This piercing technically behaves slightly differently than the standard Lobe. Due to its horizontal axis, it resembles more surface piercing (surface piercing) located on the earlobe.

Anatomy is the basis: Not everyone can afford the Transverse Lobe. The ideal candidate has large, fleshy and so-called "free" (not attached to the facial skin) earlobes. If the lobes are very thin or tight, it may not be possible to perform this piercing safely.

Although we still operate only on soft tissue, without interfering with the cartilage, the pain may be slightly greater than with a classic ear piercing. It is usually rated at 2 to 3 on a 10-point scale.

This is due to the fact that the needle has to travel a much longer distance inside the tissue. For the same reason, experienced piercers most often perform this piercing by hand (the so-called method freehand), aiming precisely so that the piercing channel perfectly fits the natural curve of the lower edge of the ear.

Due to the fact that the piercing canal is very long, the healing process of Transverse Lobe takes much longer than traditional holes.

• Initial stage of healing: 2 to 3 months.
• Complete healing of the canal: from 4 to 10 months (depending on the thickness of the flap).

1. Don't touch: Avoid touching the earring with dirty hands and refrain from "spinning" it.
2. Cleanse regularly: Wash the piercing site 2-3 times a day with sterile saline solution.
3. Avoid chemicals: Avoid using hydrogen peroxide, alcohol or antibiotic ointment. They may irritate the wound and delay healing.
4. Be careful with your hair and clothes: Make sure that shampoo or conditioner does not remain on the ear after bathing. Be careful when putting on sweaters!

The jewelry for this piercing is drastically different from that used in standard holes (you won't wear a classic labret here).

Initial and final jewelry

The only right and most convenient choice is bent barbell, i.e. the so-called Banana (Curved Barbell) made of the highest quality surgical titanium G23. Its delicate bend perfectly adapts to the natural, semi-circular shape of the earlobe, reducing tension inside the canal.

In rare cases (with specific anatomy), the piercer may choose a Straight Barbell.

• Rod Thickness: Most often 1.2 mm or 1.6 mm (a thicker rod provides better stability in a long canal).
• Length: Selected strictly to the width of your earlobe (always with enough allowance for initial swelling).