SURFACE TRAGUS
SURFACE TRAGUS PIERCING IN BAKERSFIELD, CA
A surface tragus piercing is placed through the flat skin beside the tragus, creating the look of a tragus-area piercing without passing through the tragus cartilage itself.
— QUICK FACTS —
STARTING PRICE
$50
Standard jewelry included. Upgrades available.
PAIN LEVEL (1-10)
5/10
HEALING TIME
3 to 6 months
DOWNSIZING TIME
Varies by healing and jewelry fit.
Parent/guardian required for minors.
See our ID requirements page for more information.
AGE REQUIREMENT
13+
Surface Bar
Standard jewelry included.
Upgrades available, prices vary.
JEWELRY
ABOUT THIS PIERCING
A surface tragus is placed in the flat tissue just in front of the tragus, rather than through the tragus cartilage itself.
The jewelry sits beneath the surface of the skin with two decorative ends visible, creating a clean double-point look beside the ear.
Because this is a surface piercing, placement, tissue depth, and jewelry fit are especially important. Your piercer will assess the area carefully before deciding whether the piercing is suitable for your anatomy.
WHAT TO EXPECT
CONSULTATION & ANATOMY CHECK
We’ll assess your ear anatomy, answer any questions, and make sure this piercing is right for you.
Your piercer will carefully mark the placement to ensure the jewelry sits at the proper depth and angle for your anatomy.
MARKING & PLACEMENT
The piercing is performed using a sterile, single-use needle and professional jewelry.
THE PIERCING
You’ll receive detailed aftercare instructions and have time to ask any additional questions.
AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
HEALING & AFTERCARE
Surface piercings require careful healing because they sit closer to the surface of the skin.
Keep the area clean, avoid unnecessary touching or movement, and protect the jewelry from pressure, snagging, and friction.
GOOD TO KNOW
Surface piercings are anatomy-dependent. The tissue beside the tragus needs enough depth and flexibility to safely support surface jewelry.
Anatomy Matters
Surface piercings have a higher risk of migration or rejection than many traditional ear piercings because the jewelry sits beneath a relatively shallow layer of tissue.
Migration is Possible
Jewelry Fit Matters
Properly fitted surface jewelry helps reduce unnecessary pressure and movement during healing.
Hair, glasses, headphones, towels, and clothing can catch the exposed ends, so extra care is important while healing.
Avoid Snagging the Jewelry
FAQs
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No. A regular tragus piercing passes through the tragus cartilage. A surface tragus sits in the skin beside the tragus with both jewelry ends visible on the surface.
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They can be more prone to migration or rejection than traditional cartilage piercings. Proper placement, suitable anatomy, and minimizing pressure or snagging can help reduce the risk.
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Any piercing can leave a mark after removal. Surface piercings may leave two small marks, and scarring can be more noticeable if the piercing migrates or rejects.
READY TO BOOK?
Choose your appointment time online. Standard jewelry is included in the listed starting price, and upgrades are available.
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