What exactly is a daith piercing, and should we get one?

In spite of having the internet, there are still many things humans do not know. For example: What exactly is a daith piercing, and should we get one? For the most part, context clues are your best friends in this situation. A daith piercing is obviously a piercing. But what the hell is a daith?! Generally speaking, none of us thought this was an actual part of the body!

It turns out it is: A “daith” is a part of your ear. Which means a daith piercing is this:

In spite of all the confusion, daith piercing will soon make its way to the top of your Pinterest board. The trend has been gaining traction all over Los Angeles and is perfect for those looking to venture into a new territory of body modification.

So if you don’t think an industrial bar is your speed, why not check out this:

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Given that the daith piercing is pretty much tucked in and out of the way, it is perfect for young professionals. That way you can enjoy having something new, without the fear that your boss might take you aside on your lunch break. Plus, it looks really cool!

While a hoop looks to be the most traditional daith piercing accessory, there are many different styles to choose from.

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But if you are looking for something cute and stylish, the heart shaped option is going to be your new best friend!

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In short, a true daith piercing does not allow for you to see the entrance and exit hole of the piercing. This makes it tricky and requires a curved needle. The results look amazing! So if you are looking to spice up your ear game, this might just be your next venture.