purchase. Returns are credited back quickly so you can find the piece that feels perfect.